Hey all, Madeline here once again with another entry in The Movie Minute: This time on the primary product that I work on here at Poor Bear: short-form content, also known as “reels”. With the rise of social media and online content creators, especially on platforms like Instagram and TikTok, short-form content has become an…
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Hey everyone, Madeline from Poor Bear here, back again with another entry in The Movie Minute! Frame rates, frame rates, frame rates! Everything we see on a screen from movies to video games and sports, is shown as a series of frames, or still images, that are displayed rapidly in succession to give the illusion…
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Hey all, Madeline here. This article will be the first in The Movie Minute with Madeline, a series of recurring articles about movies and filmmaking! As filmmakers and storytellers, we often get asked about why and how we are able to use the art of filmmaking to tell amazing stories. So, why not start this…
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As a dynamic video company dedicated to creating captivating narratives for businesses, nonprofit organizations, and social media campaigns, we understand every element’s pivotal role in engaging audiences and conveying powerful messages. Among these elements, music and sound are indispensable tools for enhancing the impact and resonance of visual storytelling. Creating Emotional Resonance Connecting with audiences…
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Greetings all, Madeline here. It’s been around half a year since starting off at Poor Bear, and many interesting things have been going on since then, including a transition to full-time status. Of course, I’ve been producing reels for the various clients we work with, in addition to also helping out with a music video…
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Each year on April 30, we are honored to celebrate our Nation’s military children! Over 1.2 Billion military children serve behind their Active Duty, National Guard, or Reserve parent(s). At Poor Bear Stories, not only do we honor these children, but we also represent these children. Creative Director and Owner, Jacob Centeno; Senior Editor, Robert…
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Welcome back to 2022! Taylor and I poured our hearts and souls into crafting the 2022 Special Operations Experience, a remarkable program/event for the Donovan & Bank Foundation—a charity devoted to special operators. Their mission is profound: to guide these warriors toward a life of peace, contentment, and balance by bringing closure to their extraordinary…
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In the world of video production, unexpected challenges can arise at any moment, putting even the most meticulously planned projects to the test. Such was the case with our latest Iron Butterfly project, where a major interview was nearly derailed due to audio issues.Navigating through post-production, our team encountered a daunting obstacle: the audio tracks…
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In video production, the impact of editing choices on viewer engagement is undeniable. Whether creating storytelling projects or marketing videos, each cut, transition, and effect is crucial in capturing and retaining the audience’s attention. Editing, in essence, is the invisible hand that guides the narrative flow. The pace, rhythm, and sequencing of shots determine the…
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At Poor Bear Stories, we’re all about maximizing your storytelling impact while minimizing your budgetary strain. In a recent conversation with Jhoel Flores, our esteemed marketing guru, and short-form media producer, we delved into some ambitious goals for the year ahead. Let’s see how we managed to keep our budget lean and efficient in 2023,…
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