Nothing looks quite so empty as a blog with no posts.  Here I sit with this very scenario staring me in the face.  The struggle for relevancy with so many amazing resources at your disposal is extremely important to me.  You have our assurance that this blog will be informational, entertaining, brief (but to-the-point), and always a source for positive development.

What will we be discussing, you might be asking yourself.  Good question, glad you’re providing feedback already.  Good start.

• The Rocket Ride will focus on video production, both professional and amateur.  After all, we know as well as the next person that video and motion graphics are just plain FUN to dabble in.  But even on the amateur level ther are some tips, tricks, and helpful hints to make your home movie of the kids into a masterpiece of viral video.   We’ll do our best to make video production easier for you, while also giving you a glimpse into professional production techniques, tips, links, and general HD video goodness from all corners of the web.  Good stuff!
• Secondly, we will be a resource for the development of Social Networking.  The expansion of Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter, FriendFeed, and many other networks has done more to join different cultures, countries, and even connect those elusive high school friends that have been off your radar for years.  Businesses and individuals alike are benefiting greatly from these new virtual connections to their friends and customers.  More than ever it’s important to know the benefits, the pitfalls, and the guidelines for truly effective social communication.  It’s a different world each day and somebody needs to track the important developments while sifting through the digital noise to bring you the filet minon of social networking info.  That’s us.
• Lastly, we exist in a community rich with culture, art, history, and commaraderie.  It would be a shame not to include Richmond, VA in the mix and provide a springboard for community-based discussion, specifically with an eye toward digital media and its effects on the world around us.  Expect much influence from local musicians, film producers, social media experts, artists, and anything else in Richmond that we feel should be shared.  Viva RVA!

Thanks for joining us on the journey, and we look forward to hearing from you.

Regards,

Scott Dickens
RocketPopScott