Journal

Notes on making films and finding the story, written as I go.

  1. Hiring A videographer

    In-house or hire out? What to weigh before you bring in a videographer.

  2. Hybrid Production: A Flexible Approach to asset generation in a social media world

    Why a small, flexible crew can make more usable work than a big traditional set.

  3. Lighting An Interview: Finding the middle way

    How I light an interview with a small footprint and still get a frame that holds up.

  4. Why we pay Off in the long run…

    Why good creative pays off over time, once the marketing plan is clear.

  5. Being Creative: FInding Direction in Chaos

    What a creative partner actually does when a project feels like chaos.

  6. Seeing the possibility: Creative Agency vs. Marketing agency…What’s the Difference?

    The difference between a creative agency and a marketing agency, and why it matters who you hire.

  7. Why Is Video Production in Cincinnati So Expensive?

    Five reasons good video production in Cincinnati costs what it does, and why it's worth it.

  8. Corporate vs. Commercial Video Production in Cincinnati: What’s the Difference?

    Corporate and commercial video compared: budgets, teams and which one fits your project.