5 Things

Season 2

Where to Watch 5 Things • Season 2

17 Episodes

  • 5 THINGS: on HDR
    E1
    5 THINGS: on HDRHDR is easily the hottest topic in the world of filmmaking today, but with great tech responsibility comes the need for great tech information. In the premiere of Season 2 of 5 THINGS, Michael Kammes tackles what YOU need to know to get started working with HDR. 1. What is HDR? 2. How do I shoot HDR? 3. How do I edit HDR? 4. How do I view HDR? 5. What's the future of HDR?
  • 5 THINGS: on LTO
    E2
    5 THINGS: on LTOLTO has made its way from the data center to your media center. New storage means new tech and new workflows. We'll explore what you need to know to dive in and start using LTO technology. 1. What is LTO? 2. How do you compare LTO to disk or cloud storage? 3. What are the downsides of LTO? 4. How do I use LTO? 5. How much does LTO cost?
  • 5 THINGS: on VR and 360 Video
    E3
    5 THINGS: on VR and 360 VideoMichael covers 5 THINGS you need to know on Virtual Reality - a primer if you're thinking about diving into VR production and post. 1. What is VR? 2. How do I shoot VR? 3. How do I edit VR? 4. How do I watch VR? 5. What's the future for VR?
  • 5 THINGS: on Asset Management
    E4
    5 THINGS: on Asset ManagementAsset Management is vague and boring. But it enables you and your team to spend less time searching, retrieving and repeating the same receptive tasks, which allows for more time to CREATE. We'll cover : 1. What is Asset Management? 2. Whats the difference between MAM, DAM, and PAM? 3. What options should I be looking for? 4. How to I plan for Asset Management? 5. How much does it cost?
  • 5 THINGS: on Media Archive
    E5
    5 THINGS: on Media ArchiveArchive - the final resting place of your media. It's gotta be secure, and it's gotta be reliable. Have you planned for it? Do you know what methodologies or technologies to use? What about the cost? In the latest episode of 5 THINGS, Michael Kammes tackles what you need to know about archiving. 1. What is Archive? 2. Where does Archive fit in? 3. What Archive options are there? 4. How do I plan for archive? 5. How much does archive cost?
  • 5 THINGS: on Audio Restoration for Video Editors
    E6
    5 THINGS: on Audio Restoration for Video EditorsMichael gets you started on audio restoration inside your NLE, and tips and tricks to make that dialogue sound better. 1. Dialogue Clarity 2. Noise Reduction 3. Reducing Reverb 4. Levels and Placement 5. Last Tips.
  • 5 THINGS: on Choosing the Right Editing System
    E7
    5 THINGS: on Choosing the Right Editing SystemMichael explains how to choose the components to go into your audio and video editing system (NLE and DAW). CPUs, GPUs, and more. 1. Mac, PC...Linux? 2. CPU 3. GPU 4. Boot "Drive" and Internal Storage 5. What would you choose?
  • 5 THINGS: on Offline and Online Workflows
    E8
    5 THINGS: on Offline and Online WorkflowsWhat's old is new again: Offline / online workflows. Michael explores what they are and how to choose which one works best for you. What is an Offline/Online Workflow? What are some examples? What are the benefits? What are the drawbacks? Is there a hybrid?
  • 5 THINGS: on Post Production Myths Vol. 1
    E9
    5 THINGS: on Post Production Myths Vol. 1In the first episode of 2017, Michael debunks some popular post-production myths and misconceptions. 1. Transcoding to a better codec will improve quality 2. Log formats are the same as HDR 3. You can grade video on a computer monitor 4. You can fix audio distortion 5. Storage is the same as capacity.
  • 5 THINGS: on Live Streaming
    E10
    5 THINGS: on Live StreamingMichael examines the components and things to think about when building a live streaming rig, and explains the why behind the how. 1. What components do I need? 2. CDNs?. 3. Common software solutions 4. Common hardware solutions 5. Tips and considerations.
  • 5 THINGS: on Transcoding in Post Production
    E11
    5 THINGS: on Transcoding in Post ProductionTranscoding is a necessity in today's moderns tapeless workflow. But what formats do you need to transcode to, and what are the best practices? Michael reviews the places in post-production where transcoding is necessary, plus what tools are used and the methodologies behind them. 1. Onset and Editorial 2. Review and Approve and Audio 3. VFX and Color 4. Distribution 5. Tips.
  • 5 THINGS: on Prepping for Post Audio
    E12
    5 THINGS: on Prepping for Post AudioMichael covers the essentials for ensuring a smooth hand-off from creative editorial to post audio in Pro Tools. This includes formatting your tracks and preparation within your NLE (Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Apple Final Cut Pro X). 1. Track Layouts 2. Sync 3. Video 4. OMF and AAF Exports 5. Odds and Ends.
  • 5 THINGS: on The Truth About Video Editing Software in Hollywood
    E13
    5 THINGS: on The Truth About Video Editing Software in Hollywood"Which video editing software should I learn?" is a common question for those who want to get into "the industry". But what's the truth about video editing in Hollywood? Who uses what? Why do they use it? And for how long? Michael examines what video editing software(s) you need to learn to have a video editing job in Hollywood and what the future holds. 1. Avid Media Composer 2. Apple Final Cut Pro X 3. Adobe Premiere Pro 4. Everything Else 5. The Future Also covered: Blackmagic Resolve, Pinnacle Studio, Vegas Pro, Final Cut Pro 7, Lightworks, and Hitfilm Express.
  • 5 THINGS: on Webseries Workflow
    E14
    5 THINGS: on Webseries WorkflowWhat does it take to do create an independent web series? From creation to distribution, there is a ton that goes on behind the scenes. Michael takes you through all of the stages - including what gear and tools he uses. There is more going on than you think. 1. Pre-Production 2. Production 3. Post-Production 4. Distribution 5. Improvements.
  • 5 THINGS: on Post Production Myths Vol. 2
    E15
    5 THINGS: on Post Production Myths Vol. 2Due to the success of the first "Post Myths" episode, Michael is back with special co-host Vince Rocca for "Post Myths Vol. 2". Michael and Vince tackle myths involving YouTube, hard drives, ProRes, technical and creative chops, and cereal...? 1. YouTube needs compressed video 2. Bare drives are safe for storage 3. You can't create ProRes on Windows 4. Editors only need to know how to edit 5. Video needs to be action and title safe.
  • 5 THINGS: on AJA Helo - a Review
    E16
    5 THINGS: on AJA Helo - a ReviewMichael reviews the AJA Helo - an all-in-one portable, recording, and streaming device. Michael answers the questions: 1. What does it do? 2. How do I use it? 3. How do I control it? 4. How is the quality? 5. Who should use it?
  • 5 THINGS: on Building a Roku Channel
    E17
    5 THINGS: on Building a Roku ChannelMichael shows you how to create your very own Roku channel, and update it within minutes...with NO CODING. 1. What ways are there to create a Roku channel? 2. How do I use Direct Publisher? 3. What media do I need to create? 4. How do I update my channel? 5. What else do I need to know?

 

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