Author: Gavin Marsh

Lessons Learned From Large-Scale Cinematography Project

Lessons Learned From Large-Scale Cinematography Project

July 8, 2026
I entered this production believing that strong preparation would protect us from most problems. I quickly discovered that scale changes everything. More crew members, locations, equipment, approvals, and deliverables created hundreds of opportunities for small issues to become expensive delays.  These lessons learned from large-scale cinematography project helped me understand that successful cinematography depends on […]
What You Need to Know Before Building an External RAW Recording Setup

What You Need to Know Before Building an External RAW Recording Setup

July 8, 2026
I have found that building an external RAW recording setup looks simple until all the pieces have to work together. A camera, monitor-recorder, cable, storage drive, batteries, and a few mounting accessories can quickly turn a compact camera into a much larger rig. The real challenge is not buying the most expensive equipment. It is […]
Spidercam vs Drone for Live Sports Tech, Safety, FAA Rules

Spidercam vs Drone for Live Sports: Tech, Safety, FAA Rules

July 8, 2026
During a prime-time NFL broadcast, a suspended cable camera rig flies at 20 miles per hour just six feet above a quarterback’s helmet, carrying a 50-pound broadcast camera setup with zero risk of falling into the crowd. Try doing that with a battery-powered quadcopter, and federal regulators will shut down your live feed before kickoff. […]
temporary truss rigging safety for film production

Temporary Truss Rigging Safety For Film Production

July 7, 2026
When I review a temporary overhead truss plan, I start with one question: where does every pound go after it leaves the fixture? That catches more bad assumptions than staring at a truss chart alone. Temporary truss rigging safety for film production depends on the full load path: fixture, clamp, truss, sling, hoist, support point, […]
Camera Movements for Cinematic Video: 15 Pro Techniques 

Camera Movements for Cinematic Video: 15 Pro Techniques 

July 7, 2026
A cinematic shot can change the way a scene feels before a single word is spoken. A slow push toward a nervous face can build tension, while a sudden pullback can make the same character feel small and exposed. That is the power of camera movements for cinematic video—they turn motion into emotion. When I […]
Production Breakdown of a Multi-Camera Live Event

Production Breakdown of a Multi-Camera Live Event

July 7, 2026
I have always believed that a polished live broadcast begins long before the director calls for the first camera. Every angle, cable, microphone and backup system must have a clear purpose.  In this production breakdown of a multi-camera live event, I will explain how a professional team can plan, produce and deliver an engaging broadcast […]
Portable Field Monitor for Filmmaking: Features That Actually Matter

Portable Field Monitor for Filmmaking: Features That Actually Matter

July 7, 2026
I used to think a field monitor was mostly about getting a bigger version of the camera’s built-in screen. Once I started paying attention to what actually changes on set, that view became pretty limiting. A good monitor can make exposure, focus, framing, and log footage much easier to judge, especially when the camera display […]
Beyond the Flight Path When to Use Cable Cam Over Drone

Beyond the Flight Path When to Use Cable Cam Over Drone

July 7, 2026
During the Super Bowl broadcast, millions of viewers watch dynamic, low-altitude tracking shots soaring inches above athletes’ helmets. What most viewers do not realize is that despite multi-million-dollar production budgets, these shots are rarely captured by uncrewed aerial vehicles. When evaluating when to use cable cam over drone setups, top-tier cinematographers consistently choose suspended wire […]
How to Power Remote Cable Cam Systems Without Losing a Shot

How to Power Remote Cable Cam Systems Without Losing a Shot

July 6, 2026
A cable cam can have plenty of battery capacity and still fail if the voltage is wrong, the ESC cannot handle peak current, or the receiver resets during acceleration. Learning how to power remote cable cam systems is less about buying the biggest battery and more about matching the electrical chain. A Remote Cable Cam […]
film rigging hardware load ratings explained

Film Rigging Hardware Load Ratings Explained

July 6, 2026
A 2,000-pound shackle does not automatically mean you can hang a 2,000-pound load from it. Change the pull direction, sling angle, hitch, temperature, or connected component, and that usable capacity may change. That is the point I keep front and center when looking at film rigging hardware load ratings explained correctly: the number stamped onto […]
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