In this compact, hands-on book, highly regarded DV professional Lisa Rysinger explores the fundamental concepts of digital video technology.  Exploring Digital Video provides a comprehensive and highly practical grasp of the art and techniques of DV technology.

Comprehensive coverage explores must-know topics ranging from how to configure a digital computer editing station and how to resize photographs for digital video to how to connect DV equipment.  Readers learn how to incorporate titles, graphics, and audio into their digital videos and get an insider’s advice on evaluating and purchasing digital cameras and equipment and of what it means to be a successful DV professional today.

• Introduces and clearly explains the fundamental principles of digital video, independent of technology platform and software program.
• Defines and examines all key concepts and processes—from pre-production techniques like scriptwriting and storyboards to production procedures including bluescreen and lighting.
• Profiles of DV professionals at work provide hands-on insight into the diverse roles and challenges of today’s digital video pro.
• Back-of-book DVD features video tutorials to visually explain complex concepts and techniques—plus trial versions of DV software, product information, special offers, and much more.
• Full-color insert showcases digital video technology in action.
• Features a range of tools useful to the DV student and professional, including an extensive glossary of DV terminology, a troubleshooting guide for common problems, a product guide listing DV hardware and software, and a resource guide with contact information for groups, organizations, Web sites, training, and more!