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Essential Video Journalism Field Manual in Final Edit

WASHINGTON, DC, 4 December 2012 — Here’s the latest version of my “Essential Video Journalism Field Manual,” which we’ll be using for this week’s workshop. This new version measures 7X10 inches, making it an ideal companion in your backpack every time you head out to the field. After final revisions this week, my colleague Bruce […]

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“Through Their Eyes,” the Trailer

WASHINGTON, DC, 19 November 2012 — This is the trailer of our upcoming film, “Through Their Eyes,” about six American University students who studied in Cuba during fall semester 2011. You can watch it HERE. We get to know this diverse group of students as they explore Cuba. Each changes in subtle but profound ways […]

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16 Days Left to SAVE $100 on Video Journalism Workshop

WASHINGTON, DC, 17 November 2012 — Just 16 days left to SAVE $100 on Video Journalism Workshop With Bill Gentile. See http://videojournalismworkshops.com and use Promo Code BGENTILE today.  

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Answers to Questions Regarding “Using a Tripod” Video

WASHINGTON, DC, 17 November 2012 — I’ve received a number of questions regarding the kind of tripod that I use in my recent blog post, “Essential Video Journalism Tutorial, ‘Using a Tripod’.” You can see that video HERE. So here are the specific models and the urls for ordering them at B&H Photo/Video in New […]

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AU Abroad Students on Photo Expedition in Havana, Cuba

HAVANA, Cuba, 3 November 2012 — AU Abroad student Robyn Schowengerdt takes aim with a new Sony Alpha 77 camera on the way to a photo expedition in Old Havana. Sony loaned 15 of the cameras to American University’s School of Communication because of its Backpack Journalism Project, which I launched two years ago. (Photos […]

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Essential Video Journalism Tutorial, “What’s In Your Backpack?”

WASHINGTON, DC, 29 October 2012 — Here’s my most recent “Essential Video Journalism Tutorial by Bill Gentile.” It’s titled, “What’s In Your Backpack?” You can watch it HERE. Although my focus is visual storytelling, equipment and the proper use of equipment are important components of our craft. I’m not a “gear head,” but if you […]

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