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Video Production at NATPE
It is frustrating going to conferences without Roger Bindl, as it is difficult to produce ViodiTV with just one person. I was encouraged when I stumbled across the Supacam booth at NATPE, as they were selling relatively low-cost, solid state, digital video camcorders. These are full 720×480 resolution camcorders with the added bonus that they will provide…
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If a Tree Falls While You Are at Work – a Unique TV Program
The fun part of NATPE is seeing original programming. NATPE is about meeting innovative producers who have a passion for what they do and are bringing new ideas to television and broadband. Paul Nosak of Nosak Productions fits this mold. In his case, he has not quit his day job, but has used it to…
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Software as Services – Microsoft & OPASTCO
Brought to you by Innovative Systems George Henny of Fiber Cloud discusses the announcement between OPASTCO and Microsoft in this interview filmed at the OPASTCO 2008 Winter Convention. Henny discusses how important software as a service will be to businesses with less than 150 employees and how this creates opportunities for the independent telco. He…
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WSTA 2008 PR/Marketing Seminar
Roger Bindl reports on the WSTA 2008 PR/Marketing Seminar held in Wisconsin Dells. David Saxby of Measure-X kicked it off as keynote speaker. Stuart Keith and Tom Hansen of Crew/Cut Teleproductions followed with information relevant to telcos considering getting into video production. Gary Evans and Mary Malloy of Hiawatha Broadband added to that with hands…
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This Isn't Hot Air…….
Roger Bindl makes his annual trek to the Hudson Valley Hot Air Affair. His quest to document these soaring bags of hot air has fallen short in past years. This event is more than about fun, however, as it is also about bringing a community together and the ensuing economic development. So, watch here to…
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Animation Software – Toon Boom Studio 4
Brought to you by HEM Productions I found what I was looking for in Toon Boom animation software, so I’m fairly impressed with it. The initial learning curve was slightly steep, although in reflection I realize I also struggled initially with Flash. The key difference with Studio 4 is that it accomplished two tasks that…
