In this course, learn techniques for managing the massive amounts of data generated by shooting video on a set or on location. Follow Rich Harrington as he takes you through a practical workflow, explaining how to set up and organize your cameras on set, as well as how to set up a data transfer station on set to ensure that your data has a place to go. He also covers software tools, from using your computer's operating system to transfer data, to organizing your material using dedicated software solutions like Adobe Prelude. Plus, Rich goes into backup strategies, card management, and how to successfully hand off your data to post-production.

Topics include:
* The benefits of on-set asset management
* Challenges to look out for when managing data on set
* Confirming record options and acquisition format
* Building an ingest plan
* Creating a chain of command
* Managing data using a laptop, mobile workstation, or tablet
* Using your operating system to transfer data
* Building a data transfer station
* Logging, transferring, cloning, and transcoding data
* Reviewing backup strategies
* Handling incoming cards
* Erasing or reformatting media