
Teaching To The Test Pattern: EP107 - I was Scared
Tom discusses the UGA Election Show Coverage and his fears and the result of doing such a large show and how doing something outside of your comfort zone can really boost your confidence as well as that of your students.

Teaching To The Test Pattern: EP108 - Bill Phelps
In episode 108 of Teaching To The Test Pattern, Tom talks with Bill Phelps from Harrison High School. Phelps and his students produce two studio shows - Hoya Vision and HSPN - on their YouTube channel:

Zoom Your Broadcast To The Next Level
I began my job at the University of Georgia in June and while I worked with a Tricaster for many years, I had only worked with the Mini and previous versions. I could not wait to get my hands on the TC2 Elite that waited for me in the control room that lay in the shadows of Sanford stadium on the campus of the 2022 Football National Champions. (I had to get that in there… I think it’s a requirement)
I was more than familiar with the standard SDI cabling and tools and felt like I knew NDI as much as Dr. Andrew Cross…

Guide to Live Streaming on Twitch
Streamlining processes has become a priority for more brands as the live streaming business continues to grow. For marketers looking in on this arena, there are plenty of other live streaming platforms like Twitch and YouTube.

How to Start Creating Content on TikTok
It’s all about entertainment. While the majority of videos on this platform are humorous, educational, or fun, there are also other ways to use the platform. For example, you can collaborate with influencers and produce videos related to special occasions. You can also use filters and augmented reality lenses to add some fun to your videos. If you want to promote a brand, you can upload custom filters.

10 Ways to Promote Your Short Film on Social Media
If you have made a short film, you know that promoting it can be a daunting task. In this age of social media, there are more opportunities than ever to promote your short film. But with so many platforms and strategies to choose from, it can be hard to know where to start.

Filmmaking Tips for Beginners and Content Creators
In addition to the humanities major, various universities offer degrees in film production to offer you an additional chance to bolster a core interest. Here, we have pointed out some bases that are essential to follow. Let's discuss the tips that content creators can utilize.

6 Apps to Help Film Students Develop Writing Skills
The importance of these skills for a student is not hidden in the sense that they are a sort of filmmaker, turning their piece of writing into a real-time picture through the description. Hence, the students need to learn these skills to make their writing more intriguing and captivating for the desired audience.

6 Types of Social Media Videos to Engage Your Audience
There are many ways to get feedback from your customers, and social media videos are a fantastic method to get them. They can create strong engagement with your audience and build your presence from the ground up. It can even make and break your brand, creating potential virality for you.

Music Copyright 101: A Filmmaker's Guide To Find And License Songs For Projects
Filmmaking and content creation aren’t just about recording video — they’re about creating an experience for viewers. And part of that experience is the audio. From sound effects to background music, every sound element in a video contributes to how the audience will react to the final video.

Building a Live Video Workflow with Blackmagic Gear
I was so excited when Blackmagic Design reached out to let us try a live video workflow with the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K, Blackmagic Studio Camera 4K Plus, Blackmagic Hyperdeck Studio 4K Pro, Blackmagic Web Presenter 4K, and Blackmagic ATEM Mini.

Blackmagic Design Web Presenter 4K Review
Video marketing and video conferencing are taking the digital world by storm, and simply participating isn’t enough anymore. If you want to stay on the cutting edge of video technology, your live streams need to be dynamic, engaging, and high quality. That’s exactly what you get with the Blackmagic Web Presenter 4K.

Blackmagic Studio Camera 4K Plus Review
When Blackmagic Design released their new cameras - Blackmagic Studio Camera 4K Plus and Blackmagic Studio Camera 4K Pro - I couldn’t wait to get my hands on one. As the owner of a marketing agency, I’m familiar with my DSLR, and I wanted to see if the Blackmagic Studio Camera was really so easy to operate for someone with virtually no studio experience. Spoiler alert: it was.

Blackmagic HyperDeck Studio 4K Pro Review
When Blackmagic Design announced its four new HyperDeck Studio broadcast recording devices, every live video producer knew they were going to revolutionize the game. With full record playback status, dual media slots, and several inputs and outputs, all of the HyperDeck Studio models make it easy to record and playback quality media to make your broadcasts more engaging.

Cultivating Creativity in Children: Best Practices for Parents
Fostering creativity in your children isn’t about raising the next Pablo Picasso or Georgia O'Keeffe: It's about giving your little ones the freedom to use their imaginations and express themselves through painting, sculpting, drawing, storytelling, and music. All of these skills are major bonuses in filmmaking and the arts!

A Space to Create: Tips for Setting Up an At-Home Performing Studio Space
If you’re a filmmaker or performing artist and you need a space to create, it may be possible to convert your existing home setup into an artist’s studio - here are some tips on how.

Broadcast Studio of Future - Mount Royal University Responds
Calgary’s Mount Royal University is committed to its communication programs - their Broadcast Media Studies Program has been running since 1961. For most of that time, it was a two-year diploma; in 2016 it became a 4-year communications degree. The MRU Broadcast Media Studies Program operates both as a modern media organization and a learning laboratory where students apply their skills to serve the wider campus community.

Hollyland’s COSMO C1 is a Game Changer for Wireless Video Live Streaming
COSMO C1’s boosted signal strength and superior anti-interference capability in the 5.1GHz-5.8GHz spectrum guarantee buttery-smooth video transmission, even in complex environments. The COSMO C1 is also the first in its field to integrate UVC (USB Video Capture) technology, COSMO C1 offers a whole simplified solution to stream and cloud-share your video works.

How to Get Started in Photography for Under $200
Getting started on anything can be pretty daunting, though. Be it a hobby or a business, buying equipment, supplies, and materials can be overwhelming. It is not necessary to go all out and purchase everything at once to get into photography. Worry not! Here is a guide to help one get started in photography for under $200.

Boston Higashi School Uses ATEM Mini Pro to Live Stream Lessons
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, Hiro knew he needed to create a remote learning infrastructure and live stream lessons on Employment Education and Life Skills. To accomplish this, he invested in Blackmagic Design’s ATEM Mini Pro live production switcher and has since live streamed more than 100 lessons.