NB: I have long wanted to attend SxSwi – where the cool geeks go to party – and this year had my first opportunity to do so, thanks to Sun. This conference is great bang for the buck: registration cost only $450, for four days of good, solid talks. I’ve been meaning for some time… Continue reading SxSWi Report: Designing for the Wisdom of Crowds
Tag: videoblogging
My Upgraded Videoblogging Rig
Back in May of 2008, I wrote about the equipment I was using in my videoblogging for Sun. I’ve had a few upgrades since then: Camera: Canon Vixia HV30 ($600) – I’ve only had this since early December and haven’t used it much yet. I didn’t feel I needed HD, but it’s hard to avoid… Continue reading My Upgraded Videoblogging Rig
Videoblogging: A Month in the Life
Ah, yes, my “glamorous” job… I admit it’s a lot of fun, but right now I’m mostly tired. This month is the most intense I’ve yet had with Sun. Here’s what it’s looked like so far: Oct 23: Flew to Minneapolis. Oct 24, 27, 28: Filmed interviews with the SAM-QFS team at Sun’s Eagan, MN… Continue reading Videoblogging: A Month in the Life
When You’re in Front of the Camera
Most of the people I’ve filmed so far for Sun don’t have extensive television or other on-camera experience and, needless to say, are not professional actors. Being comfortable in front of a camera is a good skill to have in our video-driven age, but it doesn’t come naturally to most. The tips below are some… Continue reading When You’re in Front of the Camera
My Videoblogging Rig
One of the things I do for Sun is videoblogging. I use that term in preference to videography, filming, etc., because I don’t claim to be a video professional. Nor do I have professional equipment. I need to be light on my feet (and in my suitcase), and I often have to shoot under less… Continue reading My Videoblogging Rig