Kyle discusses three ways that different cameras have their own personalities, and how they can inform your decisions about what to film on.

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Why Arkansas?

With major film hubs like LA, Atlanta or New York, why would anyone want to work in filmmaking in a small town in the middle of nowhere?

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The Importance of Passion Projects

Let’s dive into the benefits of passion projects on the growth of a creative (with stories).

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The Camera is a Character

Every decision a DP makes with the camera should be done to support the story. Trevor gives his opinions on the matter while showing examples from popular films to hammer it home.

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It's Not What You Do; It's How You Do It

Kyle explores what it’s like to work on a film set where everyone’s not in-sync with one another.

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Pursuing a Career Outside Your Degree

The story of how I pursued a career that was the polar opposite of my degree.

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Just Do It: Overcoming Limitations in Video Production

Some advice on how to face challenges in video production head-on.

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Shooting in Low Light: Stay / Go Music Video

A story about shooting in low light, passion projects, and low budgets.

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Creativity v Business: Dawn of Justice

Anyone who works in video production has dealt with the conflict of creating the video you want vs. the video the client wants.

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