6K from BlackMagic is here

Posted: August 9, 2019 in Cameras, Filming, Technology
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BlackMagic have decided to release the details of the 6K version of their Pocket Cinema Camera.

I would wonder if all those who are still on the waiting list for a 4K Version to arrive will they be changing their orders.

There are some very nice tech advancements…

KEY FEATURES

  • Active Canon EF Mount
  • Super 35-Sized HDR Sensor
  • Record 6K 6144 x 3456 up to 50 fps
  • Dual Native 400 & 3200 ISO to 25,600

However I question this one and it’s target market. I would assume the quality is superb but with a tag of over $2500 (Irish price would be more I would say), this camera now falls into a very saturated price category.

Depending on the user and their requirements for filming, is there a need from clients for 6K (at this time)? Does the client have 6K playback to maximize the viewing experience of the package?

Also with other 4K cameras, including the previous pocket cam (pictured above next to the 6k) would this be the better buy? I do however like the idea of all the EF glass now compatible with the BlackMagic pocket though, (long over due).

Here is a breakdown from Newsshooter.com which gives all the details

https://www.newsshooter.com/2019/08/09/blackmagic-design-releases-pocket-cinema-camera-6k-with-ef-mount/

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Avid Media Composer 2019 under test

Posted: July 11, 2019 in Editing, Film, post-production, Technology
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So am taking the plunge and using Avid MC 2019 for the edit of the short film, Blood Brothers, I shot last week.

So far I’m not disappointed. The ingest, sync and binning went off without any problems. Content was all linked without codec issues and there were also no problems when it came to using the Autosync option for the sound.

Yes a few things are gone like the edit selection and trim tools from the Timeline window as well as the option for using the Caps Lock for scrubbing, however all of these are available in the command pallet and are an option for a button on the keyboard as well as the tool menus.

All the fast “burger” menus are gone but again those options are there if you right click the mouse in the bins, timeline or monitor windows.

As I progress through this short film I’ll post more on my experience of using the new Avid 2019 but in the mean time I’m happy with the interface changes.

More soon.

Interactive Foley Sound Workshop – Coming to LSAD

Posted: July 7, 2019 in Audio, Film, live Event, Sound, Television
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“from delivering dragon eggs on Reign of Fire to knocking out teeth in Killing of A Sacred Deer, its lots of fun”

Caoimhe Doyle and Jean McGrath with over 20 years’ experience are international award winning, renowned Foley Artists and Mixers from Ardmore Studios as well as independent foley artists heading up the award winning Foleylab production company in Wicklow. Their bio includes The Favourite, The Killing of a Sacred Dear, Game of Thrones, Room, Frank, Ripper Street, Love/Hate, Reign of Fire, and The Borgias to name a few! The workshop is an exciting interactive celebration of all things sound making, where Caoimhe and Jean share their passion and foley secrets with a enraptured audience. Not to be missed. All Welcome!

OrganiserCreative Broadcast & Film Production Limerick Institute Of Technology

Organiser of Interactive Foley Sound Workshop

Creative Broadcast & Film Production is a Level 8 BS.c (Hons) Film and Screen Broadcast production programme. Students explore the dynamic world of Film & Broadcast Media Production and develop the key creative, technical, and storytelling skills to succeed. This skills based programme offers students an exciting opportunity to explore the world of the broadcast media industry, covering a range of disciplines across Film & TV Production, Visual Effects, editing, radio, audio mixing, photography, as well as broadcast technologies across a range of new and traditional media platforms. We offer our students a range of prospects for both academic & career progression in the broadcast, film, creative media industries, as well as extensive hands on production work experience.

If you have a story to tell, we will show you how.

Before His Eyes Completes Production

Posted: July 3, 2019 in Editing, Film, Filming
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Production has now completed on a new Irish Short Film; Before His Eyes.

With 5 days on location in Killaloe, Co. Clare, the cast and crew worked tirelessly in the hot weather to get the best performances.

A big thanks to Paul Boyle, Actor/Director and his family for their hospitality during the shoot and to all involved.

Post production will get underway in the coming days.

More soon.

CAO Change of Mind – Creative Broadcast & Film Production

Posted: July 1, 2019 in Advertising, Cameras, Documentary, Editing, Education, Film, Filming, live Event, media, music, Music Video, post-production, Radio, Technology, Television
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The CAO change of mind deadline has arrived. Just one last mention about the Creative Broadcast & Film Production Level 8 Programme at the Moylish Campus. This programme, under the Limerick School of Art and Design, LIT, offers a wide range of modules that cover many crafts of the Broadcast and Film industries including; camera operation, lighting techniques, sound recording, post-production editing and colour correction and many more.

With many of the lecturers still active in the industry every student gains valuable hands on experience and knowledge that won’t be found in texts or online.

Our graduates are highly skilled and sought after with opportunities for employment in the industry both here and abroad. Graduate Steve O’Carroll is currently based in New York and is editing on a new show called, ‘Battle of the 80’s Super Cars’ starring David Hasselhoff!

For more information on the Creative Broadcast & Film Production Programme, check out:

http://www.lit.ie/courses/LC371

Blood Brothers – In Production

Posted: June 27, 2019 in Cameras, Editing, Film, Filming, post-production
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BLOOD BROTHERS

(Short Film)

A new short film, scripted by Meara Owen-Griffiths and story by Paul Boyle, has begun production this summer. With locations around Killaloe, Co. Clare, it’s directed by actor Paul Boyle, with Simon on camera.

The film will also be edited by Simon in July 2019 and will hopefully hitting the Irish film festival circuit later this year.

More Soon.

Avid Media Composer 2019

Posted: June 22, 2019 in Editing, post-production, Technology
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Before downloading the new Avid MC check out what’s new first. There are a lot of users online complaining of install issues. Make sure your kit is setup right first.

http://avid.force.com/pkb/articles/en_US/user_guide/Media-Composer-2019-Documentation?fbclid=IwAR1RFwL1I6ken6qT6WsKbmW8BZSPYFOfi7FrXZ6l38xej1D8_rj6ke6qGGI

HEADSTRONG Documentary begins Production

Posted: June 19, 2019 in Documentary, Film
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HEAD STRONG

(Working Title)

Head Strong (Working title) is an emotional journey with Brain Injury survivors, families of victims, the professional medical staff and the post injury support services, as they battle continuously to rebuild lives and make sense of the traumatic events, that suddenly impacted their world.

Simon suffered a sudden subarachnoid haemorrhage in Oct 2016 and thankfully survived. By telling this and other survivors stories, it is hoped that new awareness can be made about acquired brain injuries in Ireland.

This documentary has begun production, and is interviewing willing participants and medical representatives in the coming months.

If you have a story that you feel links into the the story of this documentary then please send an email to the address below. We will try to respond to all emails.

headstrongfilm@gmail.com

 

Live 95FM interview 07/01/2019

LIT LECTURER DRAWING ON EXPERIENCE OF SUFFERING BRAIN INJURY TO MAKE DOCUMENTARY

  • By Live95FM News Team
  • 07 January 2019

LIT lecturer drawing on experience of suffering brain injury to make documentary

An LIT lecturer is drawing on his experience of suffering a brain injury to make a documentary on the subject.

Simon McGuire, a film and broadcast editor, was struck by a brain haemorrage out of the blue in 2016, and wants to use his road to recovery to raise awareness of the issue.

He’s looking to speak to other sufferers and their families for the production.

But he also understands that some of those people may find telling their stories difficult.

One Minute Film Festival | Call for Submissions

Posted: May 27, 2019 in Film
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Galway City of Film in partnership with Galway Film Centre and the Galway Film Fleadh are delighted to announce that the One Minute Film Festival is back for this year’s Fleadh!

Galway City of Film are inviting Filmmakers / Film Enthusiasts to make a one-minute HD film, based on any subject or any story. A panel of judges will select the best 30 One Minute Films and they will be screened at a special public event at the Galway Film Fleadh.

This year, there are cash prizes of up to €250 for the best 3 Films which will be chosen following the Galway Film Fleadh screening where your work will be screened to an international audience.

Entry to this competition is free and all genres are welcome including documentary, live action, art-house and animation!

Last year’s One Minute Film Festival included films from around the world, with 2 sold out screenings. The winner was the fantastic Bathmat by Jamie Sykes, second place went to Conor Healy for his film The Marksman and joint third place prize went to Mark Gallagher for The Jump and Marlon van der Strigt for Tormented.

Deadline for Entry: 4pm (GMT) Wednesday 19th June 2019

How to Enter:

  • Send a private Vimeo/Youtube link of your film along with the password to admin@galwayfilmcentre.ie
  • Please note: Do not initially send film files. Once the 30 films are selected to be screened we will then request a copy of your film (specifications: .mov/.mp4, H264, Apple Pro Res – 25fps) along with still images.

Guidelines:

  • One film per entrant.
  • Have copyright/permission for the music used.
  • Entries must have been made since July 2018.
  • Duration limit is 70 seconds including credits. Longer than this will not be considered.

For any further info: email admin@galwayfilmcentre.ie or go to www.galwayfilmcentre.ie

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LCFE Media Showcase

Posted: May 14, 2019 in Education, Film, live Event
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