Revision3 Articles

Revision3, Discovery Launch TestTube Digital Network

Revision3 and Discovery are launching a new digital network called TestTube. It has all the types of shows you'd expect from the geeky/nerdy set that help us learn more about our world and maybe even laugh in the process.

Revision3 on Xbox 360 is a Perfect Match

Revision3 is now on Xbox 360, and considering the terrific Adam Sessler review of Bioshock Infinite on Rev3 Games, then Xbox 360 owners are in for some great content from the network. This app was built especially for the console and works with the Kinect.

Web Series Round Up - New Shows to Advertise Against or Sponsor as a Brand

So another month is upon us and that means more cool new content for you to check out and maybe advertise against or, in some cases, perhaps even sponsor as a brand. With it being December I imagine that production is probably wrapping up on ...

Revision3 Signs Fine Bros, Continues to Snap Up Top YouTube Talent

Revision3 has done it again: they've signed the Fine Bros., a channel that boasts over 1.7 million subscribers and over 370 million total video views.  They are best known for the "Kids React To..." series, which includes "Teens React To..." and "Elders React To..."  They ...

The Big IPTV Network List: Where to Watch Original Web Series, TV and More

I've been doing a lot of online video viewing lately as I cut the cord a handful of months ago (60 hours in July). I started thinking that what I needed to do, aside from shining the spotlight on great shows, was to also shine ...

Building An Audience Outside of YouTube & Revision3's New Fall Slate: Interview with CEO Jim Louderback

Revision3 just announced some new acquisitions for their fall lineup, which reminded me of something that has been a recurring theme for this year: finding success outside of YouTube.  No one argues that YouTube isn't amazing when it comes to reach, and they are (seemingly) ...

Philip DeFranco Talks Shark Week and His Crazy Year: Interview with DeFranco and Revision3's Ryan Vance

In a fantastic bit of synergy, Discovery tapped Philip DeFranco to host the 25th anniversary of Shark Week, which will kick off on Sunday, August 12th at 9 PM e/p.  As many of you know, Discovery acquired internet video site Revision3 last month in a ...

Creating A Successful Web Series Requires Patience, Planning & Fun

Web series are no different when it comes to video marketing.  You basically have to follow the same rules as outlined in the YouTube Creator Playbook as they're for the most part good guidelines to follow for any online video project.  But web series might take ...

The Weekly Online Video News Round Up - New YouTube Channel Edition

After a busy week, and a relaxing weekend, it's nearly time to start the cycle all over again. But before you dive into the routine tomorrow, take a few moments to catch up on the stories from the past week in the world of online ...

Revision3 Saw Major Increase In Viewership, Revenue In 2011

Revision3 CEO Jim Louderback took to the Rev3 blog this morning and announced a 359% increase in total views and a 53% increase in revenue for the year of 2011.  Revision3 made smart acquisitions last year, including the extraordinarily successful Epic Meal Time, and by ...

Philip DeFranco (sxephil) Signs With Revision3

Here's some news I wasn't expecting.  One of YouTube's top stars Philip DeFranco signs with Revision3.  What this means is that Revision3 will be the financial backers of The Philip DeFranco Show and provide ad sales, and the show will be available on YouTube and ...

Tablets, Magazines, & Lean Back Video With Jim Louderback, CEO Of Revision3

I had a chance to catch up recently with our friend Jim Louderback, CEO of Revision3. Jim talks about how video has helped magazine brands recreate a kind of deep-dive content experience on tablets that readers are used to getting from print editions. He then ...

Epic Meal Time Gets TV Deal, Will Terrorize Meat On G4

Epic Meal Time's success is amazing, and it keeps on rolling with the announcement that it will get a chance on the gaming/entertainment network G4 soon.  The deal gives Epic Meal Time a pilot, but let's face it, that show is likely to get a ...

Epic Meal Time Celebrates One Year Of Meaty Insanity With Fast Food Pizza Cake

A year ago, Epic Meal Time came into being, and somewhere in the world, pigs and cows sensed a presence in the force they hadn't felt since humans discovered fire.  That first episode began with a "Fast Food Pizza" that is insane by most standards, ...

Sound Effects, Freebies, And Film Terms - Film Riot Video Production Tutorials

One of the best aspects of Ryan Connolly's short film Losses is its sound, although when you hear the Film Riot host talk about it, you get the feeling he's not entirely happy with it.  Well, that's what professionalism costs you sometimes.  You can't be ...