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• The Offset Podcast EP028: ARM In Post Production Part 1

  ARM SoCs (system on a chip) have become a hot topic in the computing world in the past few years. Apple branded ‘Apple Silicon’, Qualcomm’s Snapdragon, Ampere’s Altra, and others have been disruptive in a world once dominated by x86/x64-based systems from Intel & AMD.In Part 1 of a two-part series on ARM in postproduction, we explore some of the essentials of ARM systems, including:Basics of ARM vs x86/x64 processorsRISK vs Non-RISK CPUsThe flexibility & scalability of ARMThe goal of a uniform product architecture and its advantage for a company like AppleGPU design/performance - the surprise of Apple’s ARM implementationThe appeal and benefits of efficiency and low power consumptionThe benefits of unified memoryPackage scalability - faster/more cores, multiple SoCsDoes clock speed matter with ARM SOCs?Additional benefits - onboard encode/decode abilitiesAre SoC GPUs ever going to be on par with discrete GPUs? Will discrete GPUs ever come to Apple ARM systems?In part two, we’ll dive a bit deeper, exploring additional topics, including how cloud-based ARM computing could be a game changer for cost-effective, decentralized post workflows, what the future may hold for workstations from Apple and others, and much more. 

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• The Offset Podcast EP027: Where Do DCTLs & OFX Fit Into A Grading Workflow?

  The built-in tools in grading applications like DaVinci Resolve are immensely powerful, but sometimes, you need a tool that goes further—or, at the very least, approaches a task in a slightly different way. In this installment of The OffSet Podcast, we're exploring how power grades, DCTLs, and OFX fit into a grading workflow.Specific topics we discuss in this episode include:Defining Powergrades, DCTL & OFXThe benefits of extending the toolset without cluttering the user interfaceIntegrating DCTLS and OFX into fix node tree structuresThe DCTL ecosystem as R&D for Blackmagic DesignKeeping DCTLs & OFX in sync, up to date, and on multiple systems and locationsExploring how to NOT paint yourself into a corner with DCTLs & OFXHow DCTLS and OFX require a lot of steps and clicks for useThere could be better interface & panel integrationSome of our favorite DCTLs and OFXBe sure to check out our library of episodes, and if you liked the show, be sure to like and subscribe to the show wherever you find it.

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• The Offset Podcast EP026: Managing Review Sessions

  In this episode of The Offset Podcast, we’re discussing strategies for managing client review sessions - both in person and remote.  The review session sounds straightforward on paper, but it can be a complicated balancing act of moving things along, addressing changes, and keeping everyone happy.  Some of the specifics we discuss in this episode include:Managing both in-person and remote review sessionsThe importance of ‘knowing’ the show - content, characters, etcModulating small talk and reading the roomLeveraging markers & notes for remaining tasks to accomplish & notes to selfAnticipating problems, tangents, and pushbackSetup your grading pipeline to make changes and comparisons easy for the clientThe power of making choices and changes visual Documenting and tracking changes for consistency and completion Making sure the technology works - audio, networking, lighting, passwords etcHaving a backup strategy  - rendering out intermediate masters, duplicate projects/timelinesHaving clearly defined goals for the review session & a post-review plan You can submit show ideas and find show notes by visiting www.offsetpodcast.com. You can also follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube - just search for The Offset Podcast

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• The Offset Podcast EP 025: Things They Don't Tell You About Becoming A Colorist

  In this installment of The Offset Podcast, we're discussing many of the things no one told us before we decided to become professional colorists.  While being a professional colorist can be exciting and rewarding, the job also comes with a plethora of challenges and things you might not realize.  Some specifics we discuss in this episode include:Is being a colorist everything it’s made out to be?How being a colorist can challenge your physical and mental healthHow not every project is share-worthy and it's easy to feel like you're not making artChallenges of long hours and being away from family and friendsBeing an independent colorist is hard, but the benefits can be numerous  There is more out there to color besides movies, television, and commercials - i.e. the great middleHow postproduction knowledge as a colorist can be leveraged for lots of other thingsHow you have to learn to check your ego at the doorLong-term success usually means consistency and repeatability vs one awesome gradeLearning how to be a team player with other parts of the pipeline Putting your knowledge to work through education, speaking, etc can be just as rewarding as gradingAdvancement in postproduction isn’t really connected to titles - - but more so responsibility and overall trust from stakeholders Thanks for listening/watching and if you liked this show be sure to check out other episodes and tell your colleagues and friends about the podcast! 

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• The Offset Podcast EP024: Calibration

  We hope you had a great holiday season! The Offset Podcast is back for Season 2. We publish an episode every two weeks, and for Season 2 (2025), we’re excited to discuss a wide range of exciting topics.  In this episode, we explore a subject that should be important to everyone who cares about image quality and accuracy—calibration. While this episode is not encyclopedic, it should give you a high-level overview of modern calibration.Topics covered in this episode include:The importance of calibration & why calibration = the truthUsing color bars to set a monitor baseline isn’t calibration How standards guide calibrationCalibration and monitor perfection is unattainable - the goal is to eliminate visual deviations from reference as much as possible. Understanding the parts of a closed-loop calibration systemColorimetersSpectroradiometersCreating display-specific offset matrices for a colorimeter with a spectroradiometer Pattern generatorsPattern/Patch size and understanding the basics of loading behaviorCalibration software Direct device control within calibration softwareMeter placement Challenges of calibrating projectors vs. direct-view monitorsUnderstanding what calibration can’t do & recalibration considerations Is auto calibration any good?Hiring a professional calibrator Thanks for checking out the show!  If you liked this episode please like, subscribe, and share the show with friends and colleagues.

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