Author: Grant Harvey

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Grant Harvey

Grant Harvey is a freelance writer, screenwriter, and filmmaker based out of Los Angeles. When he’s not working on his own feature-length screenplays and television pilots, Grant uses his passion and experience in film and videography to help others learn the tools, strategies, and equipment needed to create high-quality videos as a filmmaker of any skill level.

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Video Gear & Kits

Anton Bauer Gold Mount vs. V-Mount Batteries. Which Mount Is Better And Why?

by Grant Harvey August 21, 2020 0

Reading Time: 6 minutesFeatured photo appears courtesy of Anton Bauer. Anton Bauer and V-mount batteries have different strengths, but most cinematographers swear... Read more.

Production Design

Where To Find Cheap Film Props (online and offline)

by Grant Harvey August 12, 2020 2

Reading Time: 6 minutesFilm props are objects written into your film’s story that you need to create the world of the film. When renting cheap (i.e., affordable)... Read more.

Writing Techniques

What Is a Motif? Definition & Examples

by Grant Harvey August 10, 2020 2

Reading Time: 11 minutesOverview Definition: A motif is a repeatable element in a film (an image, sound, object, line, or action) that returns at meaningful moments,... Read more.

Screenwriting Resources

Hands-on Review: Arc Studio Pro Screenwriting Software

by Grant Harvey July 22, 2020 0

Reading Time: 7 minutesArc Studio Pro is a professional screenwriting software designed to take your next screenplay beyond simple text formatting and industry... Read more.

Video Editing & Delivery

Guide: How To Edit Slow-Motion Video (tips & tricks)

by Grant Harvey July 6, 2020 0

Reading Time: 7 minutesSince it’s paramount that you record your footage at a certain frame rate for the type of slow-motion look you want, you need to make... Read more.

Screenwriting Resources

Hollywood Screenwriting Tips & How To Implement Them

by Grant Harvey July 2, 2020 0

Reading Time: 8 minutesThe video above, courtesy of Variety, presents eight excellent screenwriting advice from professional screenwriters. In this article, I... Read more.

Camera

What is a Camera Viewfinder? Optical vs Electronic

by Grant Harvey June 25, 2020 0

Reading Time: 6 minutesWhat is a viewfinder? Definition & Meaning A viewfinder is a small window-shaped piece of glass that photographers and videographers... Read more.

Film Festival Tips

The Ideal Short Film Length For Festivals: Optimize Your Chances

by Grant Harvey May 17, 2020 2

Reading Time: 3 minutesEven though a short film can technically be as long as fifty minutes and still qualify as short, most film festival programmers agree that... Read more.

Plot and Structure

What Is Plot? Definition & Examples

by Grant Harvey May 8, 2020 5

Reading Time: 16 minutesOverview Definition: Plot is the cause-and-effect sequence of events in a story. It tracks what happens, why it happens, and how each event... Read more.

Film Theory

The 5 Key Ingredients To A Good Movie

by Grant Harvey May 1, 2020 14

Reading Time: 4 minutesThe key ingredients that make a movie “good” are when the acting, directing, writing, cinematography, and overall production value come... Read more.