Almost any guide to video prompting for Generative AI will tell you to describe camera motion using “cinematic prompts”. But what are these terms, and what do they mean? Here my ten top prompts: 1 Static Shot / Locked Off Shot / Immobilised shot 2. Pan / Panning Shot / Whip Pan (Swish Pan) 3Continue reading “Cinematic Camera Movement Terms for AI Video Prompting”
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AI Bots Fail To Reflect Diversity in Modern Britain: Study
This study shows that generative AI produces sexist and racist stereotypes rather than reflecting the modern world.
Democratising Filmmaking: The Rise of Generative AI and Text-to-Video Bots
A new wave of generative AI is about to revolutionise and possibly democratise media production, a conference heard. Bots like Midjourney – which create pictures from text prompts – are being used by an increasing number of production companies. But the Media Production and Technology Show was buzzing with discussion of the coming wave ofContinue reading “Democratising Filmmaking: The Rise of Generative AI and Text-to-Video Bots”
Sexy Nurses And Serious White Doctors – AI Content Creation in 2024
Nurses are sexy, doctors are male, and women are young and beautiful. Welcome to the world of AI content generation in 2024. It’s not exactly breaking news that AI can reinforce prejudices already out there in society. What surprised me was now unresponsive it is when you attempt to get it out of these badContinue reading “Sexy Nurses And Serious White Doctors – AI Content Creation in 2024”
Why should you vlog?
Vlogging is a quick, simple and cheap way to connect. We all know that the best way to communicate is sitting in a room where you can actively persuade people, answer their questions and just get to know them. But you have other things to do! Vlogging takes this principle and puts it online. YouContinue reading “Why should you vlog?”
Vlogging for Business – some simple resources for getting started
Vlogging is a cheap and easy way to take advantage of the huge benefits of video marketing. Video content helps your website and social media feeds get seen – because the algorithms that run the internet love video. But it also allows you to show potential clients your personality, and do demonstrate your expertise. YouContinue reading “Vlogging for Business – some simple resources for getting started”
Is it safe to film during the Covid-19 Pandemic?
Businesses across the country have found innovative ways to keep working safely through the coronavirus crisis – none more so than the film and TV industries. The fact that dramas are shooting at all during the Covi-19 pandemic is remarkable – let’s face it, social distancing would get in the way of any romantic storyline!Continue reading “Is it safe to film during the Covid-19 Pandemic?”
How to sparkle in a video presentation!
Your business advisor, the media, everyone you ask tells you the same thing. Market yourself on video! Easy eh … Well … possibly not! You might have tried, hated the results and given up. But don’t be disheartened. Remember. TV presenters get a lot of help to look that good! There’s one other thing. ThatContinue reading “How to sparkle in a video presentation!”
The Lockdown Startup – A Business Story
Finally. I did it. I stepped down from a long, successful career with the BBC. All ready to set up on my own. It was a dream years in the making. To offer my skills as a film-maker to Welsh businesses, voluntary organisations and the public sector. Yes – I was giving up a wellContinue reading “The Lockdown Startup – A Business Story”
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