What are the most common technical issues when creating content for film production?

It's a no-brainer - invest in industry standard software. I use Final Draft to write my screenplays. It not only helps to avoid formatting issues, but it also speeds up your workflow considerably. It is well worth the investment.

Le budget étant le ''nerf de la guerre'', il est important de rester réaliste au moment de l'écriture. C'est parfois dans la simplicité et dans l'épuration que peuvent na?tre des chef d'oeuvres cinématographiques.

First understand the fundamentals is a must and minimum. The tools used in a script don't change, it's how you use them. Second understand who this script is for. Although the standard script format exists, there are certain nuance depending on the production.

Personally, I use a Screenwriter. FD is a very good platform, and while I've considered switching, SW is my go to choice. I suppose it's what you started with.

When it comes to image formats, social media is not always considered natively. When shooting, do you always think about how the image looks on YouTube and how it looks on LinkedIn/Instragram? Set the frame rate of the camera to 30 frames per second, because 99% of the content is viewed on computer monitors and they run at 60 hertz.

Savoir régler son appareil photo ou sa caméra vidéo c'est bien évidemment la base. Mais avant tout, c'est la lumière qui fera la majeure partie du travail. Savoir éclairer une scène sans que ?a ait l'air éclairé artificiellement, c'est de l'Art avec un grand A.

In my experience, it's most important to monitor your content. ALWAYS use headphones to check the quality of your audio. Use audio meters to check that the levels are proper. For video, use a large monitor (7" and larger) to check focus and to ensure that there isn't anything in frame that you don't want in there.

Use limiter effects when recording and exporting the video so that your sound is not overmodulated. Use 32-bit float recording devices and check the sound with headphones every time you shoot. Always make sure that the sound is also being recorded.

A lot of content is shot on the mobile phone. You want to invest in a compatible microphone. In its absence, you'll either get tacky audio, or a distorted face from going too close to the subject in a piece-to-camera, in order to get usable levels of audio. Wind is a major disruptor, and various inconsistent ambient noises, especially people speaking loudly nearby, are sure to make audio editing a major headache, unless you use an external microphone, whether gun or lapel/lavalier mic.

Read Walter Murch's book, "In the Blink of an Eye". This is a great resource for editors. Also, there is a rhythm to editing. Choose a piece of music that fits the mood, then use that pacing as a basis for your scene.

Some creators who produce films for social networks, for example, tend to forget about copyright and licensing. Although, sometimes, the rights' owner might decide not to take a legal action, you'll be always on the risk. It's essential to discuss the use with the original creator.

Common technical issues in film production often stem from a lack of structured storytelling: Many films suffer from foreseeable narratives that fail to surprise or engage the audience. Without proper structure, stories can feel incomplete or disjointed, leaving audiences unsatisfied. Relying on old, overused ideas leads to a lack of originality and innovation in storytelling. To stand out, focus on crafting well-structured content. This involves developing unique, cohesive plots and characters that captivate audiences. A strong narrative foundation elevates the production value, making the visual excellence on screen more impactful and meaningful. Remember, it's the story that resonates with viewers, not just the visual spectacle.

Faire du cinéma ou de la vidéo, c'est avant tout des relations humaines. Tant la relation avec le client ou celle avec les équipes de production. Le respect et l'écoute sont les deux facteurs principaux à ne jamais négliger.

Other technical snags can present themselves are with Union disputes, permit authorities, location regulations, weather changes or public events that can disrupt your shoot (demonstrations or celebrations etc) No matter how well you plan, you need to be ready for challenges that may cause you to change locations, reduce your crew, accommodate regulators or adjust your shooting schedule. Injury, illness and key players showing up late can cause a ripple effect that can jeopardize your shoot as well.

Two common issues: Raw footage storage and project organization 1.Each project can consume TBs of storage these days, the demands on hard drives and file organization are high, and a big and constant labor for upkeep. Very easy for project sizes and memory demand to get out of control. Consider the best methods and routines for your file organization. 2. Professional meetings need to make sure conditions are best for recording and documenting presentations, both for the meeting organizers and for the firms who may have media staff present to record for their organizations. Otherwise, it’s difficult for those presenters to use the low-quality meeting material post presentation for their own records and promotion.

Technical issues usually stem from one or more of the following- 1. Poor planning leads to a time-stressed crew. Stressed people make poor decisions and don't work well together. 2. Insufficient budget. Budgets are stretched by cutting corners. Specialist jobs are combined into multi-skilled one-person operations. When a brain is split between creative, social, and technical problems, something is sacrificed. Usually, the human qualities of listening, and empathising that are essential to trust, go first followed closely by decent sound recording. 3. Problems 1+2 result from starting with the wrong story. Remember, deliver one message as simply as possible. Make it within the scope of your budget.