Nicole LaJeunesse

California, Chico

Writer, Editor and Illustrator at Freelance

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Best products of 2024

Nov 6, 2024 | videomaker.com | Nicole LaJeunesse

The end of the year is a time of reflection and celebration. At Videomaker, we take this time each year to look back on all the great video gear we encountered over the past 12 months, compiling a list of our favorites. Cameras, lenses, lights and more compete to be recognized as one of the year’s best new products for videographers.
How to get verified on YouTube

Sep 16, 2024 | creatorhandbook.net | Nicole LaJeunesse

Verified has become a coveted status in the social media sphere — but does being verified actually matter? In this article, we’ll discuss what it means to verify your YouTube account. We’ll also look at the YouTube verification badge and how to get that sought-after checkmark next to your channel name. Getting verified on YouTube can have two possible interpretations. The first version of getting verified is easy and open to anyone. All you have to do is provide YouTube with a phone number.
Finding success in commentary content through consistency: An interview with j aubrey

Aug 30, 2024 | creatorhandbook.net | Nicole LaJeunesse

j aubrey has found success on YouTube diving deep into the lore behind popular and controversial public figures. We had a chance to sit down with j aubrey to talk about how he went from Lego animations to YouTube commentary, his approach to narrative structure and content creation and why consistency is key for new creators.
A deep dive into diegesis

Jun 26, 2024 | videomaker.com | Nicole LaJeunesse

A diegetic element is anything that can be considered part of the story world. A cinematic element that is not integrated into the story world of the film is considered non-diegetic. The conscious use of diegetic and non-diegetic elements can add extra layers of meaning to your production. Diegetic and non-diegetic are two terms you may have encountered while exploring the world of narrative filmmaking. But what does the term diegetic actually mean?
House approves DJI drone ban

Jun 20, 2024 | videomaker.com | Nicole LaJeunesse

Drone enthusiasts — and DJI fans in particular — will want to keep an eye on the Countering CCP Drones Act. The bill would ban the sale of DJI drones in the United States, and it was passed by the House of Representatives last Friday. Introduced by Congressman Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY) in April 2023, the Countering CCP Drones Act still has a ways to go before it becomes law. It successfully made it through the House of Representatives.
ZHIYUN WEEBILL 3E promises portability for content creators

Jun 19, 2024 | videomaker.com | Nicole LaJeunesse

This week, ZHIYUN announced the newest addition to the popular WEEBILL gimbal lineup: the ZHIYUN WEEBILL 3E. ZHIYUN touts the gimbal’s lightweight, portable design as well as its stabilization capabilities and flexible shooting modes. These features, paired with a long battery life and affordable price point, are sure to draw the interest of content creators and independent filmmakers alike. ZHIYUN sells the WEEBILL 3E based on its lightweight design, compact portability and flexible setup options.
Nikon Z6III leverages unique sensor design to speed up image capture

Jun 17, 2024 | videomaker.com | Nicole LaJeunesse

Nikon, today, officially introduced the Nikon Z6III. The new full-frame mirrorless camera features what Nikon says is the world’s first partially-stacked CMOS image sensor. This design promises faster data readout leading to higher frame rate capture for both photography and videography. The new camera also offers a collection of features borrowed from the Nikon’s flagship cameras, the Nikon Z8 and Nikon Z9.
Why it’s okay to learn as you go: An interview with PotasticP

Jun 3, 2024 | creatorhandbook.net | Nicole LaJeunesse

Four years ago, Jeannie, known as PotasticP on Twitch, was on her way to becoming a doctor. One gap year, a pandemic and a detour onto Twitch later, Jeannie is a full-time content creator with a dream job she never knew she wanted. We had the pleasure of talking with Jeannie to learn more about how she got started, what she’s learned along the way and what she has planned for the future.
im_siowei: Unpredictable content, predictable success

May 31, 2024 | creatorhandbook.net | Nicole LaJeunesse

Siowei, better known as im_siowei online, was planning to go into finance. Then the COVID-19 pandemic hit and her plans got derailed. Instead of getting a job at a bank, Siowei started posting TikTok videos. We had a chance to chat with the Malaysian content creator and learn all about her approach to TikTok and YouTube and why she loves making videos.
Blackmagic Design Unveils High-End URSA Cine 12K

Apr 16, 2024 | videomaker.com | Nicole LaJeunesse

Blackmagic Design is expanding its fleet of URSA cameras this week at NAB. The latest URSA iteration is the Blackmagic URSA Cine 12K. Blackmagic Design bills the new camera as a “revolutionary new digital film camera” that offers 16 stops of dynamic range and video resolutions up to a staggering 12K. As you might guess, the URSA Cine 12K has a staggering price tag, as well. The URSA Cine 12K features a 12K image sensor that builds on the technology used in the URSA Mini Pro 12K.