The Daily Aus, one of Australia’s prominent social media-focused news services, has adopted Blackmagic Design technology for its video production. The independent news outlet uses Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 cameras, ATEM Mini Extreme ISO switchers, and DaVinci Resolve software to create daily news stories for platforms like Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and podcast channels.
The Daily Aus's Unique Approach
Known for its innovative approach to journalism, The Daily Aus has built a reputation as one of Australia’s most trusted sources of free video news. Reaching nearly 1.3 million Instagram accounts monthly and hundreds of thousands more on other platforms, the service relies on high-quality, efficient production tools.
Joe Kiely's Testimonial
Joe Kiely, head of video at The Daily Aus, praised Blackmagic Design’s Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 for its portability and image quality. “The cameras are small enough to fit in a backpack with all accessories, making them ideal for quick setups and remote locations,” he said. Kiely highlighted the camera's versatility, noting it has been used in diverse settings including Parliament House, the Daintree rainforest, and even underground sewers.
Efficient Workflow
The ATEM Mini Extreme ISO switcher streamlines The Daily Aus’s workflow by eliminating the need for multiple SD cards and hard drives. Kiely explained how the switcher allows his team to control and adjust visuals across three cameras from a single computer, record video podcasts, and manage multi-camera editing with ease.
Collaboration and Flexibility
The Daily Aus incorporates DaVinci Resolve into its workflow for consistent quality and feedback management. Kiely trained his multimedia journalist to use DaVinci Resolve for TikTok videos, significantly improving the efficiency of content creation and collaboration among remote editors.
Blackmagic RAW Codec
The use of Blackmagic RAW codec has enhanced The Daily Aus’s ability to handle challenging lighting conditions and green screen work. Kiely mentioned that shooting in B.Raw provides flexibility during post-production, allowing the team to maintain a consistent look across various environments.