Over the past year here at BCM, we’ve had the opportunity to host two video production interns from Lanier High School’s CDAT (Center for Design and Technology) program. They’ve been coming into the office twice a week: Mariah Campbell and Ben Lewin. The two have spent their time here working on independent projects as well as helping us with tasks. As with all good things, our nest is becoming empty as they graduate this month and go on to college. We were so impressed by the talent we see in high schoolers (especially THESE two high schoolers) we asked both of them to write a blog post about themselves and their experience interning with us. You already met Mariah, so now we’ll introduce you to Ben. Ben Lewin was seventeen when he started interning with us last fall. He’s mostly focused on the production side of things, so we tossed him more camera operation and project management tasks. He recently won CDAT’s male senior All-Star Student award (as well as the superlative “Most likely to THINK they’ll rule the world). He’s driven and has an entrepreneurial spirit, so we know he’ll be at the helm of his own company before […]
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Over the past year here at BCM, we’ve had the opportunity to host two video production interns from Lanier High School’s CDAT (Center for Design and Technology) program. They’ve been coming into the office twice a week: Mariah Campbell and Ben Lewin. The two have spent their time here working on independent projects as well as helping us with tasks. As with all good things, our nest is becoming empty as they graduate this month and go on to college. We were so impressed by the talent we see in high schoolers (especially THESE two high schoolers) we asked both of them to write a blog post about themselves and their experience interning with us. First up is Mariah. Mariah Campbell was seventeen when she started as an intern with us. She’s mostly focused on post-production for her career path right now, so we threw a few more editorial tasks her way, like assisting on broadcast work hands-on and crafting her own story from a pile of raw (multicam) material. She recently won CDAT’s female senior All-Star Student award and will graduate with honors. She’s quick to learn and a natural storyteller, so keep your eye on her: she’ll be […]
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As you all well know, technology is moving by leaps and bounds. It seems every single day now we hear of something completely and radically new that didn’t exist just last week. Generally that means what you had last week is now obsolete. But in the case of a new camera in our arsenal, it means what’s old is new again! Meet the Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera. If you can’t figure it out, the Pocket Cinema Camera is on the right. That’s a 1983 Canon AE-1 film camera on the left. It’s Walter’s personal camera from his high school days when he used to take pictures for the yearbook and even had a darkroom in his house. Yeah, remember film? You used to have to take it to a store to be developed and…. well kids that’s a story for another day. What’s really neat about that photo is both cameras are using the exact same lenses. Through a simple adapter, all of Walter’s lenses from the 1980’s are fully functional on the 2014 digital camera. What’s more, this is a super high quality digital camera capable of shooting television shows and independent feature […]
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Biscardi Creative Media was recently named January Small Business of the Month by The Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce. We’re excited about the recognition – thanks to the chamber team for coming to visit us! [hr] Chamber Write-Up & Nomination Biscardi Creative Media is a full service script to screen Creation Company at the forefront of creative media production. Emmy-award winning broadcast programming, episodics, commercials, feature films and industrial productions are some of the projects our storytellers bring to the screen every day. BCM clients range from local privately owned businesses to national and international studios and agencies. Drawing on over 20 years of industry experience, Founder Walter Biscardi Jr., pulls together a creative team that has amassed every major award and traveled to every country in pursuit of a single goal. The story. Biscardi Creative Media believes in being a community partner. The company serves as an advisory board committee member for Lanier High Schools’ Center for Design and Technology Program and industry advisor for Georgia Gwinnett College. Just in 2013, BCM donated it’s services to the Governor’s office, Gwinnett Economic Development, Gwinnett County Public Schools, The Gwinnett Coalition for Health and Human Services and the Buford Community Co-op. Read […]
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Google Hangout Blog Post. Our Google Hangouts are on-air broadcasts that allow us to share with others knowledge, secrets and tips of film and video production. This post features our hangout on Post-Production and Delivery, the 3rd and 4th phases in the Production Process. BISCARDI CREATIVE PRE-PRODUCTION (PART 3 of 3) | In this series, Biscardi Creative Founder, Walter Biscardi, Jr. “demystifies” the video production process. VIDEO SUMMARY Below is a high-level summary of what is discussed in this week’s hangout. But definitely take time to view this 30-minute interview for detailed explanations. Time codes are included below so that you can skip ahead to the topics that interest you the most. Interviewee: Walter Biscardi, Jr., Biscardi Creative, Founder & Creative Genius Interviewer: Nicole Wright, Biscardi Creative, Director of Sales & Marketing What is Post Production? (1:00 – 2:35) It’s the bringing of all the elements together into a final product. Even though it’s called post it may begin as early as the pre-planning phase (with the creation of graphics, animation etc.) What is the cost of Post Production? (2:45 – 4:30) Post production can be 2, 3, 4, 10, 20 or 30x the cost of production. Watch podcast to […]
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A few days ago we hosted our first of many Google Hangouts. These on-air broadcasts allow us to share with others knowledge, secrets and tips of film and video production. *Note: if you are a creative / production professional check out walterbiscardi.com for videos and trainings tailored to developing the industry craft. This particular Hangout focuses on Pre-Production, the 1st of four phases in the Production Process. BISCARDI CREATIVE PRE-PRODUCTION (PART 1) | In this series, Biscardi Creative Founder, Walter Biscardi, Jr. “demystifies” the video production process. VIDEO SUMMARY Below is a high-level summary of what is discussed in this week’s hangout. But definitely take time to view this 25-minute interview for detailed explanations. Interviewee: Walter Biscardi, Jr., Biscardi Creative, Founder & Creative Genius Interviewer: Nicole Wright, Biscardi Creative, Director of Sales & Marketing Question: What is Pre-Production It’s the planning stage of any project. During this phase we will gather as much information as possible, put together proposals, conduct planning meetings and complete scripting. It encompasses anything up to the point in which we start production. One thing to note is that today there is a lot of crossover between pre-production and production timelines. Sometimes we may need to […]
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You don’t need a report to tell you that video is continuing to gain footing in our society. With what I like to call the perfect storm: Mobile + Social Media, video consumption via platforms like YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Vine is taking off. One of the questions we’ve regularly been asked by corporate clients is whether or not their videos will be welcome on some of these personal/social type platforms. We’ve always said YES, if you can make your story engaging. And now there’s some recent evidence to support our claim! According to a recent article by Unruly “forty percent of the 1,000 most shared Instagram videos last month came from brands.” That means if you create an engaging video – your audience will do the heavy lifting for you and market you by sharing your video with their network. With stats such as the above continually being released and some of the SEO benefits of video (i.e. Google preference for YouTube participation), every business regardless of size needs determine not if, but how it’s going to incorporate video production and video marketing into its overall marketing initiatives. Don’t be afraid to step into the digital playground. Your audience and future clients are out there and ready for you. Questions or Inquiries? Contact Biscardi Creative […]
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The second documentary in the Global Health Frontier Series, Dark Forest Black Fly aired Monday, September 9 on Georgia Public Broadcasting at 7:00pm EST. DARK FOREST, BLACK FLY describes how dedicated scientists and health workers have joined together to achieve remarkable success against river blindness on two continents. WHAT IS RIVER BLINDNESS? River blindness is caused by microscopic worms that migrate under the skin, leading to intense itching and eventual loss of sight. The disease is transmitted by small black flies that breed in fast-flowing rivers and streams. Millions were effected in Africa, the Middle East and South America for decades. Nearly 25 years ago researchers discovered a drug, ivermectin, that kills the worms, but the threat of its return still exists and there are areas that have yet to eradicate it. Learn more about the documentary and view trailer at http://cieloproductions.org/feature-films/dark-forest-black-fly The Global Health Frontier series is distributed by American Public Television nationally and Internationally. So if you aren’t in the State of Georgia stay tuned for upcoming air dates. An Interview with one of the Executive Producers: Walter Biscardi, Jr. Question: What is the documentary Dark Forest Black Fly (DFBF) about? Walter: The documentary looks at the efforts […]
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You have media production needs and we’re going to make it easier than ever to meet those needs. Media production packages created to suit just about any budget allowing you to simply request projects as you need them. It makes the entire process much easier and efficient for you! Here’s how it works. Right now when you need media services you have to go through the process of contacting us, we go through the concept development together, then budget proposal, then budget adjustment and then budget approval….. We have to go through this for each and every project. Look, we know this is a hassle, especially for smaller projects, and that probably prevents you from taking full advantage of what media services can bring to your business from public relations to training to marketing to safety to POS. But as we all know today’s marketing relies on consistent and relevant interaction with the customer. A video based marketing strategy should focus on consistent customer touch points as well. With the BCM Media Production Package, you simply select a budget number you’re comfortable with for a set amount of time, say 12 months, similar to a legal retainer. When […]
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