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David Smith

David Smith

Dr David Smith is a physiologist-turned-film maker. David was Associate Producer of the IMAX feature Australia Land Beyond Time and was Senior Researcher on the ABC TV series Nature of Australia. He wrote and hosted David Smith's Earthwatch on ABCTV and was 'resident zoologist' on the Don Lane and Bert Newton Shows.

In 1987 David set up his company, imaginACTION pty ltd (www.imaginaction.net.au) and has sinced written, directed and/or filmed numerous documentaries and educational multimedia projects. He has also written six books, including two Penguin eco-thrillers. Over the past five years David has moved towards medical and health-related projects, including trauma surgery, schizophrenia and emergency medicine.

David is a Fellow of the Royal Society for the Arts and a professional member of the AFI and has always been keen to share his knowledge, especially with young budding film makers. David can be contacted at david@imaginaction.net.au.

 

Sony Vegas Top Tips

Sony Vegas Top Tips

Thu, Dec 10, 2009

Having a program in a box on the shelf means nothing. It’s the use of it that counts. David Smith shares some great tips on using Sony Vegas Pro

Review: Pinnacle Studio 14

Review: Pinnacle Studio 14

Thu, Dec 31, 2009

Pinnacle has long had a reputation for producing powerful, easy-to-use video production software says David Smith.

Video Production Tips

Video Production Tips

Tue, Mar 16, 2010

Always ask the right question ...

Review: Singular Software PluralEyes

Review: Singular Software PluralEyes

Tue, Mar 23, 2010

Multi-camera video production is commonplace, especially for studio broadcast but also for coverage of conferences, concerts and numerous other live events.

Return to ANJO

Return to ANJO

Fri, Apr 23, 2010

“A masterpiece of historical significance...destined for the Australian National Archives.” - John Westwood (Redgum TV Productions)

Video excerpts of Return to Anjo by Imaginaction

Video excerpts of Return to Anjo by Imaginaction

Tue, May 04, 2010

Three separate exceprts from David Smith's Feature Fil, "RETURN TO ANJO"

VIDEO REVIEW : SONY XDCAM EX PMW350K

VIDEO REVIEW : SONY XDCAM EX PMW350K

Sat, Jun 05, 2010

Dr David Smith is an expert in broadcast TV. Here he tells us what he thinks of the new SONY XDCAM EX PMW350K

Interview: Douglas Spotted Eagle

Interview: Douglas Spotted Eagle

Fri, Jul 16, 2010

Douglas Spotted Eagle ("Spot" to his mates) is well known to many AusCam readers. David And Denby Smith had a very interesting chat to him some time back, and here it is in full.

Video Review: Sony HXR-MC50E

Video Review: Sony HXR-MC50E

Wed, Jul 28, 2010

David Smith Reviews the new Sony HXR-MC50E HD camcorder. And he likes it! So does the cat...

Video: Singular Presto

Video: Singular Presto

Mon, Sep 13, 2010

"Absolutely sensational software. Would have saved me a hundred hours over the past few years.". Dr David Smith's reaction!

Client Education: the key to more money and less stress in video projects

Client Education: the key to more money and less stress in video projects

Tue, Sep 14, 2010

Wise words from David Smith on how to prepare for your next shoot

Vegasaur is tops

Vegasaur is tops

Mon, Oct 11, 2010

And add-on for Sony Vegas is brilliant says Dr David Smith ...

David Smith and a Tiger Moth

David Smith and a Tiger Moth

Mon, Oct 11, 2010

What happens when a serious cammo gets a trip in a Tiger Moth? He takes his camcorder of course!

Review: Singular Software DualEyes

Review: Singular Software DualEyes

Wed, Oct 27, 2010

DSLR cameras are being used by an increasing number of video makers because the large sensor dimensions produce ......

Review: Sony Vegas Pro 10 and DVD Architect 5.2

Review: Sony Vegas Pro 10 and DVD Architect 5.2

Fri, Nov 12, 2010

Over the past decade – and following a buyout by Sony Creative Software – Video Factory developed from its solid base to become Sony Vegas Pro. Now with added VIDEO!

Flirting with Ms Edius

Flirting with Ms Edius

Mon, Nov 15, 2010

Edius installed quickly with its little green dongle in place ...

Review: Sony NEX-VG10E

Review: Sony NEX-VG10E

Mon, Mar 14, 2011

David Smith takes a close up look at the Sony NEX-VG10E. Did he like it? This is a camcorder to not like. But instead LOVE!

DSC Labs CamAlign CDM 28R

DSC Labs CamAlign CDM 28R

Sun, May 22, 2011

The CamAlign CDM 28R has several components and it’s worth noting that, as soon as you open the box, it’s clear that this ....

Review: Rotolight

Review: Rotolight

Wed, Sep 21, 2011

I have already purchased the kit supplied for review – it’s that good!

Microsoft FlightSim meets real life video!

Thu, Oct 20, 2011

Forget the video camera? David Smith used Microsoft's Flight Sim to recreate a trip of a liftetime

Review: V-Gear Monitors

Review: V-Gear Monitors

Tue, Jan 31, 2012

David Smith of Imaginaction Studios in Melbourne put the VG-005 and VG-007 through their paces. What did he find? Read on!