Our Week In Video
144 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago - ★★★★★ - 63 ratingsExperienced videographers Ben Bruton-Cox and Richard Shelton discuss their week in video. From weddings to commercial and promotional video they well you what they came up against.
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Ep77: Who is the GH5 aimed at?
January 12, 2017 13:19 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBWe are back in the flow of this ere podcasting for 2017. This time we discuss the newly announced GH5. Where does it fit? Does it take away from the Sony troop or the flailing Canon users. Or are Panasonic being very clever and appealing to an audience rather than a gathering. Either way we discuss specs and practicalities about the new Panny. This episode is sponsored by Soundstripe.com. Don’t forget to sign up to our course, Shadows and Light: Wedding Cinematics, click here for m...
Ep76: Happy New Year Show, with lots of glitches
January 05, 2017 19:28 - 50 minutes - 47.7 MBThis episode is sponsored by Soundstripe.com. Welcome to 2017, we cannot wait to share our weeks with you. On this episode Rich and I talk about our December month and what we have got up to and a few home truths about the last ‘missing podcast’. Don’t forget to sign up to our course, Shadows and Light: Wedding Cinematics, click here for more details http://shadowsandlightweddingcinematicshome.pages.ontraport.net Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.co...
Ep75: Part 2 Ben & Rich's "Six (6) Tips"
December 05, 2016 10:10 - 30 minutes - 57.1 MBOur December “Six Tips” are brought to you by Soundstripe.com. We give away some of our biggest trade secrets, from how to get legal aerial video in your videos without costing you anything AT ALL and Rich's tip on music choice we are happy to gift you our “Six Tips” for the holidays. Also, tickets are available NOW for Shadows & Light: Wedding Cinematics course. Get them here and don’t forget to use our discount code ‘OWIV’ to save £50 (for all 2016 bookings). http://shadowsandlightwe...
Ep74: Part 1 Ben & Rich's "Six (6) Tips"
December 02, 2016 16:47 - 39 minutes - 74.1 MBOur December “Six Tips” are brought to you by Soundstripe.com. We give away some of our biggest trade secrets, from cameras to monopods and audio recorders we spill the beans in the first of our “Six Tips”. We also talk about techniques for camera operators and interview styles and how make the subject comfortable on camera as well as getting the best results for a stand up interview. Also, tickets are available NOW for Shadows & Light: Wedding Cinematics course. Get them here and don’t...
Ep 73: Lets talk about, next year!
November 23, 2016 13:11 - 59 minutes - 84.4 MBRich and i have a catchup and talk about what next year might bring us with regards equipment and how this might affect us with our weddings and corporate roles. Also, tickets are available NOW for Shadows & Light: Wedding Cinematics course. Get them here and don’t forget to use our discount code ‘OWIV’ to save £50 (for all 2016 bookings). http://shadowsandlightweddingcinematicshome.pages.ontraport.net To purchase our friends fantastic product (Festival Fuel) go to www.festivalfue...
Ep 72: Get your tickets whilst they're HOT!
November 15, 2016 15:48 - 51 minutes - 95.8 MBRich won another award! So we talk to him about winning a wedding videography award! Also, tickets are available NOW for Shadows & Light: Wedding Cinematics course. Get them here and don’t forget to use our discount code ‘OWIV’ to save £50 (for all 2016 bookings). http://shadowsandlightweddingcinematicshome.pages.ontraport.net We also can confirm three new speakers at our HUGE event, Rupert Ward-Lewis who will talk to everyone about Aerial Videography, Ollie Kenchington who will show...
Ep71: Documentary and the GH5 with Griffin Hammond
November 14, 2016 15:57 - 45 minutes - 85.2 MBRich can’t make this podcast (boo) so i thought lets get someone in to talk about Panasonic cameras, and who better to make his first appearance on the show than the original Indie Filmmaker, and ambassador to the GH5, Griffin Hammond. In this podcast we talk about the GH5 announcement and how the specs compare to other cameras. Also, with my dabbling into documentaries, i thought it prudent to talk to Griffin about his documentary that he shot about three years ago called Sriracha. What cha...
Ep:70 - Our BIG news & Who is Matt Johnson???
November 08, 2016 12:54 - 1 hour - 125 MBWe have some amazing news, two bits of news actually. For all you wedding folks, this might be the most important podcast you hear (in the next hour). We have the YouTube guru Matt Johnson aka WhoisMatt on the show. He talks about all things weddings, from current techniques to the future of wedding videography and technological advances in this industry. We also reveal our big bit of news, Rich and I have decided to create a course. Partnering with Shadows and Light, we have created ‘Weddi...
Ep 69: Let's talk to Erik Naso
October 17, 2016 10:30 - 1 hour - 116 MBIn this episode Rich and I finally speak to Erik Naso. It has been a long time coming for us all to catch up as we are all working professionals. We go a bit more in depth with the A6500 and the hopeful overheating issue resolution. We also talk, about different cameras for different people and uses. Erik has also completed his first Lynda.com tutorials so we talk about them too. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ourweekinvideo/ Twitter: https://twitter....
Ep 68: Sony A6500? Too many cameras, too often?
October 10, 2016 12:27 - 1 hour - 133 MBIn this episode Rich and i discuss the Sony A6500 and how it could affect our shooting. Also with a lot of disgruntled A6300 owners, we touch on, are Sonys new incredible cameras coming out too regularly. We also discuss our weeks from deliverables and Rich's return to filming PROG ROCK!!! Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ourweekinvideo/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ourweekinvideo and now Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ourweekinvideo/ The ...
Ep 67: We need to talk about GoPro
October 03, 2016 12:10 - 1 hour - 132 MBIn this episode Rich and i talk about our latest work, a couple of weddings and a couple of corporate shoots which involved a new setup for Ben - a moving autocue. They discuss lighting at weddings and corporate 3 point lighting, as well as green screen tips as well as the benefit of 10bit vs 8bit camera workflows. They also have their view on the GoPro Karma and the DJI Mavic Pro, which one they would get and why they probably won’t get either. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook: h...
Ep: 66. Craft vs Kit with Jeff Wood
September 09, 2016 09:44 - 1 hour - 143 MBRich RETURNS!!!!!! About time too i think. This episode we talk about how Rich got on filming a wedding in Malta, Ben talks about his recent filming for the local police as they raided properties. It was an intense shoot! We also talk about Craft vs Kit and who better to have on but Jeff Wood. His second time on the show Jeff talks about how trimming down his kit has made him a better storyteller. He is also creating a course/retreat based in Hungary, dates are to be confirmed - knowing Je...
Ep 65: Zhiyun Crane vs Ronin M & Converting a Wedding Tog into a Vog
August 30, 2016 10:56 - 58 minutes - 108 MBThis episode Rich is still away, this time filming a wedding in Malta, will he ever come back to the podcast? :( come back Rich, we miss you! Anyway, i give my full run down on the Zhiyun Crane gimbal and how it compares to the DJI Ronin M. I also talk to Dave Powell, a wedding photographer, based in Wales where he is turning from being a well respected Photographer into a Videographer, is he mad? He might just be. The this weeks track on Soundstripe Thank you for listening. SUBSCR...
Ep 64: "We need to talk about Canon"
August 18, 2016 11:21 - 1 hour - 132 MBIt looks like we have the specs of the new Canon 5D mark 4, and as we predicted if the leaked specs are anything to go by we might all be a little bit disappointed, especially when it comes down to the 4k image and frame rates. But only time will tell i guess. I also have the Zhiyun Crane in for review and aside a few minor things I am impressed with its first outing. We also talk about complaints from wedding couples and how to deal with them. The this weeks track on Soundstripe Thank ...
Ep 63: Shooting with Profiles: LOG or Natural
August 02, 2016 10:45 - 48 minutes - 91.1 MBWe had the pleasure of speaking to Ollie Kenchington of Korro Ltd about grading. With my recent struggles to get consistency across all of the LOG profiles i use, i wanted to get some top notch advice on colouring. So i thought of Ollie. The this weeks track on Soundstripe Thank you for listening. SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/our-week-in-video-video-production/id955970525?mt=2 To see out work follow these links: Ben’s http://www.brutoncoxvisual...
Episode 62: Generalisation vs Specialisation part 2
July 19, 2016 14:26 - 1 hour - 119 MBThis ALL NEW podcast is all about our week in video and how and why generalisation and specialisation in video roles are both a good thing and bad thing. The this weeks track on Soundstripe Thank you for listening. SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/our-week-in-video-video-production/id955970525?mt=2 To see out work follow these links: Ben’s http://www.brutoncoxvisuals.com http://www.theweddingcut.com https://twitter.com/brutoncox Rich...
Ep: 61 - Philip Bloom hosts: Generalisation vs Specialisation...
July 14, 2016 09:01 - 1 hour - 132 MBThis weeks episode is a slightly different take on it. I (Ben) went on a course called Shadows and Light, based in Brighton in the UK, to learn a thing or two about filmmaking and tweak a few of my skillets. One bit in particular that i was always interested in was the specialisation or generalisation of what it is we do. Everyone has a different opinion of what you should do, but in this episode we have, Philip Bloom, Nino Leitner, Phil Arntz, James Tonkin & Danny Lacey talking about their ...
Week 60: Lots of firsts, making a music video with Sam Norman
June 27, 2016 19:07 - 36 minutes - 68.8 MBSo Rich is away around Europe (lets hope they let him back in) so i thought it a good idea to have a chat about making a music video for the first time. Not just a new genre of filmmaking for Sam, but EVERYTHING was new to Sam - brave man! We talk about his experiences were, and what he could have done better for the next one. Music today is by Nancy Black, called Dirty Little Bass. SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/our-week-in-video-video-production/id955970525?m...
Week 59: A7sii ergonomics and working with ars*****s!
June 22, 2016 11:33 - 1 hour - 141 MBWhat an interesting few weeks it has been, lots of weddings and lots of corporate. Weddings tend to take the limelight, namely because they are more intense than most other jobs we find ourselves doing. But this week we talk about the growing issue with a7sii's filming feet and capturing unusable footage - why, the ergonomics are not great and we think if there was one tiny change to be made by Sony, it would help no end. Get this weeks track on Soundstripe Thank you for listening. SU...
Week 58: The Worst Podcast In The World!
May 25, 2016 12:30 - 1 hour - 125 MBMan this is a poor episode, Ben has been so busy of late with work that he can't think straight and him attempting to host this episode is a good example of too much too soon, and i can write this as I am Ben. We talk about colour issues, scheduling diaries, work loads, Dave Dugdale's A7sii course as well as a host of other things too. But again its a terrible one! YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED. The music kindly allowed to use on our podcast is provided by Soundstripe Thank you for listening. ...
Week 57: NAB2016 roundup with Dave Dugdale
April 28, 2016 09:00 - 1 hour - 131 MBSo NAB2016 is over and we sent our roving reporter to Dave Dugdale of www.learningvideo.com to give us his thoughts on the event and what he found interesting and what he thought was a big miss. We also have a few listener questions for Dave too. The track this week called Rising Sea by artist Be Still the Earth get it on Soundstripe Thank you for listening. SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/our-week-in-video-video-production/id955970525?mt=2 To see out work f...
Week 56: Brief NAB thoughts and being featured on Vimeo
April 19, 2016 13:08 - 1 hour - 105 MBSo NAB2016 is happening at this very moment (well as we were recording it was) we briefly chat about some of the newly announced gear, but will wait until next week to get a full low down from people on the show floor. We also talk to Ben Walton as he has recently bee featured on Vimeo for his trip to British Columbia, we talk about his camera techniques he used on his a7sii whilst being handheld the entire time. The track this week is by Titus get it on Soundstripe Thank you for listening...
Week 55: Glitch-cast!
April 12, 2016 12:02 - 1 hour - 93.9 MBWell this was a humdinger of an episode. Ben's mic didn't record and then Rich's computer crashed. But we only learnt about these things 45 minutes after we hit record. Grrrr! Oh well! Apologies! So onto our weeks episode, Rich had a run in with a terrible human being at a wedding - no not a photographer! We answer listener questions about grading, best cinematic cameras for weddings, music in video production, getting started in wedding videography and advertising on Facebook and Insta...
Week 54: RANT!!! + other!
March 24, 2016 12:49 - 1 hour - 134 MBThank you for listening. I go on a rant about pricing structure and perception of the skill of what we do and how to be compensated for it. We talk about a lot of other things too! SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/our-week-in-video-video-production/id955970525?mt=2 To see out work follow these links: Ben’s http://www.brutoncoxvisuals.com http://www.theweddingcut.com https://twitter.com/brutoncox Rich’s http://www.auroravideo.co.uk https://twitte...
Week 53: Interview with Soundstripe Founders & A7sii at a wedding
March 08, 2016 13:19 - 1 hour - 147 MBToday we have Travis and Micah from Soundstripe.com where we talk about their history and what their goal is within the filmmaker community. Rich and I also catchup about our week, where Rich has worked for a BBC project and i talk about the ergonomics of the A7sii at a wedding. Thank you for listening. SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/our-week-in-video-video-production/id955970525?mt=2 www.soundstripe.com Want a FREE song for whatever purpose, go to www.sounds...
Week 52: Skiing mishaps and A7sii purchase
February 29, 2016 20:03 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBWe have both been on holiday, so this is an extra long podcast we talk about Rich's skiing trip and his accident whilst out there. We also talk about the impact the a7sii will have with Ben on his weddings and we put a should out to people on Facebook and Twitter wo want to ask us questions so we answer these directly. Thank you for listening. SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/our-week-in-video-video-production/id955970525?mt=2 To see out work follow these lin...
Week 51: What Inspires us for Wedding Videography with Ray McShane
February 17, 2016 14:38 - 59 minutes - 111 MBIn this episode Ray from Ray McShane Films and I talk about what inspires us within the Wedding Videography world. Kit and people are the talking points. He also talks about his transition from Canon to Sony - a familiar story. Find Ray here: http://www.raymcshanefilms.com/ Thank you for listening. SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/our-week-in-video-video-production/id955970525?mt=2 To see out work follow these links: Ben’s http://www.brutoncoxvisuals.com htt...
Week 50: Special - Sony a7rii vs a7sii and what should I buy?
February 11, 2016 12:19 - 1 hour - 120 MBRich and i discuss the pro's and con's of the Sony a7 line. As wedding and corporate shooters where do they fit in to what we film day in day out. We also have a couple of questions from you the community which we get into. Thank you for listening. SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/our-week-in-video-video-production/id955970525?mt=2 To see out work follow these links: Ben’s http://www.brutoncoxvisuals.com http://www.theweddingcut.com https://twitter.co...
Week 49: Dave Dugdale talks all things Sony A7rii
February 01, 2016 21:26 - 58 minutes - 108 MBWe have the legend that is Dave Dugdale returning to our humble podcast talking about his in-depth findings with the Sony a7rii and how he has created a 6 hour course explaining almost everything about the video aspects of that camera. We also have some fun outtakes of Dave not realising what show he is on! Find Dave and his Sony A7rii course here: http://www.learningvideo.com/sony-a7rii-training-course-is-now-live/ Get $10 off using this code DISC1384 February 11th 2016 Thank you for li...
Week 48: How do we archive video files and interview with Carl Hagen
January 26, 2016 18:26 - 50 minutes - 94 MBWe talk about storage space and how to archive video files properly. Rich talks up about buying a fire proof safe. We also chat with up and coming wedding videographer Carl Hagen about his new blog and how he is finding his first years as a wedding videographer whilst working full time in his other job. Thank you for listening. SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/our-week-in-video-video-production/id955970525?mt=2 To view Carl's website click here: http://www.pr...
Week 47: Dealing with 'Mates rates' and piracy
January 19, 2016 12:15 - 57 minutes - 108 MBOn this weeks episode we chat about how to deal with that annoying email or telephone call from an old mate, who wants you to produce a video for them, but for free or for a discount, because they know you in a different life. We also chat about theft of videos and what methods you can do to counteract this issue. We also talk about the reviews we get and we both have top tips. SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/our-week-in-video-video-production/id955970525?mt=2...
Week 46: Photographer Nick Murray talks about working with Videographers
January 12, 2016 14:31 - 1 hour - 66.7 MBWe chat with Nick Murray about working with videographers at weddings. The style he sees and what he thinks of working with them in a pressured environment. Rich and I also talk about our week, Rich filming a BIG promotional video and a different type of video wanted by a new client. No top tips as we are rubbish and not prepared. Find Nick here: http://www.nickmurrayphotography.co.uk Thank you for listening. SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/our-week-in-video-video...
Week 45: NEW 2016 Edition, with lots to talk about...
January 04, 2016 12:05 - 1 hour - 118 MBWe have lots to talk about. December weddings, time-lapse only corporate job, video related new years resolutions and much more in this extended podcast. Also, top tips returns! Thank you for listening. SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/our-week-in-video-video-production/id955970525?mt=2 To see out work follow these links: Ben’s http://www.brutoncoxvisuals.com http://www.theweddingcut.com https://twitter.com/brutoncox Rich’s http://www.auroravideo....
Week 44: How to quote for a new client and preparing for a time-lapse only video
December 16, 2015 16:56 - 46 minutes - 66.2 MBIn this weeks episode Ben talks about how to win a quote for a new client plus, how to prepare for a time-lapse only promotional video. He also speaks about how to interpret the clients requirements and how to win that contract. He also talks about the wedding experience he has had over the past week. Rich we miss you, finish work so we can have fun on the podcast! 25mm Voightlander Lens for GH4 http://www.amazon.co.uk/Voigtlander-25-Micro-Mount-Adapter/dp/B0046EC1OE Movo Photo MTP-10 h...
Week 43: Advertising and filming a LIVE concert
November 30, 2015 12:59 - 1 hour - 91.1 MBThank you for listening. We have been off for a week and we have been doing a bit of business things, so I have been utterly depressed doing this so wasn't inclined to do a podcast much but instead we have been editing, filming a wedding and sort that stuff out. Rich has been filming a post rock concert in Leamington Spa, so we talk about specs with what he did and how he did it. Mid flow the phone goes and its a magazine selling space to Rich, he isn't interested so we discuss why he i...
Week 42: Rich tells us about his trip to Iceland
November 12, 2015 14:29 - 1 hour - 146 MBThis is one of those catchup episodes, with Rich being away at the end of last week filming a music video we talk about his experiences filming in Iceland and how he got on with the Sony FS7, Ronin-M, a7s and the Atomos Shogun. We also chat about the Ben's decision to purchase a new camera, is it Sony, is it Panasonic, is it Canon? All that and more terribly thought out top tips. Enjoy! Also would like to thank Rode for helping me out on a technical issue: http://en.rode.com Thank you for ...
Week 41 part 2: MediaZilla and how to rid of the world of DVD's
November 05, 2015 20:12 - 41 minutes - 78 MBOn this extra podcast for you all, we talk to the co-CEO of MediaZilla about what their company is offering and how we can get rid of the the almost 20 year old DVD from our workflow. Very interesting chat with Michael as he talks about their roots and where the company is going. MediaZilla: https://www.facebook.com/mediazilla @TheMediaZilla https://mediazilla.com Thank you for listening. SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/our-week-in-video-video-produ...
Week 41: Video Producer vs Freelancing
November 02, 2015 14:16 - 1 hour - 145 MBOn this week Rich and I chat about the difference being a freelancer and a video producer is. Sounds relatively straight forward, right? Well i can guarantee the client doesn’t know the difference. What happens when you are brought onto being a freelancer then get asked to produce, or the other way around. We address this head on as a listener Matt Gray has asked us a question that needs exploring. We also talk top tips and a very special project we have lined up. Thank you for listening...
Week 40 pt2: GH4 & A7s pros and cons with Daniel Jeremiah
October 27, 2015 21:05 - 50 minutes - 94.2 MBThis extra podcast we talk about the transition from Canon 5D mliii's to either Sony A7s or Panasonic GH4. Daniel Jeremiah took the Panasonic route, we discuss his very fortunate working environment and how he integrated the GH4 into his workflow with weddings and corporate promotional video work. Follow Dan here: http://www.danieljeremiah.com Thank you for listening. SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/our-week-in-video-video-production/id955970525?mt=2 To see ou...
Week 40: A7smkii and her owner Ben Walton
October 23, 2015 17:33 - 42 minutes - 79.7 MBThank you for listening. Ben Walton, friend of the show, has recently got a old of a new Sony A7s mk2. He tells us about what its like and how it feels on a recent shoot he did. He also talks overheating and the biggest problem, the BLACK HOLE or doom! To see Bens review see the links below: http://www.benwaltonfilms.co.uk/blog/21/10/2015/sony-a7sii-first-impressions Follow Ben here: on Twitter @benwaltonfilms SUBSCRIBE to us on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/our-week-i...
Week 39: Preparing for the Sony A7sii and Wedding talk
October 19, 2015 14:39 - 1 hour - 137 MBWe talk about the new Sony A7sii and how Ben can prepare for his imminent purchase. We also go in depth with wedding talk and how to light a green screen. Plus a LOAD of top tips and tricks that we have learnt over the years. Thank you for listening. SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/our-week-in-video-video-production/id955970525?mt=2 To see out work follow these links: Ben’s http://www.brutoncoxvisuals.com http://www.theweddingcut.com https://twitte...
Week 38 part 2: The Supplemental! Rich’s punishment!
October 13, 2015 11:04 - 48 minutes - 90.1 MBRich got of lightly i feel… Thank you for listening. SUBSCRIBE on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/our-week-in-video-video-production/id955970525?mt=2 To see out work follow these links:
Week 38: Jordan Drake talks A7sii and FS5! Also, where’s Rich???
October 12, 2015 17:18 - 52 minutes - 98.5 MBI forgot what week it was… Sorry! We lost Rich this week BUT we found Jordan from the Camera Store TV and he was willing to talk all things Sony. He and Chris are heading to New York next week to discover the A7sii and do a quick review whilst they are there. Jordan has played with the FS5 and tells us his thoughts on what he deems to be the newest TCSTV camera to their line up. Jordan is on the following:
Week 37: Interview with Jeff Wood and the best A7s picture profiles
October 05, 2015 14:01 - 1 hour - 130 MBOh this weeks episode we have a highly talented wedding filmmaker on, Jeff Wood from Jeff Wood Visuals. He has a way of creating magical stories from his wedding films that are like no other that Rich and I have seen. Its has been a long time coming getting Jeff on the show, as he is a personal favourite videographer of both me and Rich. We also go slightly technical and discuss the best colour profiles to use for the Son A7s cameras - shock horror and spoiler alert its not SLOG 2/3. Thank...