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Guides, behind-the-scenes stories and ideas on festival, event and brand video production.

Crowd and stage lights at 808 Festival, filmed by AKA Motions
Festival & Events

How to plan a festival aftermovie that people actually rewatch

An aftermovie is next year's ticket campaign. Here's how organisers can brief, schedule and set up a shoot so the film captures the night the way it felt.

Kyvo Vol. 2 event photography by AKA Motions
Planning Guides

How much does event videography cost? What actually affects the price

There's no single price for event videography. Here are the factors that shape a quote, so you can compare offers fairly and brief your videographer properly.

Leonardo DRS corporate photography by AKA Motions
Brand & Commercial

Brand film vs commercial: which one does your business need?

They're both video, but they solve different problems. A quick guide to choosing between a brand film and a commercial, and briefing each one well.

Bennicky live set, event photography by AKA Motions
Behind the Scenes

What goes into a 60-second highlight reel delivered in 48 hours

The night ends, the crowd goes home, and the clock starts. Here's what happens between the last song and a 60-second highlight reel two days later.

Tokyo in Anamorphic, commercial video by AKA Motions
Gear & Craft

Why anamorphic lenses make video look so cinematic

Wide frames, stretched flares and soft oval highlights. Here's what anamorphic lenses actually do, and when they're the right choice for your project.

AKA Motions support crew on location
Planning Guides

8 questions to ask before hiring a videographer

Before you book anyone, ask these eight questions. They'll tell you whether a videographer is the right fit, and save you from surprises later.

Junior and Justin, founders of AKA Motions, on stage before a show
Studio News

Introducing the AKA Motions blog

Guides for event organisers and brands, behind-the-scenes stories from our shoots, and the craft behind the films. Here's what to expect.

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