A blog about our adventures in film, useful video production guides and tips and tricks for making great videos.
Every wondered what an executive (exec) producer actually is? An Exec producer is one of the best known, and least understood roles in the film industry. An exec producer is many things and for different films it can mean completely…
ByEd Smit
In the following blog we’ll explore exactly what a producer is. We’ll look at their role on set and the key responsibilities they have throughout a production. We’ll explain the difference between a producer and a line producer and also…
ByEd Smit
A Gaffer, also known as the Chief Lighting Technician, is the head of the lighting department on a film, television, or video production set. They are responsible for designing and implementing the lighting plan to achieve the desired visual effect…
ByEd Smit
A Camera Assistant, also known as an Assistant Camera (AC), is a vital member of the camera department responsible for supporting the camera operator and Director of Photography (DoP) in capturing high-quality footage. Camera Assistants play a crucial role in…
ByEd Smit
A Sound Recordist, also known as a Production Sound Mixer or Sound Engineer, is responsible for capturing high-quality audio during film, television, and video production. They work closely with the director, DoP, and other crew members to ensure that all…
ByEd Smit
A videographer is responsible for capturing high-quality video footage for a variety of productions, including corporate videos, events, documentaries, and online content. Unlike traditional film crew roles, videographers often handle multiple aspects of production, including filming, lighting, and sometimes even…
ByEd Smit
A Lighting Camera Operator is a specialized role within the camera department, responsible for operating the camera while also managing the lighting for each shot. This dual role requires a deep understanding of both camera systems and lighting techniques to…
ByEd Smit
A Director of Photography (DoP), also known as a cinematographer, is the chief of the camera and lighting crew, responsible for making artistic and technical decisions related to the image. They collaborate closely with the director to ensure that the…
ByEd Smit
A camera operator is a key player in the camera department, responsible for capturing the visual essence of a film, show, or production. They work closely with the director and director of photography (DoP) to achieve the desired composition and…
ByEd Smit
Need a film crew or camera crew in Birmingham? Whether you’re producing a feature film, commercial, or documentary in Birmingham, we’re here to assist! Our services include: For more details on our crewing options, visit our UK film crew for hire…
ByEd Smit
Click here to skip straight to the list… So you’re looking for the best video production company in London? With over 131,000,000 search results for the search query ‘Video Production Companies in London’ it’s amazing anyone manages to find a…
ByEd Smit
Click to jump straight to the list…When most people think of a corporate film they think of a boring, stuffy, slow paced talking head, with rubbish stock footage randomly placed over the top. This doesn’t have to be the way,…
ByEd Smit
Filming on the London Underground feels like a scary thing to pull off, but, with the right information and by following this guide the process can be simple and easy. The London underground isn’t a space available only to big…
ByEd Smit
Do you want to know how to fly a drone in London? As a leading drone videography and photography company in London with over 6 years experience we know a thing or two when it comes to flying drone in…
ByEd Smit
Hyde Park stands as one of London’s most loved filming locations, where centuries of history merge with sprawling natural beauty across 350 acres of protected Royal parkland. As the producer for a video production company in London with years of…
ByEd Smit
When AlTi Global, a leading independent wealth and alternatives manager, reached out about creating their flagship brand film, we knew this was exactly the kind of challenge we love – a chance to tell a powerful story across multiple countries…
ByEd Smit
A bit about one of Cornwall’s most loved festivals… The International Sea Shanty Festival in Falmouth, Cornwall, is one of Cornwall’s most anticipated events. When Here Now Films was asked to be the Cornish video production company for the event…
ByEd Smit
A Quick Intro to Video Editing Courses: So, you’re looking for a video editing course? You’ve come to the right place! Video editing courses are a great way to learn the skills you need to become a full fledged editor.…
ByEd Smit
If you want to skip the intro simply click here to jump to the video marketing statistics. Introduction. Today, sad photos and dry text just wont cut it! When competing with interesting reels, a TV box set or anything else,…
ByEd Smit
Introduction. It’s well known just how powerful video marketing is for B2C sales, user engagement and lead generation, but what about B2B? In this blog we explore the best B2B video marketing statistics in 2024 to help you refine you…
ByEd Smit