The Freelance Playbook

Today's Question: "I am thinking of getting the Sony a7siii, but im concerned that Sony will release something better very soon. With so many cameras being released so fast, I don’t want to make a purchase only the find out I should’ve waited a couple more months. What do you think is the move here?"From: Thomas Green of Greenery FilmsSubscribe to the Miami Video Podcast YouTube ChannelFollow the Miami Video Podcast on InstagramFollow the Miami Video Podcast on FacebookFollow Ariel on Instagr...

Today's QOD: How do you pack your gear for traveling? Is it different from local shoots? - This is a great question and the short answer is yes, there is quite the difference. Traveling for productions can be quite fun, but at the same time, it's quite daunting. You need to fit all your equipment into your luggage and pack it safely meanwhile you CANNOT forget a single thing.Subscribe to the Miami Video Podcast YouTube ChannelFollow the Miami Video Podcast on InstagramFollow the Miami Video P...

Today's QOD: What Hard drives do I use on set? Leave us a comment on facebook or instagram and let us know what hard drives are you using. There are no wrong answers.Subscribe to the Miami Video Podcast YouTube ChannelFollow the Miami Video Podcast on InstagramFollow the Miami Video Podcast on FacebookFollow Ariel on InstagramGear used for this episode:Camera - Sony A7IVMicrophone - Shure SM7BMixer - Rodecaster Pro IIHeadphones - Rode NTH-100

We're discussing whether or not you need a 4K camera in 2022; Transitioning yourself from a wedding filmmaker to a commercial filmmaker; How you should invest your money and how you should save your money, and Capturing b-roll for documentary shoots. Subscribe to the Miami Video Podcast YouTube ChannelFollow the Miami Video Podcast on InstagramFollow the Miami Video Podcast on FacebookFollow Ariel on Instagram

In this episode, we're discussing the accounting software that I use for my business, the biggest mistake I've ever made on set, why I choose Mac over PC, and how I evaluate new potential hires to work for me. Subscribe to the Miami Video Podcast YouTube ChannelFollow the Miami Video Podcast on InstagramFollow the Miami Video Podcast on FacebookFollow Ariel on Instagram

We're answering your questions once again regarding my camera rig, deleting footage from past shoots, internal audio vs external audio, and more.Subscribe to the Miami Video Podcast YouTube ChannelFollow the Miami Video Podcast on InstagramFollow the Miami Video Podcast on Facebook

In this episode, I answer your questions regarding what video gear I select to go with me when my client is vague with the information, invoicing clients with different payment options, and the apparel I wear on set.Follow MVS on Facebook or Instagram.

Mike Hernandez joins Ariel Martinez on this episode to discuss a few recent productions, including some big-budget productions that needed to be broadcasted live. Subscribe to the Miami Video Podcast YouTube ChannelFollow the Miami Video Podcast on InstagramFollow the Miami Video Podcast on Facebook

We're discussing new forms of productions that we've been working on a lot at Miami Video Services. Broadcast-form productions are quite different than your typical sit-down interviews for documentaries. This requires a different set of variables to consider when taking on a new job. Follow MVS on Facebook or Instagram.

Dave Maze joins us on this episode to discuss how he was able to receive 100% rights to the Kinotika YouTube channel of which he was once the main host. We're also diving into the features and characteristics of a successful youtube channel and brand. We're analyzing current successful channels and others that used to be in the spotlight and have since dropped off quite a bit. Building a youtube channel is no walk in the park. Many people seem to want to build a new channel each a...