Streamline Your Workflow with AVAir,
Your Cloud-Based Production Partner

AVAir is your central hub for project management, offering secure, real-time collaboration on your audio and video projects. Managing and transferring large files for creative and complex projects can be challenging, but AVAir makes it seamless and efficient.

AVAir is built on the open-source Nextcloud platform, with custom modifications and ongoing maintenance provided by Eye See Color. This allows us to tailor our solution to your specific needs while leveraging a robust and secure foundation.

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Transform your production workflow with AVAir. Seamlessly transfer footage from your set to the editing and color suite in record time, ensuring a faster, more efficient process. Start optimizing your production today!

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How Does It Work?

Project Setup: After discussing details, we set up your project on AVAir.

File Sharing: Upload raw footage, scripts, and other materials for easy access and smooth collaboration.

Milestone Reviews: We upload previews at key stages for your feedback, ensuring alignment throughout the process.

Feedback Loop: Comment directly on files to provide feedback, ensuring your vision is captured at every step.

Version Control: Access different project iterations to track changes and progress.

Real-Time Communication: Discuss project details and updates directly within AVAir, keeping everyone on the same page.

Final Delivery: Once editing is complete, the final version is uploaded for your approval, streamlining the delivery process.

Why Choose AVAir?

Seamless File Transfers: Easily upload and download large files without the hassle of email or third-party services.
Organized Collaboration: Keep content organized with specific folders for audio, documents, images, and video.
Integrated Communication: Use built-in chat for virtual meetings and collaborative discussions.
Comprehensive Review Tools: Review and comment on footage, audio, and scripts in real-time.
Security and Control: Protect your assets with advanced security features and customizable access controls.
Automated Workflow: Automate repetitive tasks and streamline processes with AVAir’s Flow feature, focusing on creativity.

Getting Started with AVAir

Setting up your access to AVAir is a quick and straightforward process. While provisioning your account can take up to 24 hours, we usually have everything up and running within an hour. Once your account is ready, you’ll receive an email with your login details and instructions on how to get started.

Provisioning

You’ll receive an email with login details and setup instructions.

Preferred Access: Desktop/Web

For the best experience, we recommend accessing AVAir from a desktop or web browser. This method provides a more robust interface, allowing you to manage files, folders, and collaborations with ease.

App Installation

If you prefer to access AVAir on a mobile device, download the Nextcloud app on your preferred device(s):

iOS: Download from the App Store
Android: Download from Google Play
Desktop: Download for Desktop

Account Setup

Log in to the Nextcloud app using your credentials. Access specific project folders if you’re part of a team, or create/request access to relevant shared folders.

If you’re using the Nextcloud app for AVAir, you’ll need to log into the server at: https://avair.eyeseecolor.com
Enter this URL when the app prompts you to connect to your AVAir account.

Recording and Uploading Footage

Capture Footage: Use your phone’s camera, ensuring optimal settings.
Upload Files: Directly upload videos to designated shared folders in AVAir.
Auto-Sync: Enable auto-sync for instant file uploads when connected to Wi-Fi or data, allowing immediate access for editing.

Collaboration and Access

Notifications: Team members receive alerts when new files are added, allowing editors to begin work immediately.
Anywhere Access: AVAir’s cloud-based platform provides access to files from any device, ideal for remote work.
Security: Customizable folder permissions ensure secure and controlled access.

Production Folders

We’ve set up specific folders to keep your content neatly organized.

AVAir Project Folder Structure — Tap to enlarge

By using AVAir’s production folders, you’ll have a well-structured repository of all project elements, making the editing process more efficient and ensuring everyone involved in the project can find what they need without hassle. This organized approach minimizes time spent searching for files and maximizes productivity, allowing you to focus on creating outstanding content.

Below is a brief description for each folder:

Audio (under both Production and Post-Production)

Ambient Sound: Environmental sounds, like wind or city noises, to set the tone.
Walla: Background chatter or murmurs from crowds, adding realism to scenes (Post-Production Audio).
Film Score (Original Music): Custom music composed to enhance emotional impact.
Mixing & Surround Sound: Balancing audio and placing sounds in a surround sound field for immersive experiences.
Sound Track: Collection of music tracks used in the film, both original and licensed.
Dialogue: Spoken words between characters, crucial for storytelling.
Music: Pre-recorded or licensed songs used in the film (separate from the original score).
Sound Design: Creation of audio elements that enrich storytelling, including effects and textures.
Background: Subtle sounds that add depth but are not the scene’s focus.
Foley: Custom sound effects, like footsteps or object handling, created in post-production to match on-screen actions.
Sound Effects (SFX): Audio elements adding realism or emphasis, such as explosions or door creaks.

Documents

Project Management: Centralize planning and administrative files.
Briefs & Proposals: Early project outlines, concepts, and pitches.
Contracts & Agreements: Legal documents between parties.
Schedules & Timelines: Time-bound plans for project phases and deadlines.
Budgets & Financials: Resource planning and cost allocation documents.
Meeting Notes & Agendas: Records of discussions and action items from meetings.

Pre-Production

Scripts & Storyboards: Written and visual outlines of the film.
Casting: Actor selection records.
Auditions: Notes and recordings from tryouts.
Talent Contracts: Agreements with actors and performers.
Location Scouting & Photos: Details and images of potential filming locations.
Permits & Releases: Legal permissions for filming.
Crew & Contact Lists: Crew member contact information.
Props & Wardrobe: Items and costumes for production.
Shot Lists & Call Sheets: Plans for daily shooting activities.

Production

Daily Footage: Raw footage captured each day, organized by shoot day.
B-Roll & Additional Footage: Supplementary footage for cutaways and establishing shots.
Audio Recordings
- Dialogue: On-set recordings of spoken lines.
- Ambient Sounds: On-set environmental sounds.
Production Reports: Daily summaries of progress and challenges.
BTS (Behind the Scenes)
- Photos: Still images documenting the crew and set.
- Videos: Video content showing behind-the-scenes activities.

Post-Production

Editing: Assembly and refinement of footage.
- Rough Cuts: Early edits.
- Final Cuts: Polished, completed edits.
Visual Effects (VFX)
- VFX Shots: Specific scenes requiring effects.
- Compositing Files: Elements for creating visual effects shots.
Color Grading
- LUTs: Lookup Tables for color grading.
- Graded Clips: Final color-corrected footage.
Audio Post
- Soundtracks: Finalized music used in the film.
- Foley & Sound Effects: Final sound effects added in post-production.
- Dialogue Cleanup: Enhanced and noise-free dialogue tracks.
- Walla: Background crowd noise or ambient chatter.
- Subtitles & Captions: Text translations of dialogue and sound.
Graphics & Titles: On-screen text and visual elements.

Final Deliverables

Master Files: Highest-quality, final versions of the film.
Exported Versions: Tailored versions for different platforms and use cases.
- For Film Festivals: Custom versions adhering to festival submission guidelines.
- For Online Streaming: Optimized for platforms like YouTube, Vimeo, etc.
- For Broadcast: TV-compliant versions following specific broadcast standards.
- For Theatrical Release: Versions optimized for large screen projection.
- For Social Media: Reformatting for platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
- For Corporate Use: Tailored for corporate presentations and internal distribution.
- Other: Tell us your use case.
Backup & Archive: Secure storage of all final project files and assets.

Marketing & Distribution

Press Kits: Media kits with promotional information.
Trailers & Teasers: Promotional previews.
Posters & Artwork: Visual promotional assets.
Social Media Content: Content designed specifically for social sharing.
Distribution Agreements: Contracts with distribution partners.

Legal & Compliance

Copyright & Licensing: Documentation of legal rights.
Insurance Documents: Production insurance coverage.
Compliance Certificates: Industry-standard compliance records.

Miscellaneous

Unused Footage: Clips not included in the final cut.
Reference Materials: Resources used throughout the production.
Templates & Guidelines: Standardized forms and best practices.

Images

Concept Art: Visual design references.
Final Frames: Selected still images from the finished film.
Green Screen & Plate Shots: VFX support shots.
Production Stills: High-quality images taken during filming.
Reference Images: Visual resources used for production decisions.
Storyboard Images: Visual sequences outlining scenes.
Test Shots: Experimental shots for concept or equipment testing.

Streamline Your Workflow with AVAir, Your Cloud-Based Production Partner