Author: Shirtless
Added: Tue, 18 Mar 2008 10:16:19 -0800
Duration: 191

Matt stirs up some controversy as he starts an open forum on camera preference. Panasonic HVX 200, JVC or HD110u? You decide which camera is king, and make sure to tune in next week for the follow-up episode where we discuss viewer comments. Make ...

Author: Shirtless
Added: Mon, 10 Mar 2008 12:16:19 -0800
Duration: 113

Converting video to H.264 MP4 files can be a time and processor intensive task. Enter Matt and his ethnic friend with Elgato's Turbo.264 USB device. Offload the heavy lifting and leave your computer free to do other things... like plan trips to Mexico.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Sun, 02 Mar 2008 23:16:18 -0800
Duration: 157

The president of Viddler, Robert Sandie, joins Matt to he explain Microphone Directional Patterns. If you need help directing your mic, learn how to as Matt discusses cardioid, omnidirectional, and shotgun microphones.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Mon, 25 Feb 2008 01:16:19 -0800
Duration: 92

Shooting in extreme weather conditions? Heavy rain or snow and high winds can pose quite the obstacle, but with a little bit of foresight, a few tips from Matt, and the right equipment, such as a rain barney and woolie, your show will go on!

Author: Shirtless
Added: Tue, 19 Feb 2008 13:16:30 -0800
Duration: 104

The new laptop from Apple, the MacBook Air, is causing quite a stir in the computer market. Matt takes a break from video production to look at this new ultra-thin computer and weighs its pros and cons. Watch for a special appearance by two of our fans.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Mon, 11 Feb 2008 12:46:24 -0800
Duration: 163

Guest star Daddy Owen (Owen Egerton), from the hit internet series DadLabs (http://www.dadlabs.com), interviews an anonymous fugitive from the criminal underworld. Matt explains how to maintain anonymity using the proper lighting and audio effects.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Mon, 04 Feb 2008 09:46:21 -0800
Duration: 154

Josh Kelley shoots a video for his new song \"Unfair\" off the album Special Company. Watch as Matt guides viewers through the video production of Josh Kelley's new single!

Author: Shirtless
Added: Fri, 25 Jan 2008 18:28:56 -0800
Duration: 282

Master broadcast editor Bill Cammack teaches us and Matt how to match color hue in Final Cut Pro. Learn as Master Bill explains the basic technique used for matching shots.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Sun, 20 Jan 2008 12:38:52 -0800
Duration: 175

Matt collaborates with master broadcast editor Bill Cammack. Master Bill guides Matt and viewers alike through the process of correcting white balance using Final Cut Pro's three-way color corrector effect.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:06:40 -0800
Duration: 167

Matt gives users a quick overview of Sony's brand new PMW-EX1 Prosumer Video Camera and its proprietary SxS Media Cards. This camcorder was announced this January during CES in Las Vegas.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Sun, 23 Dec 2007 22:18:17 -0800
Duration: 161

Through the magic of the iPhone Matt and the Blonde Mute take a unique look at the 2007 we've all shared. Share your favorite Shirtless Apprentice moments with others this holiday season and be sure to leave a comment! Enjoy!

Author: Shirtless
Added: Sun, 16 Dec 2007 22:40:17 -0800
Duration: 192

Shooting to tape? That's so earlier 2007. Matt teaches you the benefits of shooting directly to hard drive. Prepare yourselves, because the world of tape and external hard drives are about to collide.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Mon, 10 Dec 2007 15:25:29 -0800
Duration: 164

Matt follows up his last segment on syncing timecode for a multi-camera shoot with a quick explanation on how to utilize this technique in the edit. Learn how quick and easy multi-camera editing can be when using the multicam function in Final Cut Pro.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Mon, 03 Dec 2007 11:13:06 -0800
Duration: 157

Matt gives us some quick tips on how to sync timecode for multi camera footage. Be sure to watch the follow up episode next week where Matt will show us how to synchronize the footage once you enter the editing phase.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Mon, 26 Nov 2007 08:34:07 -0800
Duration: 167

Double-Oh-Matt instructs how to properly light and set for a cyclorama shot. Once you learn from his quick pointers, you'll be able to enjoy the creative freedom that the infinite depth of a properly lit cyc can provide. But be careful!

Author: Shirtless
Added: Mon, 19 Nov 2007 09:04:05 -0800
Duration: 255

Matt gets jibby with it! The Shirtless Apprentice teaches you how to assemble, adjust, and use a junior jib.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Mon, 12 Nov 2007 08:55:10 -0800
Duration: 268

Learn how to frame and block an over-the-shoulder shot as Matt demonstrates the use of cutters to block lens flare.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Mon, 05 Nov 2007 18:04:06 -0800
Duration: 155

Matt describes how to capture the Vertigo Effect in your shot. This effect, also known as the Dolly Zoom, helps to create a feeling of dizziness, confusion, and surprise!

Author: Shirtless
Added: Mon, 29 Oct 2007 10:34:05 -0800
Duration: 201

Halloween Special - Matt demonstrates how to create dramatic lighting effects on a budget - This episode will help you to develop control of your audiences attention.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Mon, 22 Oct 2007 09:04:05 -0800
Duration: 266

It can be hard to manage all the cords and wires you use during a shoot. Follow these simple tips and your shoot will be safe and organized.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Mon, 15 Oct 2007 14:16:02 -0800
Duration: 281

In this episode, the Apprentice gives a brief overview of the equipment and technique to capturing audio for a sit down interview.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Mon, 08 Oct 2007 08:45:48 -0800
Duration: 187

Continuity is an underrated and more importantly, overlooked aspect to multi-cut scenes. Many films, television programs and internet videos forget it's importance. So this week, The Shirtless Apprentice give his tips on the subject as he sits down ...

Author: Shirtless
Added: Fri, 05 Oct 2007 13:42:40 -0800
Duration: 276

The Shirtless Apprentice explains how to apply the chroma key technique to previously shot green screen footage using Final Cut Pro. For more information, check out the great keying resources available on the CreativeCOW.net forums.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Mon, 01 Oct 2007 10:42:26 -0800
Duration: 260

In this episode, The Shirtless Apprentice gives us some tips and information on how to use one of the most versitile and under appreciated tools in a videographer"s arsenal, the sungun! Matt compares two types of sunguns, incandesant and L.E.D., and ...

Author: Shirtless
Added: Wed, 26 Sep 2007 08:51:18 -0800
Duration: 212

In this episode of the Shirtless Apprentice, Matt covers the basics of color temperature and white balancing for internet video. Whether you follow his simple instructions on using your consumer camera's white balancing function, or you purchase warm ...

Author: Shirtless
Added: Mon, 17 Sep 2007 12:35:50 -0800
Duration: 140

In this episode of The Shirtless Apprentice, Matt is on location to discuss some more tips for shooting internet video, specifically directed towards capturing B-Roll. Take a look at our links section for more shooting tips!

Author: Shirtless
Added: Mon, 17 Sep 2007 12:25:12 -0800
Duration: 192

In this smoking episode of The Shirtless Apprentice, Matt offers some simple production techniques to help you get the most life out of your batteries whether shooting in a studio or out in the field.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Fri, 14 Sep 2007 13:25:08 -0800
Duration: 210

The Shirtless Apprentice offers some basic tips for shooting online video. These simple techniques will immediately improve your production values and ease your post production workflow.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Fri, 07 Sep 2007 13:56:23 -0800
Duration: 564

Once you have shot your footage you need to get it into the computer for editing. This episode of The Shirtless Apprentice walks you through good practices for capturing digital video and keeping it well organized for editing.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Fri, 07 Sep 2007 13:56:23 -0800
Duration: 205

In this invigorating exercise, the Shirtless Apprentice leads us through the beautiful pastures of frame rates. Watch as Matt explains the intricacies of selecting the correct frame rate for your online video.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Fri, 07 Sep 2007 13:35:24 -0800
Duration: 207

In this first episode of the Shirtless Apprentice podcast, Matt reviews the following video cameras - Sony PD-150, Panasonic AG-DVX100, JVC GY-HD110U and Panasonic AG-HVX200 - for producing a high quality video podcast.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Fri, 07 Sep 2007 13:35:24 -0800
Duration: 166

In the second episode of the Shirtless Apprentice, Matt advises viewers on the proper procedure for lighting a green screen. He gives specific advice on how to separate the light that falls on the subject from the light on the green screen.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Fri, 07 Sep 2007 13:35:24 -0800
Duration: 258

In this episode, Matt walks you step by shirtless step through the three point lighting technique as he explains the relationship between the key light, fill light, and how to give your subject some pop with an overhead backlight.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Fri, 07 Sep 2007 13:14:23 -0800
Duration: 192

This week, the curiously groomed Shirtless Apprentice gives us a quick overview of some post production necessities, and a basic introduction to their functions.

Author: Shirtless
Added: Fri, 07 Sep 2007 13:14:23 -0800
Duration: 225

In this riveting episode of The Shirtless Apprentice, Matt discusses recording audio for your internet video and podcast.It all beings with your camera, microphone options, surroundings and the inherent sexiness of your voice.