A film team looks for a premium level of sound when they create a motion picture. The audio helps to tell the story through dialogue, as well as the ambient sound. With that in mind, having the right equipment is important, and among that equipment are microphones. Single or Double System Recording Mainly, the distinction …
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Meet Connor Schwefel, a March 2019 graduate from IPR’s Digital Video & Media Production Bachelor of Fine Arts program. When asked why Connor chose IPR he said, “I chose IPR because I knew going to a traditional university would not work for my style of learning.” He likes making movies and had a YouTube channel …
The corporate world moves fast, and many businesses thrive on instant results on a daily basis. One of the ways that businesses take advantage of a myriad amount of tools is through video conferencing technology. Over the decades, video conferencing has grown from a luxury tool to a necessity for companies. As a result of …
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Being on a film or television set means that there is an abundance of situations that will provide both exciting thrills and challenges. Depending on your role, you may experience more excitement than others. One position that sees more than their fair share is that of the 1st assistant director, or 1st A.D. The 1st …
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Movie and television crews encompass a wide variety of roles, with some often being overlooked. Although some may seem obscure, there are positions that make viewers curious. One of those roles happens to be the dolly grip. Although its name may sound funny, being a dolly grip is no joke. In fact, it’s one of …
Interested in becoming an electrical lighting technician or working on a film set? There are nine essential tools that you should have at your disposal. There are few things that can ruin a film set or production–like improper lighting. Whether on a film set or a theatrical production, the lighting crew is an integral to …
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Written by Maria Barr, Digital Video and Media Production student and Krissy Jackson, IPR Social Media Specialist The Duluth Superior Film Festival (DSFF) is an ambitious and innovative event that delivers film, music and art to the Twin Ports region. In its decade-long history, DSFF has developed an exemplary reputation for presenting a distinctively imaginative …
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The world of digital media distribution is a a fast-paced environment. Not only do digital media professionals need to adapt to changes in technology and the storage of digital media content, but also format changes themselves. High definition (or HD) has long been the standard for all content, but quality demands from producers in response …
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Written by Maria Barr, Digital Video and Media Production student Every year IPR has the pleasure of taking on the EDU Film Festival. The festival is intended for high school filmmakers across Minnesota to have a platform for sharing their work. This year we sat down with lead coordinator and IPR alumna Jaki Velez to …
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Some people think that audio visual technicians just set up microphones and repair lights. The truth is far more intricate! An audio visual technician has a wide array of duties depending on the production. Although the role can be challenging, it is also a highly fulfilling career. Audio visual technicians also need an amount of …
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