Game Day Glare The podcast for sports videographers

GameDayGlare

Welcome to Game Day Glare, your go-to video podcast for sports videographers, hosted by sports videographers! We're passionate about capturing sports through the lens of our cameras and sharing our experiences, tips, and tricks with fellow enthusiasts like you.Join us as we explore the world of sports videography, covering everything from gear reviews and techniques to behind-the-scenes stories Follow us on Instagram! (and slide in our DM's)https://www.instagram.com/gamedayglare/Check out our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@GameDayGlare/videos

  1. 1. Juli

    Game Day Glare #111 SEASON 2 WRAP UP

    🎬 Season 2 Finale | 100+ Episodes Later... In the Season 2 finale of Game Day Glare, Lance and E look back on another year of sports videography, podcasting, lessons learned, and everything that comes with creating over 100 episodes together. The guys answer listener questions about camera gear, sports videography mistakes, standing out in a crowded market, building experience, client expectations, and the advice they no longer agree with. They also reflect on their favorite moments from Season 2, discuss how podcasting has helped them grow professionally, and share what they're looking forward to when the show returns for Season 3. From beginner camera recommendations to the importance of fast delivery, communication, and getting more reps, this episode is packed with practical advice for sports videographers at every level. Because the truth is... The gear changes. The platforms change. But great storytelling and consistency never go out of style. 🎬 Topics include: • Best budget camera setups for sports videography • Sony ZV-E10 II vs FX30 • Common game day mistakes • How to stand out as a sports videographer • Better gear vs more reps • The shots every videographer should capture • What clients actually care about • Sports videography myths that need to die • Lessons learned from 100+ podcast episodes • What’s coming in Season 3 🎬 Season 2 Highlights • Over 100 episodes of Game Day Glare • Solo episodes and stepping outside comfort zones • Sports videography workflow discussions • Camera reviews and gear debates • Interviews with industry professionals • Building a community of sports creators 📲 Follow us on Instagram for updates & behind-the-scenes content gamedayglare 🎥 ULANZI JJ06 TRAVEL TRIPOD https://www.ulanzi.com?aff=3129 🎥 Check out our digital products for videographers & photographers 👨🏽‍💻 ULTIMATE SPORTS EDITING BUNDLE 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/digital/ ⚡️ ULTIMATE SPORTS VFX BUNDLE 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/ultimate 🎙 ULTIMATE SPORTS SFX PACK 👉 https://beyondthegame.tv/digital/p/ul... 🎨 ULTIMATE SPORTS LUT PACK 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/digital/ 📩 For collaborations and inquiries, contact: info@beyondthegame.tv | info@lancelaberge.com

    Game Day Glare #111 SEASON 2 WRAP UP
  2. 24. Juni

    Game Day Glare #110 STOP LOOKING AMATEUR

    🎬 What Makes a Sports Video Feel Premium? In this episode of Game Day Glare, Lance and E break down what separates a good sports video from a great one. Everyone wants their videos to feel more cinematic, more polished, and more professional — but what actually creates that premium look? The guys discuss everything from composition and camera movement to sound design, storytelling, pacing, color grading, and shot selection. They explain why expensive gear alone won't make your videos better and how the little details often make the biggest difference. They also dive into planning playoff hype videos, creating stronger edits through better shot variety, using slow motion with purpose, and why sound design might be the most underrated tool in sports videography. Because the truth is... Premium isn't about doing more. It's about doing the right things better. 🎬 Topics include: • What makes footage feel premium • Better composition and framing • Camera movement that adds value • Why shot variety matters • Planning playoff and hype videos • Slow motion and speed ramping • Sound design and crowd atmosphere • Mic'd up moments and storytelling • Color grading vs color correction • Common mistakes that cheapen videos 🎥 ULANZI JJ06 TRAVEL TRIPOD https://www.ulanzi.com?aff=3129 🎥 Check out our digital products for videographers & photographers 👨🏽‍💻 ULTIMATE SPORTS EDITING BUNDLE 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/digital/ ⚡️ ULTIMATE SPORTS VFX BUNDLE 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/ultimate 🎙 ULTIMATE SPORTS SFX PACK 👉 https://beyondthegame.tv/digital/p/ul... 🎨 ULTIMATE SPORTS LUT PACK 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/digital/ 📩 For collaborations and inquiries, contact: info@beyondthegame.tv | info@lancelaberge.com

    Game Day Glare #110 STOP LOOKING AMATEUR
  3. 17. Juni

    Game Day Glare #109 MUST-HAVE SHOTS

    🎬 The Shots We Never Leave Without | Sports Videography Essentials In this episode of Game Day Glare, Lance and E break down the shots they never leave a sports event without. Whether you're filming hockey, football, basketball, or any live sporting event, there are certain shots that consistently help tell a better story, save your edit, and make your final video feel complete. The guys discuss establishing shots, crowd reactions, bench moments, coach interactions, hero shots, detail shots, and the importance of capturing more than just the action on the field. They also share how they approach storytelling during a game, when to play it safe versus when to take creative risks, and why variety is often more important than getting one perfect shot. Because the truth is... The big moments get the attention. The supporting shots make the edit. 🎬 Topics include: • Establishing shots that set the scene • Hero shots during warmups • Crowd reactions and atmosphere • Bench and sideline storytelling • Capturing coaches and team interactions • Detail shots that elevate your edits • Wide shots vs tight shots • Creating variety in sports videos • Playing it safe vs taking creative risks • Building a complete game-day story 📲 Follow us on Instagram for updates & behind-the-scenes content gamedayglare 🎥 ULANZI JJ06 TRAVEL TRIPOD https://www.ulanzi.com?aff=3129 🎥 Check out our digital products for videographers & photographers 👨🏽‍💻 ULTIMATE SPORTS EDITING BUNDLE 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/digital/ ⚡️ ULTIMATE SPORTS VFX BUNDLE 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/ultimate 🎙 ULTIMATE SPORTS SFX PACK 👉 https://beyondthegame.tv/digital/p/ul... 🎨 ULTIMATE SPORTS LUT PACK 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/digital/ 📩 For collaborations and inquiries, contact: info@beyondthegame.tv | info@lancelaberge.com

    Game Day Glare #109 MUST-HAVE SHOTS
  4. 10. Juni

    Game Day Glare #108 PARADE PRESSURE

    🎬 Filming a Championship Parade | Behind the Scenes of the PWHL Celebration In this episode of Game Day Glare, Lance puts E in the hot seat to break down what it was like filming the PWHL Championship Parade in Montreal. From massive crowds and unexpected challenges to security restrictions, manual focus, and adapting on the fly, E shares a complete behind-the-scenes look at capturing one of the biggest moments in women's hockey. The conversation covers everything from planning and gear choices to dealing with changing conditions, finding creative angles in a packed environment, and making quick decisions when the original game plan isn't working. If you've ever filmed a championship celebration, parade, rally, or large-scale sporting event, this episode offers a real-world look at what happens when preparation meets chaos. Because the truth is... No matter how detailed the plan is, live events always find a way to test you. 🎬 Topics include: • Filming the PWHL Championship Parade • Working around crowds and security • Capturing emotion during championship celebrations • Manual focus vs autofocus in live events • Adapting when the plan changes • Choosing the right lenses for large events • Shooting from unique angles in packed environments • Using monopods for stability and reach • Event videography under pressure • Lessons learned from a championship rally 📲 Follow us on Instagram for updates & behind-the-scenes content gamedayglare 🎥 ULANZI JJ06 TRAVEL TRIPOD https://www.ulanzi.com?aff=3129 🎥 Check out our digital products for videographers & photographers 👨🏽‍💻 ULTIMATE SPORTS EDITING BUNDLE 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/digital/ ⚡️ ULTIMATE SPORTS VFX BUNDLE 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/ultimate 🎙 ULTIMATE SPORTS SFX PACK 👉 https://beyondthegame.tv/digital/p/ul... 🎨 ULTIMATE SPORTS LUT PACK 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/digital/ 📩 For collaborations and inquiries, contact: info@beyondthegame.tv | info@lancelaberge.com

    Game Day Glare #108 PARADE PRESSURE
  5. 3. Juni

    Game Day Glare #107 WHAT CLIENTS WANT

    🎬 What Clients ACTUALLY Want | It's Not Your Camera In this episode of Game Day Glare, Lance and E break down what clients are really paying for — and spoiler alert... it’s probably not what you think. A lot of videographers focus on gear, camera specs, and creative tricks. While those things matter, most clients care far more about communication, trust, speed, and reliability. Lance and E share real stories from client projects, discuss common communication mistakes, explain why fast delivery often beats a perfect edit, and talk about how solving problems is ultimately what gets you hired again and again. They also dive into live sports workflows, uploading content during games, managing client expectations, and why being easy to work with is one of the most valuable skills you can develop as a creator. Because the truth is... Your clients aren't buying a camera. They're buying confidence that you'll get the job done. 🎬 Topics include: • What clients actually care about • Why communication is everything • Fast delivery vs perfect videos • Building trust with clients • Common mistakes creators make • Asking better questions before a shoot • Managing expectations and revisions • Solving problems instead of selling services • Live sports content workflows • Why reliability wins more work 📲 Follow us on Instagram for updates & behind-the-scenes content gamedayglare 🎥 ULANZI JJ06 TRAVEL TRIPOD https://www.ulanzi.com?aff=3129 🎥 Check out our digital products for videographers & photographers 👨🏽‍💻 ULTIMATE SPORTS EDITING BUNDLE 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/digital/ ⚡️ ULTIMATE SPORTS VFX BUNDLE 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/ultimate 🎙 ULTIMATE SPORTS SFX PACK 👉 https://beyondthegame.tv/digital/p/ul... 🎨 ULTIMATE SPORTS LUT PACK 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/digital/ 📩 For collaborations and inquiries, contact: info@beyondthegame.tv | info@lancelaberge.com

    Game Day Glare #107 WHAT CLIENTS WANT
  6. 27. Mai

    Game Day Glare #106 BUSY SEASON

    🎬 Birthday Week, Playoffs & Life Lately | Catch-Up Episode In this episode of Game Day Glare, Lance and E catch up on everything that’s been happening lately — from NHL playoffs and PWHL Finals… to travel shoots, new gear, webinars, and the chaos of balancing real work with content creation. E talks about filming his first NHL broadcast games during the Montreal Canadiens playoff run, working PWHL Finals, and testing out his new Sony 28-135 cinema lens. Lance shares stories from traveling through California and Seattle for client shoots, filming at Mavericks in Half Moon Bay, exploring Santa Cruz, testing the Ulanzi travel tripod, and adapting to nonstop travel while still keeping up with playoff hockey. This episode is more personal than usual — a real behind-the-scenes look at what life actually looks like when you’re running a creative business while trying to stay consistent online. Because the truth is… sometimes the hardest part isn’t filming — it’s balancing everything around it. 🎬 Topics include: • Filming NHL playoff broadcasts • Working the PWHL Finals • Sony 28-135 cinema lens first impressions • Variable ND filter struggles and setups • Travel shoots in California and Seattle • Filming at Mavericks and Santa Cruz • Building lighter travel camera setups • Renting gear on the road • Photography vs videography challenges • Managing busy schedules and burnout 📲 Follow us on Instagram for updates & behind-the-scenes content gamedayglare 🎥 ULANZI JJ06 TRAVEL TRIPOD https://www.ulanzi.com?aff=3129 🎥 Check out our digital products for videographers & photographers 👨🏽‍💻 ULTIMATE SPORTS EDITING BUNDLE 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/digital/ ⚡️ ULTIMATE SPORTS VFX BUNDLE 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/ultimate 🎙 ULTIMATE SPORTS SFX PACK 👉 https://beyondthegame.tv/digital/p/ul... 🎨 ULTIMATE SPORTS LUT PACK 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/digital/ 📩 For collaborations and inquiries, contact: info@beyondthegame.tv | info@lancelaberge.com

    Game Day Glare #106 BUSY SEASON
  7. 20. Mai

    Game Day Glare #105 ROAD TRIP WORKFLOW

    🎬 Travel Shoots, New Stadiums & Packing Smart In this solo episode of Game Day Glare, Lance breaks down what really goes into traveling for sports videography — from packing gear and airport travel… to adapting to new venues, new lighting, and fast-moving production environments. Recorded from California while working on the road, this episode is all about simplifying your setup, learning how to travel smarter, and understanding what actually matters when you’re shooting away from home. Lance also dives into how preparation starts before the airport, why understanding deliverables changes how you pack, and how traveling teaches you what gear is truly essential. Because the truth is… new city, new stadium… same pressure. If you travel for sports shoots, events, tournaments, or client work — this episode will help you work lighter, faster, and smarter on the road. 🎬 Topics include: • Packing smarter for travel shoots • Choosing the right gear for the road • Traveling with Sony cameras and drones • Working out of small edit spaces • Why simple setups usually win • Adapting to new venues and stadiums • Finding clean shooting angles quickly • Managing travel days and fatigue • Why preparation matters before the airport • The importance of backing up footage on the road 📲 Follow us on Instagram for updates & behind-the-scenes content gamedayglare 🎬 Topics include: • Delivering videos fast for sports teams • Uploading clips during games • Using phones for quick transfers • Editing under playoff pressure • Organizing footage for faster edits • Templates and repeatable systems • Fast turnaround recap workflows • Why raw content performs online • AI video editing clickbait • Sony FX3 Mark II and camera rumors 📲 Follow us on Instagram for updates & behind-the-scenes content gamedayglare 🎥 ULANZI JJ06 TRAVEL TRIPOD https://www.ulanzi.com?aff=3129 🎥 Check out our digital products for videographers & photographers 👨🏽‍💻 ULTIMATE SPORTS EDITING BUNDLE 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/digital/ ⚡️ ULTIMATE SPORTS VFX BUNDLE 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/ultimate 🎙 ULTIMATE SPORTS SFX PACK 👉 https://beyondthegame.tv/digital/p/ul... 🎨 ULTIMATE SPORTS LUT PACK 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/digital/ 📩 For collaborations and inquiries, contact: info@beyondthegame.tv | info@lancelaberge.com

    Game Day Glare #105 ROAD TRIP WORKFLOW
  8. 13. Mai

    Game Day Glare #104 DELIVER FASTER

    🎬 How We Deliver Videos FAST | Sports Workflow & Game Day Turnarounds In this episode of Game Day Glare, Lance and E break down how they actually deliver sports content fast — without falling apart under pressure. From playoff hockey… to live uploads… to quick-turnaround edits for social media — this episode is all about building a workflow that keeps up with modern sports content demands. They talk about fast delivery expectations in pro sports, uploading clips during games, organizing footage, editing under pressure, building repeatable systems, and why preparation matters more than people realize. The conversation also dives into Sony camera rumors, AI editing clickbait, and why showing yourself working might actually perform better online than polished cinematic edits. Because the truth is… fast delivery builds trust. If you film sports, events, or fast-paced content — this episode will help you speed up your workflow and stop wasting time. 🎬 Topics include: • Delivering videos fast for sports teams • Uploading clips during games • Using phones for quick transfers • Editing under playoff pressure • Organizing footage for faster edits • Templates and repeatable systems • Fast turnaround recap workflows • Why raw content performs online • AI video editing clickbait • Sony FX3 Mark II and camera rumors 📲 Follow us on Instagram for updates & behind-the-scenes content gamedayglare 🎥 ULANZI JJ06 TRAVEL TRIPOD https://www.ulanzi.com?aff=3129 📲 Follow us on Instagram for updates & behind-the-scenes content gamedayglare 🎥 Check out our digital products for videographers & photographers 👨🏽‍💻 ULTIMATE SPORTS EDITING BUNDLE 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/digital/ ⚡️ ULTIMATE SPORTS VFX BUNDLE 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/ultimate 🎙 ULTIMATE SPORTS SFX PACK 👉 https://beyondthegame.tv/digital/p/ul... 🎨 ULTIMATE SPORTS LUT PACK 👉 https://www.beyondthegame.tv/digital/ 📩 For collaborations and inquiries, contact: info@beyondthegame.tv | info@lancelaberge.com

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Welcome to Game Day Glare, your go-to video podcast for sports videographers, hosted by sports videographers! We're passionate about capturing sports through the lens of our cameras and sharing our experiences, tips, and tricks with fellow enthusiasts like you.Join us as we explore the world of sports videography, covering everything from gear reviews and techniques to behind-the-scenes stories Follow us on Instagram! (and slide in our DM's)https://www.instagram.com/gamedayglare/Check out our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@GameDayGlare/videos