Slapdragon
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Slapdragon's Basic Guide to Video and Film Production
What is it?
In the past several weeks, I have seen literally dozens of people come onto the DVXUSER asking for help in everything that can be imagined. Often, the same questions get asked and answered multiple times. The goal of this guide is to be a free, publically distributed textbook written by professionals, for professionals. As we all make our bucks from actual production, the guide is designed to be free. The authors gain from it both by their service to the video community, and for the fame that participation will bring, which naturally translates into business.
Can I be an editor?
Yes. Editors will be, in general, people recognized by their peers as experts in their field, and if you think that you have a good, solid knowledge of your area and that you have the respect of your peers in your area, then you will be eagerly sought to act as an editor. Editors also write, but they form the editorial board. While editors can be anonymous, it is hoped they will take advantage of the opportunity to list their production company affiliation and include contact information.
Can I write for the guide?
Of course. Writers take small concepts that they know very well inside of one of the sections, and in conjunction with the editor of their section, they write on a subject they know well. These written discussions can be very small (a section on how to use lavaliere microphones) or very broad (the theory of digital audio). They can be about particular brands of equipment (for example, a how to guide to using Vegas) or general categories of equipment (parts of a video camera). Your work may be editing in with other people’s work (both people getting credit), or added to an appendice. As this guide is written, your work will get edited and improved, and you will be provided a chance to also add to, expand, or change your work.
Can I suggest a subsection?
Yes. Audio will likely have a theory section, a section on types of microphones, a section on how to use each type of microphone, and a section on audio editing. The main goal is to create a readable document that includes both simple “how to” information and complex grog information.
How much will the guide cost?
Nothing. It will be a service to the younger members of our field by experienced video and film people.
Can I change the guide myself?
No, the guide is edited by a group and the license will insist that it be used as a cohesive work. It cannot be used as a part of another work.
Can I refer to it on the forum?
That is its major purpose. If someone asks a question on the forum which is in the guide, then it can be used as a reference, and the conversation can start from the basis in the document.
When will it be done?
I have no idea. As a voluntary effort, I think there will be numerous versions as it grows to its final form.
Editorial Board:
The editorial board are the people who both write sections of this document, but also edit and act as peer review for other authors. These board members are in charge of:
Basic Concepts
Pre-Production "donnyshawn" - Editor
Writing
Technology
Video Photography
Lighting and Gripping
Audio "ullanta" - Editor
Post Production "Taylor" - Editor
Distribution
Reviews
Bibliography "TC"
Production Team
Layout: "Racerick"
If you would like to participate, please let me know in this thread.
What is it?
In the past several weeks, I have seen literally dozens of people come onto the DVXUSER asking for help in everything that can be imagined. Often, the same questions get asked and answered multiple times. The goal of this guide is to be a free, publically distributed textbook written by professionals, for professionals. As we all make our bucks from actual production, the guide is designed to be free. The authors gain from it both by their service to the video community, and for the fame that participation will bring, which naturally translates into business.
Can I be an editor?
Yes. Editors will be, in general, people recognized by their peers as experts in their field, and if you think that you have a good, solid knowledge of your area and that you have the respect of your peers in your area, then you will be eagerly sought to act as an editor. Editors also write, but they form the editorial board. While editors can be anonymous, it is hoped they will take advantage of the opportunity to list their production company affiliation and include contact information.
Can I write for the guide?
Of course. Writers take small concepts that they know very well inside of one of the sections, and in conjunction with the editor of their section, they write on a subject they know well. These written discussions can be very small (a section on how to use lavaliere microphones) or very broad (the theory of digital audio). They can be about particular brands of equipment (for example, a how to guide to using Vegas) or general categories of equipment (parts of a video camera). Your work may be editing in with other people’s work (both people getting credit), or added to an appendice. As this guide is written, your work will get edited and improved, and you will be provided a chance to also add to, expand, or change your work.
Can I suggest a subsection?
Yes. Audio will likely have a theory section, a section on types of microphones, a section on how to use each type of microphone, and a section on audio editing. The main goal is to create a readable document that includes both simple “how to” information and complex grog information.
How much will the guide cost?
Nothing. It will be a service to the younger members of our field by experienced video and film people.
Can I change the guide myself?
No, the guide is edited by a group and the license will insist that it be used as a cohesive work. It cannot be used as a part of another work.
Can I refer to it on the forum?
That is its major purpose. If someone asks a question on the forum which is in the guide, then it can be used as a reference, and the conversation can start from the basis in the document.
When will it be done?
I have no idea. As a voluntary effort, I think there will be numerous versions as it grows to its final form.
Editorial Board:
The editorial board are the people who both write sections of this document, but also edit and act as peer review for other authors. These board members are in charge of:
Basic Concepts
Pre-Production "donnyshawn" - Editor
Writing
Technology
Video Photography
Lighting and Gripping
Audio "ullanta" - Editor
Post Production "Taylor" - Editor
Distribution
Reviews
Bibliography "TC"
Production Team
Layout: "Racerick"
If you would like to participate, please let me know in this thread.
