Gary Bettan on Production Workflows, The History of Broadfield, & 2025 Predictions
12/30/24 • 46 min
In this episode, we welcome Gary Bettan. Gary is the president of Broadfield Distributing Inc. and a longtime thought leader in the film, video and broadcast industry. In our chat, he shares about his early days, the history of his company, and offers insights on the evolution of technologies for production and post workflows. We also hear Gary’s thoughts on the year that’s wrapping up — and predictions for 2025.
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In this episode, we welcome Gary Bettan. Gary is the president of Broadfield Distributing Inc. and a longtime thought leader in the film, video and broadcast industry. In our chat, he shares about his early days, the history of his company, and offers insights on the evolution of technologies for production and post workflows. We also hear Gary’s thoughts on the year that’s wrapping up — and predictions for 2025.
“The Making Of” is presented by AJA:
IP, HDR, and cloud advancements have unlocked new workflow possibilities. Stay ahead of the curve with AJA solutions like the KONA IP25, a SMPTE ST 2110 I/O card for Mac, Windows, and Linux, and OG-ColorBox for color management and conversion, and more. Get the full rundown on AJA’s latest gear here.
ShotDeck’s Holiday Special:
Share the gift of ShotDeck with the creative pros in your life this holiday season. As the world's largest library of more than 1.5 million cinematic reference images, ShotDeck inspires filmmakers from pitch to pre-pro and beyond. Enter code “TMOGIFT” for 30% off of your annual or monthly subscription here.
Featured Resource:
Film Parliament
Got a script you want to produce?
Film Parliament offers a self-paced, step-by-step online course that guides you through the process of scheduling and budgeting your feature film.
Get 10% off when you use code “HOLIDAY10” now until Dec. 25th OR buy your friend or family member a course gift card! Visit here
Introducing Eddie AI:
Craft rough cuts in seconds with text prompts. Eddie is the AI video editing assistant for video professionals. Iterate with Eddie: reverse the topic order, ask for a stronger hook, make this punchier. With Eddie, you can easily export to MP4 or polish in Adobe Premiere Pro, Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, and Avid Media Composer. Explore here
From our Friends at Anton/Bauer:
Today’s episode is also powered by Anton/Bauer — batteries built with no compromise for filmmakers and creators. From blockbuster sets to solo projects, Anton/Bauer batteries deliver high-performance power with unmatched reliability so your story never misses a beat. Trusted by industry pros worldwide, Anton/Bauer keeps your gear ready when it matters most. Visit here
OWC Atlas Cards:
This holiday season, gift the speed and reliability every creative needs. From stunning 8K video to fast transfers, OWC Atlas memory cards and readers deliver unmatched performance. Perfect for photographers, filmmakers, and tech enthusiasts. Shop now and make their holiday unforgettable! Shop Atlas Cards & Readers here
ZEISS Introduces Supreme Zoom Radiance:
The new ZEISS Supreme Zoom Radiance set includes three purpose-built T2.9 high-end cine zooms: 15-30mm, 28-80mm and 70-200mm. Featuring the same T* blue lens coating as the popular Supreme Prime Radiances, they offer a similar look with consistent flares and warmer color rendition. Learn more here
New Solutions from Videoguys:
The SanDisk Professional G-RAID PROJECT 2 drive is a high-performance, 2-bay enterprise-class storage system. Pre-configured in RAID 0 and equipped with ThunderboltTM 3 connectivity, it's designed for your most demanding applications. With expansive capacities up to 48TB, this massive storage solution is the trusted ally for managing your 4K, 8K, and VR video workflows with ease and reliability.
Visit here
Podcast Rewind:
Dec. 2024 - Ep. 60...
“The Making Of” is published by Michael Valinsky.
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IP, HDR, and cloud advancements have unlocked new workflow possibilities. Stay ahead of the curve with AJA solutions like the KONA IP25, a SMPTE ST 2110 I/O card for Mac, Windows, and Linux, and OG-ColorBox for color management and conversion, and more. Get the full rundown on AJA’s latest gear here.
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Share the gift of ShotDeck with the creative pros in your life this holiday season. As the world's largest library of more than 1.5 million cinematic reference images, ShotDeck inspires filmmakers from pitch to pre-pro and beyond. Enter code “TMOGIFT” for 30% off of your annual or monthly subscription here.
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Craft rough cuts in seconds with text prompts. Eddie is the AI video editing assistant for video professionals. Iterate with Eddie: reverse the topic order, ask for a stronger hook, make this punchier. With Eddie, you can easily export to MP4 or polish in Adobe Premiere Pro, Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, and Avid Media Composer. Explore here
Featured Resource:
Film Parliament
Got a script you want to produce?
Film Parliament offers a self-paced, step-by-step online course that guides you through the process of scheduling and budgeting your feature film.
Get 10% off when you use code “HOLIDAY10” now until Dec. 25th OR buy your friend or family member a course gift card! Visit here
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OWC Atlas Cards:
Kick off your creative 2025 with OWC Atlas Cards — from stunning 8K video to fast transfers, these memory cards and readers deliver unmatched performance. Perfect for photographers, filmmakers, and tech enthusiasts. Explore here
ZEISS Introduces Supreme Zoom Radiance:
The new ZEISS Supreme Zoom Radiance set includes three purpose-built T2.9 high-end cine zooms: 15-30mm, 28-80mm and 70-200mm. Featuring the same T* blue lens coating as the popular Supreme Prime Radiances, they offer a similar look with consistent flares and warmer color rendition. Learn more here
New Solutions from Videoguys:
The SanDisk Professional G-RAID PROJECT 2 drive is a high-performance, 2-bay enterprise-class storage system. Pre-configured in RAID 0 and equipped with ThunderboltTM 3 connectivity, it's designed for your most demanding applications. With expansive capacities up to 48TB, this massive storage solution is the trusted ally for managing your 4K, 8K, and VR video workflows with ease and reliability.
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