The Filming with Josh Podcast

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan discusses a broad range of topics. The Rustic River DP kicks off the podcast by talking about what he's been up to in his video business before then diving into projects he's been working on recently, new retainer clients, how he's been doing more work with contractors, and why he's been fishing so much. Josh also briefly talks about some new Sony camera firmware updates as well as a new camera he's recently purchased. There's a lot to talk about in this episode, so if you are in the video industry and have been following us over the years, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan discusses seven new clauses he's recently added to his video contracts. Josh has previously made episodes about his contracts (see Ep. 16 for video contacts and Ep. 64 for video rights) and has also featured his attorney on the podcast where they talked all about contracts for video(see Ep. 67). But, in this new episode the Rustic River DP talks about his most recent additions to his contracts, why he added these new terms, and how they will help him moving forward. If you are in the video industry and are wanting additional tips for beefing up your contracts, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan gives his take on the current state of the video industry. Josh talks about how budgets and crew sizes are changing, along client expectations. The Rustic River DP also discusses how the barrier of entry for video has effected the industry as a whole before then giving his thoughts on the surge of AI. Josh then wraps up the podcast by discussing what you can do to survive this ever evolving industry if you're panning to stay in it for the long haul. Whether you're new to video or are just starting out, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan dives into the shocking news that Nikon has officially acquired RED. Josh starts the podcast off by giving his thoughts on RED as a company before diving into why Nikon may have purchased RED, what this means for both companies, and what this could do to the camera industry as a whole. This podcast is largely pure speculation, but does bring up some interesting thoughts on what could happen next. Whether you're a RED owner, a Nikon owner, or just someone who's interested in what's going on in the world of cinema cameras, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan welcomes Josh Haygood from Bandito Films. Josh is a multi-time Emmy award winning producer and cinematographer from New York who has been in the video business for 20 years. Josh currently works as an Executive Producer with Bandito Films and has an extensive background working with MTV amongst various other television shows, commercial video projects, professional photography and more. In this podcast, the two Josh's discuss Haygood's start to his career as a photographer for the UN before then diving into his time working at MTV. Josh then talks about current work before wrapping up with what camera equipment he runs today. Whether you're in the video business or are just someone who's interested in learning more about the industry, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan welcomes back Jerred Eversole from Deep Fork Productions. Jerred and Josh talk briefly about the world of freelancing in the outdoor industry before then diving into Jerred's brand new website, www.outdoorfreelancers.com. Outdoor Freelancers is a place where both freelancers and agencies can create profiles to get matched for video, photo, editing, or writing jobs specifically in the outdoor hunting and fishing industries. On this innovative new website, freelancers can showcase who they are, their equipment, their experience, and their day rates while agencies can create job postings along what the requirements are for that specific job. Jerred's goal is to make the process of hiring freelancers easy for both parties and in this episode he walks us through the entire website. So if you're a freelancer in the outdoor industry, or if you're someone who's looking for freelancers to hire, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan dives deep into the world of lavaliere microphones. Josh kicks off the podcast by discussing the major characteristics to look for when shopping for a lav mic before then breaking down the pros and cons of over a dozen professional lapels that are popular today. From SPL ratings and dynamic range to water resistant mics and more, the Rustic River DP covers it all in this information heavy podcast. So if you're in the market for a new lapel mic, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan interviews director Joshua Dixon. Joshua is originally from Forth Worth, Texas, but now owns and operates multiple video production companies in Thailand. Joshua recently directed his first feature film that launched globally on January 12, 2024, called Hellhound. In this episode, the two Joshes briefly talk about Dixon's career, how he ended up in Thailand, and the multiple companies he runs there before then diving into the making of Hellhound. Joshua talks about the script, the crew, the cast, some of the equipment they used, challenges they faced, and lessons he learned. If you want to get the most of out this podcast, be sure to watch Hellhound on Apple TV, Amazon Prime, or Vudu.

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan dives deep into 2023, discussing changes and improvements he made to himself, his family, and his business. Josh kicks off the podcast by talking about some of the tougher moments of 2023 and how that affected him throughout the year. He then dives into life changes or improvements that happened in 2023 before jumping into things he did to improve his network, lessons he learned, improvements in his work, and lastly, what equipment he bought throughout the year. 2024 starts today which means a New Year with new challenges and hopefully new ways to improve yourself personally and professionally. So if you're in the video business and are looking to hear one man's challenges and improvements from the past year, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan talks all about wireless audio gear. The Rustic River DP kicks off the episode by discussing the difference between UHF and 2.4 GHz systems before then diving into things to look for when purchasing a wireless kit. Josh also discusses rechargeable vs interchangeable batteries, body pack mics, plug-on transmitters, handheld mics, headset mics, aftermarket lapels, why you would want to buy different colored lapels, what frequency ranges to buy, and more. Buying into a wireless audio system can feel like a daunting task if you're not sure where to start, so if you're a videographer in need of some wireless gear, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan discusses why he sees value in sticking with one brand of camera for video work. Knowing how to operate a variety of cameras is important as you never know when you'll need to run a different brand of camera than you normally work with. But, sticking to one brand as an owner/operator can help you be a better shooter. In this episode, the Rustic River DP explains why. So if you're a camera owner/operator, this podcast is for you!

On episode 100 of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan discusses the importance of finding your lane. Determining your lane is an important step in running a successful video or photo business. Knowing where to focus your time and money in order to find your ideal client is an essential step in growing your career. In this episode, the Rustic River DP breaks down why. So if you're in the video or photo industry, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan breaks down two truths and a lie that have to do with having a career in video production. From the outside looking in, it's easy to have a perception about what you think it's like for people who make videos for a living. Some of those perceptions are true, some aren't. In episode 99, Josh presents two perceptions that he believes are true and one that he thinks is a misconception when it comes to having a career in video. If you're in the video industry, or even if you're someone who's just curious what it's like, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan walks you through how to shoot better interviews. From location scouting to sound, lighting, camera and lens choice, as well as how to work with talent, Josh covers everything you need to think about when it comes to filming interviews. Interviews are the backbone to many projects and learning how to shoot great interviews is important for a successful career in video. In this episode you'll gain a lot of insight into how Josh approaches his interview projects and how he decides where to film, how to film, what mics or lights to use, and more. So if you're a videographer, DP, or camera operator of any kind, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan talks all about dynamic range, what it is and whether or not it matters in video. In this podcast the Rustic River DP first explains how to set proper exposure using middle gray and IRE values before then diving into what a stop of light means. Josh next discusses how to use stops of light to measure dynamic range and what dynamic range really is before finally wrapping up with whether or not dynamic range matters in video production. This is a pretty informative podcast that will leave you understanding more about how you can better expose your images, so if you're a videographer, DP, or camera operator of any kind, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan discusses the newly announced Sony BURANO. In last week's episode, Josh and guest Kyle Bamberger discussed the BURANO and what they thought the camera would be. Josh follows up that podcast by breaking down the now announced BURANO, what it is, what it is priced, what all features it has, and who this camera is aimed at. If you're a DP who's in the market for a mid to high-end cinema camera, or if you're just a gear head who loves to talk shop, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan and guest Kyle Bamberger talk about five new pieces of camera gear that have recently been released or announced. Josh and Kyle start the podcast off by discussing two products that were released the day of recording this episode, the Formatt Hitech Bloom Gold diffusion filters and the GoPro Hero12 Black, before then diving into the Sony 16-35 2.8 GM II lens and the Cooke SP3 cinema lens set. The two DPs then end the podcast by discussing the upcoming Sony BURANO and what they expect to see in this new CineAlta cinema camera. This is a tech filled podcast, so if you're a camera operator and you love gear, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan discusses whether or not we are losing the art of storytelling. Josh talks about recent short film and movie projects he's watched and why he feels the stories in each are severely lacking. Josh then dives into why he thinks storytelling is starting to take a backseat to turn-and-burn projects before offering advice on how to change the narrative. If you're a storyteller who uses your camera in place of a book, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan talks about how to write a script for unscripted projects. Many people everyday create short films, docs, or even TV shows that are based on stories that haven't unfolded yet. Whether that be a film about a fishing trip to South America or a TV series about a baseball team and their chase for the postseason, there are stories everywhere being captured as they happen. But, how do you script for something like that, something that hasn't yet taken place? In this episode, Josh explains why it's important to write scripts for unscripted projects before then offering advice on how to do it. The Rustic River DP walks you through two hypothetical projects and explains how he would approach scripting them. From there, he ends the episode by explaining how he wished he would've had similar advice for some of the projects he produced in the past that could have been better than what they were. If you're a storyteller who likes telling stories that haven't yet unfolded, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan talks about making a highlight reel. Using his own reel as an example, Josh breaks down what it means to have a reel, how you should approach making one, how to design a reel that's more in line with a brand video, and how to decide what shots to use in your video reel. Josh uses his own recently released brand video to walk you through his entire creative process on how he designed it and what he hoped to accomplish with it, even going as far as to break down each line of the scripted interview. This in-depth podcast will help you think more deeply about how to approach your next video reel, so if you're a videographer, DP, editor or anything of the sort, this podcast is for you!

“It is very rare that I love a camera so much that I only have one negative thing to say about it, and that is the FX3.” - On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan gives a real world review on the Sony FX3 after using his on numerous projects as both a B-cam and an A-cam. Josh starts the podcast off by discussing his journey to the Sony A7S line, what made the A7SIII so good, and how he ended up with an FX3 before then getting into the specifics of what makes the FX3 such a great overall camera. Josh also talks about how he uses his FX3 as well as how he believes it compares to the A7SIII, FX6 and Sony A1. If you're a videographer or DP who's been interested in picking up a Sony FX3, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan discuses what you can do to help attract high-end clientele. Josh kicks off the episode by telling you what high-end clients are not looking for before jumping in to four characteristics they are looking for. If you are in the video business and are looking for ways to attract higher paying clients, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan gives advice on how to judge a camera. The Rustic River DP talks about resources you can use to compare measurable characteristics of a camera, whether or not you can trust YouTube reviews, what it means to invest into a camera ecosystem, and more. If you are interested in a camera, but aren't quite sure how good it is, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan talks about the Fujifilm X100V and why he recently added one to his camera arsenal. If you follow Josh, you know he's a longtime Sony shooter who's deeply invested in Sony gear. While that hasn't changed, he did finally add another brand of camera to his kit and in this episode he explains why. If you're a photographer of any kind, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan welcomes Amanda Campbell from Amanda Campbell Visuals. Josh and Amanda have worked together previously on some projects which they touch on briefly in this podcast before then diving into Amanda's time studying film at Stephen F. Austin State University. The two touch on what Amanda learned at film school, how it's benefited her in her career, and whether or not she recommends it for aspiring filmmakers. Rabbits were also chased as the duo dive into other topics, such as editing software, cameras, and more. If you're an aspiring DP, grip, camera operator or anything of the sort, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan welcomes Michael Racis from Blueprint Brand Advisors. Michael is a brand and marketing strategist with a diverse background in marketing and advertising. Michael and Josh have previously partnered on numerous video and photo projects, working with AEC firms to create marketing content for both B2B and employer branding efforts. In this podcast Michael and Josh dive into the topic of video marketing, why it is essential for businesses, how you measure the success of a video project, whether or not videos should be scripted, how to develop a video marketing strategy, and more.

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan does an updated version of Ep. 11 - How to Price Your Video Work. Since that episode aired several years ago, Josh felt it was time to remake it with some additional advice on how you can go about pricing your video work. Pricing your work doesn't have to be complicated. All you need is some basic building blocks to act as your pricing foundation. Once you have that, you can price any project of any size. Listen in as Josh gives you insight to his own pricing strategy and how you can implement those tactics when it comes to pricing your work.

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan breaks down a project he recently shot for the Alpha Xi Delta sorority at Texas State University. Josh walks you through the project, how they came up with the concept, what gear he used, and what the overall goal was. From there Josh walks you through each and every scene of the project, what the vision for each scene was and how he approached shooting it. If you're into video and want to see a breakdown of a real world project, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan asks the question, why do people only care about gear? If you look around the internet at various Facebook groups or YouTube channels, you'll see a lot of conversation that has to do with video gear, but very little that has to do with strategy or technique. Josh poses the question “Why?” before diving into what really matters when it comes to creating a quality video. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned vet, if you're in the video creation world, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan welcomes longtime outdoor industry professionals Jason Miller and John Brown. Josh kicks off the podcast by introducing Jason and John, asking them about their backgrounds and their 25+ year careers producing television shows in the outdoor industry. The three then dive into a conversation about whether or not you can still make a career filming or editing in the outdoor industry, and if so, how. This podcast is one of our longer episodes and is full of insight from behind the veil that is the outdoor television industry. If you're a videographer or editor who's interested in making a career in the outdoor space, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan talks about why he doesn't charge gear rental fees. If you've been in the video world for any amount of time, you might have heard of a pricing strategy that involves charging rental fees for the gear you bring to a shoot. In this episode, Josh breaks down his pricing strategy and why he doesn't use the gear rental method for pricing video work for his clients. Whether you're new to video production or are a seasoned vet looking for thoughts on whether or not to charge a line item for your gear, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan talks about why you should trademark your business name. Getting a trademark isn't all that complicated or expensive and if you take the time to do it, it will give you longterm protection over your name and brand. Not taking the time to get a trademark could eventually be detrimental to your business and in this episode Josh gives you two real world examples of businesses who infringed on his trademark and what steps he took to defend it. If you're in any business of any kind, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan talks all about timecode, genlock and wordclock. Timecode and how you generate it can be a complicated subject to learn on your own. Josh breaks it down to be as simple as possible so that everyone can understand what timecode is, how you can generate it, and why you would want to use it in your everyday work. The Rustic River DP then walks you through clock speed drift and why genlock and wordclock exist to prevent drift from happening. This is a very technical, but informative podcast that will help you walk away knowing what timecode is and why it's useful on set. So if you're in the video world in any capacity, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan talks about how to give good direction. In today's video world where people are shooting entire videos either by themselves or with skeleton crews, it's easy to forget that one of the roles you're likely taking on is that of a director. Knowing how to direct clients, talent and crew is an essential key to delivering a quality product. The Rustic River DP discusses the importance of giving good direction before walking you through four steps you can take to be a better director in your next video project. If you often find yourself on projects where you're working alone or are hiring a small crew, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan discusses video cameras you should buy or avoid in 2023. The Rustic River Media DP walks you through the various brands from Sony and Canon to RED, Blackmagic, Panasonic, Nikon and even Fujifilm and gives advice on various brands or models you should consider or not consider buying this year. Whether you're looking to buy your first camera or are a seasoned vet who's considering an upgrade, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan talks about why gear matters. We've all heard the old adage “It's the Indian, not the bow” and while that's true to an extent, the bow does matter. Josh starts off the podcast by talking about a recent experience where a camera monitor negatively effected the shoot he was gripping and how switching that monitor out for a better one saved the project. The Rustic River DP then dives into other examples of where gear can make a difference in your work. Everyone wants to save money where they can, but the reality is there's a reason why some expensive gear exists and buying those tools over cheaper ones can have a major impact on the quality of your work. So if you're a videographer, DP, or similar, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan welcomes Jerred Eversole of Deep Fork Productions out of Stroud, Oklahoma. Jerred is a video producer who primarily works in the hunting and fishing industries with a lot of outdoor television experience under his belt. Jerred and Josh start the episode off by catching up with what all Jerred's been up to before then diving into the topic of how to market yourself at trade shows. Both Jerred and Josh have spent time over the years attending outdoor trade shows such as ATA, DSC, SCI, SHOT and ICAST. As such, Josh asks Jerred how he approaches attending these shows both as a vendor and as an attendee and what his overall goal is when he travels to these shows. From media kits and elevator pitches to how to approach vendors in hopes of getting their business, Jerred and Josh talk about it all. And if you're not in the outdoor industry, don't worry as everything that's talked about here is applicable to virtually any industry trade show. So if you're someone in the video business who's looking for ways to make contacts at trade shows, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan welcomes Aaron Morgan of ICT Creative out of Wichita, Kansas. Aaron is a full time DP who started his career in the outdoor television space, but is currently transitioning to the commercial and doc world. Aaron and Josh discuss Aaron's background, his work in outdoor TV, what made him want to transition into commercial/doc work, and a quick summary of the equipment he's running. This podcast is full of information for those interested in making a similar transition as well as briefly touching on topics such as color, light, how outdoor TV is shot and more. Whether you're a novice videographer or a full time DP who's simply looking for some inspiration from someone else's journey, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan talks all about color. From picture profiles to color grading, Josh breaks down his thoughts on color as well as how to have a proper color managed workflow. The Rustic River DP also takes time to demystify both log and raw and when you should incorporate those formats into your work. Whether you're a novice videographer or a full time DP who's simply looking for some tips on color, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan welcomes back Kyle Bamberger from Modern Legacy to chat about what happened in their video businesses in 2022 and what they are both looking to accomplish in 2023. The two DPs kick off the podcast by discussing their favorite projects, favorite gear purchases, and what three lessons they each learned in 2022. From there, Josh and Kyle go on to discuss what business goals they have for 2023, what equipment they would like to buy, and what things they plan to learn this year. This podcast episode is full of gear talk, business growth, lessons learned, and more. So if you're in the video business, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan breaks down all of the reasons why he's switching to DaVinci Resolve in 2023. With a background in Premiere that spans over a decade, Josh knows that switching programs for his main NLE is no easy task, but after battling Adobe year after year, the Rustic River DP has finally caved. Josh starts the podcast by walking you through his past editing workflows, the changes he made throughout his career as an editor, and how all of that lead to his decision to finally move exclusively to Resolve. Whether you're a pro, a semi-pro, or even just a beginning editor, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan chats about all the things he's been up to lately. Josh kicks the episode off by talking about some of the projects he's been working on lately before then diving into what gear he's picked up recently. From there Josh wraps the episode by talking about some things he's learned lately about his video work. Whether you're a DP, an aspiring camera op, or even a hobbyist, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan tells the story of the worst client he's ever had. In over a decade of producing videos, Josh has ran into all kinds of clients and most of them have been great to work with. But every once in a while in this line of business, you're bound to run into a bad apple. In this podcast Josh will take you back to 2016 where he ran into the worst client of his career to date. If you're in the video business and are in need of a good story while rendering out a project, then this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan talks all about matte boxes and filters. Josh begins the conversation by explaining what a matte box does before then diving into different styles and brands of matte boxes. He then concludes the podcast by discussing what matte boxes he has and what all filters he owns for his matte boxes. If you've ever been matte box or filter curious, then this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan welcomes Justin Blount, a professor of Business Law at Stephen F. Austin State University and a licensed attorney in the states of Texas and Oklahoma. Justin and Josh start by discussing the importance of video production contracts before diving into topics such as video rights, film permits, video release forms, LLCs, what makes a contract binding, and so much more. This is an information heavy podcast that covers many questions that are commonly asked in the video community. Whether you own a sizable video production company or are just doing freelance work, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan gives his thoughts on the overarching problem with Canon. As a Sony shooter, it might be easy to think that Josh is biased, but in this detailed podcast Josh explains what he thinks Canon is doing wrong and why he and many others don't work with their cameras at this time. Whether you're a Canon fan or not, this podcast is worth a listen to help understand some of the mistakes Canon is making within their camera division. No matter if you're a DP, a freelance videographer, or are just a hobbyist, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan discusses his entire editing system. From his new M1 Max MacBook Pro to his RAID drives, field drives, storage drives, docking stations and more, Josh breaks down his entire system and how he uses it for storing, transferring and editing projects. Whether you're building a new editing system for work or are simply looking for ideas on how to tweak your process, if you edit, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan talks about video rights and who owns the content. Video rights can be a touchy subject, especially for customers, so in this episode Josh provides insight on how he structures the rights, who owns what, and why. Whether you're new to video or you're just looking for clarification on how you've been handing video rights, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan provides tips to business owners who are looking to hire a video production company for a project. Josh discusses what to look for in a video production business, what questions you should ask, and what things you should know going in to help you make the most educated decision possible. Whether you're a company in need of video, or if you yourself work in video, both parties can learn from this episode. So if you're a videographer or someone who's in need of a video, this podcast is for you!

On this episode of The Filming with Josh Podcast, host Joshua Milligan explains why he recently sold his Sony A7SIII camera. The A7SIII when it debuted in 2020 was an incredible addition to the Sony mirrorless line and quickly found its way in Josh's kit as an all-around B-cam to the Sony FX6. But, after a little over a year and a half of using his A7SIII, Josh decided to sell it. In this episode, Josh explains why as well as what camera he replaced it with. So if you're a videographer or DP who's interested in the Sony system, then this podcast is for you!