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Jul 08, 2020
We tend to get the same questions over and over again in our customer service ticketing system. Everyone wants to know what the fastest way to accomplish a job is and how they can improve their workflow. There are so many factors involved it’s hard to know where to begin! But there does seem to […]
READ MORENAB: A Look Back, Part 4. The 2010s
Apr 01, 2020
by Dan Montgomery, President of Imagine Products, Inc Here it is! The last decade of our look back at NAB. The 2010s were an exciting time for Imagine Products. Our current crew was all hired this decade. In fact, many have been here for almost the entire decade. As we continue to adapt to the […]
READ MORENAB: A Look Back, Part 3. The 2000s
Mar 26, 2020
by Dan Montgomery, President of Imagine Products, Inc. We are on day 2 of our stay at home order in Indiana but the company itself has been ‘WFH” since March 16th. Although the meaning of “business as usual” has changed, we are still working hard to bring you new workflow solutions. We are also continuing […]
READ MORENAB: A Look Back, Part 2. The 90s
Mar 23, 2020
by Dan Montgomery, President of Imagine Products, Inc. It’s hard to imagine just one week ago NAB 2020 was officially canceled. For many of us that seems like a lifetime away. From everyone here at Imagine we hope you and yours are staying safe and healthy. Like many of you we are encouraged if not […]
READ MOREChecksums and Verification Part 4: What is MHL?
Mar 18, 2020
MHL or Media Hash List is a verification tool. It ensures that files have been moved or transferred in their entirety and without modification. MHL relies on the common checksum algorithms xxHash, MD5, C4 and SHA-1. It is a list or inventory of the contents in a folder. According to mediahashlist.org, “MHL is an XML […]
READ MOREMar 16, 2020
by Dan Montgomery, President of Imagine Products, Inc. While preparing for the NAB Show this year it occurred to me that this would be my 30th year attending and exhibiting. The developments of the Coronavirus have obviously rocked the world causing life as we know it to change not only day-by-day, but hour-by-hour in some […]
READ MOREImagine Products Will NOT Attend NAB 2020
Mar 10, 2020
It is with great disappointment that Imagine Products has decided to NOT attend the 2020 NAB Show. This is due to growing concerns over the spread of the coronavirus. We must prioritize the health of our employees, product evangelists, customers and partners this April. We will truly miss the wonderful opportunities to see friends and […]
READ MOREFeb 24, 2020
A new year brings reflection and anticipation for the future of the Media and Entertainment industry. Competition is heating up in Video on Demand (VOD) offerings. That’s great news for our industry and content creators in general as demand has never been higher. It is no surprise that Hulu and Amazon Prime are starting to […]
READ MOREScreenAfrica: On set with DIT Tanika Wessels.
Jan 24, 2020
This article was originally posted on ScreenAfrica; January 20, 2020. The role of Digital Imaging Technician (DIT) is integral to any production. With a job scope that encompasses far more than simply ‘data wrangling’. It is the DIT’s responsibility to ensure that everything that is captured on set arrives on the editor’s desk both intact and […]
READ MOREWhat are common questions about ShotPut Pro?
Nov 21, 2019
Is there a ShotPut Pro trial? Yes! All of our products offer a full feature, trial version. They can each be found on the individual product pages. Select the “download demo” button in the middle. Here is a link for the Mac version of ShotPut Pro and the Windows version of ShotPut Pro. You must […]
READ MOREWhat are the new features in the PrimeTranscoder?
Oct 30, 2019
PrimeTranscoder, often referred to as the swiss army knife of transcoding apps, receives a major update! One of the top new features for the app includes operating system and camera format compatibilities. Read more about the Catalina release here. PrimeTranscoder has always included the option to utilize the GPU for faster transcoding. Now users have […]
READ MOREHow does ShotPut Pro integrate with Frame.io?
Oct 23, 2019
The most recent release of ShotPut Pro has integrated with the popular cloud-based collaboration platform Frame.io. “Imagine Products’ integration with Frame.io expands options for collaboration. Offering transcoding and uploading as part of the camera offload process streamlines the workflow. It offers immediate remote access to time sensitive media. This includes those shooting RAW formats,” said […]
READ MOREHow Did Cris Blythe End Up in East Africa with PreRoll Post?
Oct 17, 2019
#tbt To that time we had an awesome piece written about a super important organization helping people. This article was originally posted on the Studio Daily site on February 23, 2018. GoodMakers Films is a production company with a mission. Leveraging the storytelling chops of co-founders Tilo Ponder and Cris Blyth. GoodMakers aims to bring […]
READ MOREOct 16, 2019
Adventures Abound in Amsterdam The International Broadcast Convention is the largest European trade show in the Media and Entertainment Industry. It always showcases some truly exciting new tech. We are always honored and humbled when people stop by to talk to our workflow experts. This year we found time to do a little sightseeing as […]
READ MOREPreRoll Post for Windows Update
Sep 09, 2019
PreRoll Post Windows 2019 is now available. Our LFTS/LTO archival application has been completely overhauled. Here’s a look at what’s new! Interface Simple mode is exactly what it sounds like… a simpler archiving process. Drag and drop files, folders or volumes into the top section. Then choose your destination, like an LTO tape or hard […]
READ MOREHow Dreamflight Captures Once in a Lifetime Memories
Sep 04, 2019
What is Dreamflight? Dreamflight is a UK based charity that takes flight once a year to jettison children ages 8 to 14 suffering from illness or disability to the Happiest Place on Earth – Disney World. Accompanying them are volunteer videographers and camera crews that capture the once-in-a-lifetime trip. Then create a 90 – minute […]
READ MOREAfrican Mining with ShotPut Pro
Aug 26, 2019
Allow me to start this writing with two gentle disclaimers: I’m unable to disclose my name and location to protect myself and other shareholders. I wasn’t paid to write this but I did recieve a rental version of ShotPut Pro I’m a documentary cinematographer and producer. You can call me Derek. As I write this, […]
READ MOREAug 14, 2019
We always look for a good cause to get behind. We know how fortunate we are and like to pay it forward. Recently, Dan was invited to play in a memorial golf tournament for Angelia Duvall and the Susan G Komen Foundation. So Dan got his golf clubs out and Michelle tagged along to volunteer! […]
READ MORETrueCheck, the File Analysis App
Aug 13, 2019
The long awaited file analysis app, TrueCheck is now available!! This app was created from multiple features requests from YOU, our loyal users and an older comparison app called ShotSum. This one of a kind app is a vital tool for anyone who works with large amounts of files in the media and entertainment industry. […]
READ MOREHow do I choose the right license option?
Aug 07, 2019
Need some help deciding what kind of license is best for you? No problem, we are here to help! First let’s cover the different kinds of licenses we offer: Perpetual Perpetual licensing means that you only ever pay once for the base license. A perpetual license also comes with a 12 month update plan, […]
READ MORENASA and Imagine Products, 28 Year Old Roots
Jul 25, 2019
The 50th anniversary of the moon landing has been in the news recently. It has given me cause to remember some of our company’s contributions to the space program and interactions with NASA. NASA Langley was one of our very first customers! Imagine Products, Inc. was founded in 1991. At our first NAB in Las […]
READ MOREJul 09, 2019
At this point it’s fair to compare ShotPut Pro to a fine wine or a good cheese… it just keeps getting better and better with age! After 10 years we’ve really nailed the offloading media application and this latest installment proves it. ShotPut Pro Windows 2019 is bigger and better than ever. It’s the biggest […]
READ MOREDigital Buzz interview with Dan Montgomery
May 27, 2019
Dan Montgomery, President of Imagine Products, sat down with Larry Jordan at NAB 2019 to discuss the M&E market and the exciting new products and features expected from Imagine this year. Larry: First tell us what Imagine Products does. Dan: Imagine Products has been around quite a while. This is my 28th NAB! L: Are […]
READ MOREImagine Products NAB 2019 Chat with District Digital Creatives
May 23, 2019
At NAB 2019 Imagine Products found themselves lucky enough to have George Kennedy with District Digital Creatives in the booth. Michelle Maddox chatted with him about cloud, TrueCheck and the future of ShotPut Pro. George: So you guys have, amongst other things, a nice little announcement at NAB 2019. ShotPut Pro is now in Frame.io […]
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