The Official MASV Blog
Develop your creative media workflow with productivity tips, profiles on emerging tech, and interviews with creative specialists.
Digital Imaging Technician (DIT): The Unsung On-Set Heroes
Keith Putnam is a video production professional who has spent the past several years as a Digital Imaging Technician (DIT) and second unit Director of Photography and on the CBS series Bull and Madam Secretary. Read his interview.
Jim Donnelly
Jul 28, 2021
Understanding Audio File Formats
When we think of sending large files, we often think of video content or even large datasets weighing hundreds of GBs. But audio files—especially in the age of audiobooks and high-resolution audio—are steadily getting bigger. Much bigger.
Jim Donnelly
Jun 21, 2021
How to Upload Files Faster From a Browser
Anyone well-versed in file sharing will tell you to avoid a browser and use a dedicated app, if possible. The transfer will be faster and more reliable. While this is true, browsers don’t have any barriers to entry. They are accessible and don’t require downloads or IT permissions. They can work on any device with little to no effort.
Ankit Verma
Jun 14, 2021
What to Consider When Managing Submissions for Your Film Festival
Film festivals provide a captive audience unlike anything most independent filmmakers have experienced, with the winners elevating their profile virtually overnight. Even if an entry doesn’t win, a good showing can drive increased interest in a feature film, short, or other project for months.
Jim Donnelly
Jun 7, 2021
NFTs and Filmmakers: Monetize Your Video Content, New-School Style
Should filmmakers care about NFTs? We think it's worth a closer look. Learn how can NFTs, or non-fungible tokens, can help creators and filmmakers monetize video content and digital artwork in 2021.
Jim Donnelly
May 12, 2021
The MASV Desktop App Has a New Look
We’re committed to helping film and video professionals work faster and more efficiently, and we know that the less time you have to think about uploading large files, the faster you can deliver your projects. So we’re excited to introduce some recent UX changes to the MASV desktop app.
Anna Mroczkowski
Apr 20, 2021