I’m a writer/director/producer at Custom Productions, Inc. in Los Angeles with credits including a feature film, multiple TV series, music videos, web series and over 250 commercials. My book "How to Shoot Video that Doesn’t Suck" is the world's best-selling how-to video book. It's published by Workman Publishing and available in 9 languages. It’s not technical—it doesn’t matter whether you’re shooting HD, 8k or iPhone-- It’s about how to shoot video that’s entertaining, effective—and that actually gets watched
Breaking into Screenwriting with an Abstract Film?
Can a nature video tell a story?
Should I worry About Color Grading?
Making Great Choices in Video
Four Casting Tips for When the Pickings are Slim
Document vs. Documentary
Finding the Hero of Your Story
Introducing How to Shoot Video that Doesn't Suck: The Video Course
Best Way To Learn Video: Play With Your Toys
Perfect Holiday Video in 10 Easy Steps
5 Killer Halloween Video Tips
Can I have a career in film without moving?
Stop Shooting "B-Roll"
Five Easy Ways to Shoot Better Thanksgiving Video
Help! I Need an On-Set Checklist!
Do I have to Watch Movies to Learn Video?
Single Camera vs. Multi-Camera for a New Director
Getting from Idea to Documentary
I Want a Film Career. My Parents say No.
The Dreaded Video Committee
Shooting like the Pros
Why You Were Disappointed in "Wonder Woman 1984"
How do I make it as a Hollywood Screenwriter?
How to Do a Zoom Meeting that Doesn't Suck
Can you actually make a great screencast?
Do I Need to Know the Act Breaks in a Movie?
Don't Start Your Video Marketing Conversation with SEO
Adding a Story After the Shoot
Teaching Video: Summer Stars Foundation
There are No Fish in "The Abyss"
Shooting Ratio: How Much is Enough Footage?
Better Call Saul: The Devil is in the Details
Telling the Truth with Testimonials
Why Making Video "Ask for the Order" Doesn't Work
Toy Story: Learning to Use Video Tools
Learning from Mediocre Video
The Curse of the Inactive Hero: Lessons from "Ant-Man and the Wasp"
Tricks to Storify Your Travel Video
Free Resources For Subscribers
Free Excerpt From The Book
Check out a free excerpt from my best-selling book “How to Shoot Video That Doesn’t Suck.”
Five Hour Video Bootcamp
If you’re a teacher or trainer who wants their students doing better video, this 5-hour lesson plan will level up any group’s video talents.
Quick Start Guide
Whether you’re new to video or need a quick refresher, these 12 easy tips will take the suck out of your video.
