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New Episodes of “Ask Franklin” from Focal Press

Franklin McMahon — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:39:03 +0000

Very happy to announce that I am working with Focal Press to bring you new episodes of “Ask Franklin”, the advice show that covers a wide variety of topics and is focused on developing your creative career. Look for the clips on many Focal Press websites including “Mastering Film“.

“How Can My Creative Business Make Money?

“How Can I Market Myself Online?”

Cable TV Goes Mobile – HBO Go

Franklin McMahon — Thu, 26 May 2011 10:20:14 +0000

The HBO Go app from Time Warner has already produced more than 1 million downloads and it shows no signs of slowing down. The software runs on platforms such as iOS (Apple iPhone and iPad) and Android and allows full access to more than 1400 shows, including full seasons of many of HBOs most popular programs. Response has been mostly positive, and Cinemax Go is currently in development.

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Time Warner Cable’s Mobile TV App for iPad Finds Audience

Franklin McMahon — Wed, 25 May 2011 12:11:14 +0000

TWCable TV is a new app that lets users watch Time Warner Cable (TWC) channels on their iPads. Having great-looking, HD, live content on a mobile device is certainly a treat, and while the app does not overwhelm with features initially, (new features are coming, which we’ll discuss in a bit) it does a great job of what it sets out to do.

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Ask Franklin – Are You Going Too Far With Photoshop Retouching?

Franklin McMahon — Tue, 17 May 2011 13:10:00 +0000

This episode of Ask Franklin we discuss how much is too much with Photoshop retouching.

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Franklin McMahon Studio is a creative agency located in Portland, Maine specializing in broadcast video, web video, web design, photography and marketing. Our three divisions, Maine Video Production, Maine Web Design and Maine Photography, provide professional services including commercials for TV, web design, SEO, web development, on-line web video, commercial photography and social media marketing. We have a combination of local and national clients. Please visit our website for more information and examples of our work:

http://www.franklinmcmahon.com/

Ask Franklin – How Do I Get My Big Project Started?

Franklin McMahon — Wed, 11 May 2011 14:00:04 +0000

This episode of Ask Franklin we discuss getting that BIG project started.

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Ask Franklin – How Can I Choose A Good Email Newsletter Subject Line?

Franklin McMahon — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 12:11:11 +0000

Email newsletters and email marketing are very important these days, so on this episode of Ask Franklin we discuss sending out email newsletters and creating a compelling subject line.

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Ask Franklin – How Do I Send Large Files To People?

Franklin McMahon — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 13:30:11 +0000

This episode of Ask Franklin we discuss two methods of sending large files to people.

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Ask Franklin – How Do I Learn Photoshop and Graphic Design?

Franklin McMahon — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 15:31:52 +0000

This episode of Ask Franklin we discuss learning Photoshop, graphic design and photography.

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Ask Franklin – Do I Still Need A Website If I Use Social Media Networks?

Franklin McMahon — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 13:19:49 +0000

This episode of Ask Franklin we discuss needing a website if you are already using social media networks such as Facebook and Twitter.

Editing “The Social Network” in Final Cut Pro with Angus Wall and Kirk Baxter

Franklin McMahon — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 21:03:45 +0000

Angus Wall and Kirk Baxter have collaborated with director David Fincher several times before on movies such as “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” and “Zodiac,” but it’s a safe bet neither has seen such momentum and critic/audience praise as the work they did on editing “The Social Network.” The film has been nominated for an Oscar for editing, and both are happy to have contributed to creating a quite remarkable film.

I had a chance to talk with them for a feature article as well as audio interview. We chatted about handling dozens of takes, working with David Fincher, their favorite scenes from the movie “The Social Network”, incorporating the music of Trent Reznor and if they are nervous about Oscar night.

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