Welcome to Media Tech Podcast Bonus Episode with host Billy Newman.
Episode Overview
Billy Newman troubleshoot audio equipment issues while discussing the challenge of self-monitoring versus natural speaking volume when recording. They also examine a bulky, unbranded military-style phone case and cheap generic headphones, noting how easily low-quality gear can fail.
Timeline & Chapters
[00:00] Introduction & Show Overview
[00:14] Mastering Mic Technique & Gear Hacks
[05:55] Station Break & Musical Interlude
[06:40] Editing Horizontal Video for IGTV
[10:22] Mid-Show Transition
[10:50] The Video Data Deluge
[12:45] Outro & Credits
In This Episode
- Mastering Mic Technique & Gear Hacks: Billy Newman troubleshoot audio equipment issues while discussing the challenge of self-monitoring versus natural speaking volume when recording. They also examine a bulky, unbranded military-style phone case and cheap generic headphones, noting how easily low-quality gear can fail.
- Editing Horizontal Video for IGTV: The host demonstrates how to adapt horizontal footage for Instagram’s new vertical-first format by creating a custom project in Final Cut Pro. He explains that users must manually transform and pan-and-scan their clips to reframe the subject matter, effectively choosing which parts of the original wide shot fit best within the narrow vertical frame.
- The Video Data Deluge: The speaker reflects on the massive increase in personal high-resolution video creation compared to a decade ago. He notes that while everyone is generating rich visual content daily, someone has to manage and edit all of it.
Connect & Support
Host: Billy Newman
Website: billynewmanphoto.com
Support & Funding: If you enjoy this podcast and want to support continued independent production, visit wnp-pay.web.app.