Hi all,

I’m cutting a corporate promo. The B-Roll is absolutely terrible. Borderline unusable. (I didn’t shoot this)

Do you think I should get ahead of it and inform the client or should I make the best of it and cross that bridge once I deliver the first cut?

TIA.

I also run an active Instagram account where I genuinely film all of my own content and it often gets accused of being AI. The lines have really gotten blurred and it's feeling more and more like we're getting pushed aside as actual creators.

Do you prefer exporting videos letterboxed inside a standard 3840x2160 file, or cropping the bars out entirely and exporting only the true active resolution instead?

Seeing both approaches used professionally lately and curious what people prefer for YouTube delivery.

This is for a music video.

Hi everyone,

I had an earlier post asking for advice on shooting SLOG3 footage in a club. However, I have seen a bit of info online about S-Cinetone might be better. Was curious if anyone had any insight into which might be better for shooting in low light.

Background:
I’ll be filming an edm dj set this weekend on my Sony FX30. I also have an external monitor with wave forms.

Hi everyone,

Im David, from Hungary. I’m writing this under extreme pressure. I might get laid off from my job today, at any moment. The reason for the layoff is the company's poor financial situation. (freight forwarding company). Once it happens, I have a strict financial runway of exactly 2 months to live without a salary before I run into serious money problems. During these 60 days, I must build a sustainable videography business to survive.

This is my childhood dream, and for the past 6 months, I’ve been grinding everyday to learn the craft and practice. I have the gear and I have a diverse portfolio, but I have zero business experience. I urgently need a strategy.

- My Gear Pack

• Camera: Sony FX30
• Lenses: Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8, Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8, 7artisans Hope 10mm T2.1 Cine lens (had some great purchases this is why i has the sigma&tamron, thinking about selling one of those)
• Audio: DJI Mic Mini 2, Blue Yeti USB
• Filters: Freewell VND-CPL v2, B+W htc c-pol mrc nano
• Lights: Godox SL100D, a lot of budget studio lights, softboxes, small video lights
• Gimbal: Zhiyun Weebill 3 COMBO
• More: Neewer V-Mount V99, rods, base plate, top handle, smoke machine, and a lot of cheap extra stuff....

- My Portfolio (Shot entirely for free so far)

I haven't made a single dollar yet, but I’ve built a solid foundation with these free projects over the last half year:

• Dolce Gusto Spec Commercial: My first mock-advertisement, shot and edited to look like an official high-end corporate collaboration.
• Gym Promo Video: A high-energy promotional video for a local gym, introducing a brand-new workout format they just launched called "Cross-Combat."
• UTC Watch Brand Video: A high-end, cinematic product presentation video showcasing timepieces for an actual watch company.
• Upcoming Event (May 30th): I am shooting a local "Japan Day" event for free. In exchange, they are broadcasting my own 30-second business promo video at the venue, and I am featured everywhere as an official sponsor.

I need your emergency business advice:

The clock starts ticking the moment I walk out of the office today. Given my portfolio and my strict 2-month survival runway:

1. What is the fastest way to get my first paying B2B client? If you were in my shoes with 60 days to pay rent, how would you pitch this specific portfolio (coffee, gym, watches) to local businesses to close them immediately?
2. How do I monetize the Japan Day event on May 30th? My promo video will be playing to the crowd and local businesses there. What is the best on-the-spot strategy to convert that free exposure into paid contracts right after the event?
3. Should I change my focus? I want to do commercial/B2B work, but under this time pressure, should I pivot to anything easier to close (like real estate, local retail, etc.), or stick to my strengths?

I am ready to work 16 hours a day, but I have no room for error or wrong strategies. Please hit me with your most brutal, practical advice.

Thanks in advance for everyone, i appreciate every advice.

I have about 150 or so VHS-C tapes that my great grandfather recorded home videos on between the early 90s till like 2011. I am looking to digitize all of these myself. Is there a cheap/free way to upload all these videos online so my family can see them. Each video is about 1GB - 2GB each. Any recommendations?

I want to start filming more car and real-estate videos on iPhone. Should I bite the bullet and get one? And if so which brand?

I want to film a 45-60 second track film this same way. Any advice on doing so? (I.e Where do I position the cameras. Do I need extra gear? Etc)

I currently own a SONY ZV-E10, Sony 6400, and Osmo Pocket 3.

Hi everyone,

I’ll be filming an edm dj set this weekend on my Sony FX30. I could really use some tips for exposing and shooting in a dark room in order to get the best possible results for post production. I have personally never shot in a nightclub before so I am unsure exactly what to expect. I would appreciate any tips from people who have shot in similar lighting before.

Edit: I so also have an external monitor with wave forms.

Heyaaa!!

I’m an India-based filmmaker, and I created a solo spec commercial for Blue Tokai coffee. Since I was working all alone, I ended up wearing all the hats—writing, lighting, shooting, editing, and even acting in it myself.

Given my limited resources, my main goal was to see how much production value and mood I could squeeze out of a very small setup. I really tried to focus on intentional framing, cinematic lighting, and visual storytelling to set the right atmosphere.

Here is a quick look at the tools I used to bring it together:

The Gear:

Nikon Z6III paired with a 28-75mm f/2.8 lens.

Kept the lighting simple with a Godox SL60W and a tiny Hiffin 7W.

The Look (Post-Production):

Cut and finished entirely in DaVinci Resolve.

Used Dehancer for the color grade, aiming for a cinematic feel with a Fujifilm 3513 emulation.

I’m really looking to grow as a visual storyteller, so I would genuinely love to hear your thoughts. Whether it’s about the lighting choices, the pacing, or the overall vibe—please don't hold back on the constructive criticism!

ps- This isn't my work. I posted this on behalf of . He's new to reddit, doesn't have enough karma and still finding his way through this app (I mean- reddit can be intimidating for beginners- there's just so much going on hehe). So I figured that I'd post for him :). Happy watching!

Does anyone know what (brand/model) the baby pin receiver adapter in the pic below is? It's from this YT video:
https://youtu.be/akvWRfaI2J0?si=Bfzj8oFbwmXPDUx1&t=908

https://preview.redd.it/iqwz5tv2da2h1.png?width=654&format=png&auto=webp&s=90a4b14dc269e7a7657c01abd0ef46948e86bafb

https://preview.redd.it/iaqkdoepca2h1.png?width=1066&format=png&auto=webp&s=88d715c886c86cf0b51c815c2789f6c0bcc05bcd

I was looking at the rs4 mini, but my setup is almost at 2kg. And that’s without a cage. I’m not sure if that’s a problem, but should I go do the rs4 instead?