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Using Hollywood CGI Technology to Create Perfect Protective Coverings
The latest Avengers blockbuster movie and the hugely popular Fortnite video game series both use powerful software to create spectacular graphics and CGI so lifelike your eyes think it’s real. But deploying similar technology to create protective coverings might be even more unexpected. On today’s podcast, Bob Coulter, director of data acquisitions & technology…
Propelling: How Microdrones Sets Distributors Up to Succeed with Marketing Support, Content
Drones aren’t toys; they’re solutions. On this episode of the Propelling podcast, host Daniel Litwin sat down with three Microdrones team members for an in-depth discussion on drone distributorships, branding, and the tremendous marketing opportunity that exists for third-parties looking at drones to ride the wave into the future. Today’s show features Director of…
American Made: The Ups and Downs of a Minimum Wage Hike
The House of Representatives recently passed a bill to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2025, phase out low wages for tipped workers, and make further minimum wage hikes indexed to median wage growth. Though the general public has a plurality (in some polls an overwhelming majority) opinion in favor of…
RØDE’s New Mic Just Made Making Your Movies Easier
The new tech adds extended up-close interview options to RØDE Wireless GO System. When RØDE announced the Wireless GO audio system, YouTubers and independent shooters kinda lost their minds. Here was a wireless filmmaking setup that had a microphone integrated into it that could be attached to a DSLR or smartphone via 3.5mm TRS jack…
Weaver Beyond the Numbers: Improving Your IT Compliance Program
On this episode of Weaver: Beyond the Numbers, we spoke about the increasingly important topic of IT compliance programs. To provide insight and expertise was Brett Nabors, IT advisory services partner with Weaver. There’s no question that IT compliance programs are essential to companies in any industry. Much of this intense scrutiny is due to…
Small US Companies Can Now Sell on Alibaba
Highlights The move increases options for U.S.-based businesses, who were only able to purchase items off Alibaba. According to Reuters, the move is meant to help the Chinese conglomerate compete with other e-commerce rivals. It also comes just after the company premiered a new website in english for merchants worldwide. Since Alibaba does not have…
How Will Instagram Influence the Filmmakers of Tomorrow?
In this write-up, we’re going to discuss not only how Instagram has affected photography but also its current and future influence on cinematography. There have been countless articles over the past several years that have discussed the influence Instagram has had on photographers — particularly those who post for an online audience. The analyses suggest that the social media…
Where Verizon Is Bringing 5G Next
It may not be long until most of the United States is connected to 5G. Verizon announced on Wednesday that it launched 5G Ultra Wideband services in four more American cities. Customers in Washington, D.C., Atlanta, Detroit and Indianapolis are the latest to receive the service. Verizon already provides the 5G Ultra Wideband network in…
Big Data Means New Big Challenges
Data is now considered to be the most valuable commodity on Earth, which is why enterprises and government agencies look to leverage it to their advantage. And yet, warehousing massive amounts of data requires modern technologies and new ways of thinking. On today’s podcast, Judson Graves, director of analytics solutions at ViON, and Chrisitan…
Buying Into Biometrics: United Airlines’ CLEAR Path For Airport Security
Airports and efficiency may seem antithetical, but innovations implemented by several major airliners in the U.S. may be addressing this longstanding issue. United Airlines recently announced an investment in CLEAR, a biometric screening company that eliminates the need for select customers to use a ticket or photo I.D. before security. While this may be…
Take Your Handheld Camerawork to the Next Level: 10 Tips from DP Chris Weaver
Last month we shared some of Stillmotion’s tips for shooting handheld with DSLR cameras. While a good portion of the “DSLR Generation” of filmmakers are still shooting with DSLR’s, many are now shooting with various full-sized digital cinema cameras such as the EPIC and Alexa. Most of the basics of shooting handheld are applicable to whatever camera…
Why You Shouldn’t Be Using ‘Conventional’ Methods for Unconventional Drilling
On this episode of the Sciences Podcast, host Tyler Kern dug deep, so to speak, on the topic of using big data for conventional and unconventional reservoirs with two geoscientists from Ikon Science. Today’s guests are Gabi D’Aubeterre], Americas support team manager, and Yoryenys Del Moro, regional product champion for wells. Del Moro said…
The House Goes After Robocalls. How Does This Affect Business?
On this segment from Business Casual, host Daniel Litwin breaks down the bipartisan Stopping Bad Robocalls Act bill, why robocalls are under fire, how they harm important communications between company and consumer, and the newest powers granted to the FCC. American Made is a recurring segment appearing on Business Casual, MarketScale’s weekly live radio…
4 Ways Still Photography Can Make You a Better Cinematographer
In this article, we examine visualizing light through photography — and how it can make you a better cinematographer and filmmaker. When I first started out in filmmaking, I had little to no interest in still photography. I wanted to tell stories with moving pictures, not still pictures. Frankly, I wasn’t very good at still…
The Pivot: Two Sides of the Telemedicine Argument
Daniel Litwin and Tyler Kern highlight the two opposing sides of the telemedicine argument on this edition of The Pivot. For more, check out Business Casual with Daniel Litwin and Tyler Kern on MarketScale Radio. Tune in on Fridays at 9e/8c for more!
The Challenges of Keeping Mobile Devices Charged In-Flight
Airplane passengers usually board their flights with at least a cell phone, and many take tablets, e-readers, and laptops with them into the cabin. Some airlines are even removing seatback displays altogether and encouraging passengers to access in-flight entertainment on their mobile devices. On today’s podcast, Tom Hemphill, director of engineering at Mid Continent…
LEDTalk: Video Displays are Creating an Experience in Corporate Space Design
Digital LED displays are transforming corporate workspaces, creating a positive ripple effect that disseminates throughout the companies workforce and into its clientele. “Digital is now,” said David Venus, CMO of PixelFLEX. On this episode of LEDTalk, host Tyler Kern sat down with Venus & guest Jeff Peden, director of marketing at Dalton Agency, to…
Tourism Powered by Segway Scooters
Cruises are the ultimate easy-going holiday, with everything arranged from beginning to end. From meals, to entertainment, to excursions, passengers can easily float from one adventure to the next without lifting a finger. But when docking in ports of call, what if you’d rather avoid crowded tour buses, long lines and the expensive costs of…
How Pro AV Pushed the Ball Downfield at the LG Tech Tour
Digital signage and AV applications are often a powerful customer-facing technology. However, at the LG Tech Tour at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas on July 24, AV professionals discussed how their own tools can power internal business operations as well. The event brought together a dozen LG content, hardware and software partners in total. Presenters…
How Dallas’ Lakewood Theater Marquee Got Its Sparkle Back
Dallas’ Lakewood neighborhood is home to the circa 1938 Lakewood Theater, a long-standing piece of North Texas history. Not everything is brick and mortar though; when its iconic neon marquee needed refurbishment, owners turned to Denton-based Kieffer | Starlite. On this episode of the Pro AV Podcast, host Sean Heath sat down with Mark…
Schübeler Technologies GmbH: Challenging Projects Propelled by Aerodynamics Expertise
In this increasingly competitive world, cutting-edge companies are those that take on one-off challenges, engaging their teams to provide innovative solutions through the creation of never-been-done-before products. This is particularly true when designing propulsion components for the UAV and professional motorsports sectors. These industries rely on products constructed with precision, efficiency and longevity in mind,…
10 Things Everyone Should Know About Lighting
Lighting scenes on any kind of film or television set is truly an art form. Light design is one of the most important elements of cinematography and can affect everything, from the tone of a scene to how old or young the talent looks. That’s why it’s so important to have a working knowledge of the fundamentals…
MarketScale Mornings: Navigating the Future of Drone Regulations
On the most recent edition of MarketScale Mornings, hosts Tyler Kern and Daniel Litwin were joined by Mike Dziok and Bret Burghdurf. Dziok is the Vice President, Global Marketing for Microdrones. Burghdurf is the Director of Marketing for Americas and New Markets for the company. Learn how new industries are putting drones to use, what…
How Art and Information are Transforming Airports
Take a behind-the-scenes look at NanoLumens‘ installation at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport HERE! Few public places cause as much stress and confusion as airports. Thousands of travelers race against the clock daily to get to their destination, often in unfamiliar terminals. Communication is paramount in the airport environment, and increasingly, Pro AV solutions are…
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