REFERENCE LIBRARY
This is a selection of links to other sites that provide useful information or software to the media industry. Please report any outdated links here.
Web Forums
creativecow.net - The peer-to-peer support community for media production professionals. This site offers a huge range of hardware and software forums with many expert contributors, as well as reviews, industry news and tutorials.
Avid Forums - All things Avid.
| UK Broadcasters technical specifications (last update 09/01/2011) | |
| BBC | BBC Guidelines Page |
| ITV | ITV Tech Spec PDF |
| Channel 4 | C4 Full Technical Requirements |
| Five | Five Business Affairs Documentation |
| Sky | Sky Tech Spec DOC |
Essential Software
Listed here are some software tools that we have found essential.
MPEGStreamclip - A brilliant free converter for both Mac and PC. Perfect for ripping archive DVDs into Quicktime for use in the edit. Lots of options and tweaks, simple interface and workflow.Perian- A free, open source QuickTime component that adds native support for many popular video formats.
Telestream Flip4Mac - Flip4Mac WMV Components allow you to import, export and play Windows Media video and audio files on your Mac. Flip4Mac WMV plug-ins can be used with most QuickTime based applications, including QuickTime Player, iMovie '06, Final Cut Pro and more.
Sound Effects
The Freesound Project is a collaborative database of Creative Commons licensed sounds.
Voice Coaching
Resonance Voice Training is a company which provides excellent vocal coaching.