Modern Post

With the shift from film to digital, today¿s filmmakers are empowered by an arsenal of powerful, creative options with which to tell their story, but often accompanying those options is a lack of clarity of how best to employ them. This book breaks down and demystifies those tools and workflows so you not only understand how to use each and when, but also why, and how these decisions can empower your storytelling. Using non-technical jargon, authors Scott Arundale and Tashi Trieu guide you through everything you need to know before you start shooting. Starting with a look at the latest digital cameras, the authors move onto cover:* Preproduction- what camera is best for telling your story and why, budgeting* Production- on-set data management, dailies, green screen, digital cinematography* Postproduction- RAW vs. compressed footage, editing, visual effects, color correction, and distributionThe book features cutting-edge discussion about the role of the digital imaging technician (DIT), how you can best use the Cloud, motion graphics, sound design, and much more. Case studies show you these solutions being applied in real-world situations.