Henninger Media Services

05/07/2026

Learn the Lingo: Baked File vs. XML/AAF
Ever wonder why your colorist asks for an XML or AAF instead of just a high-res export? Keep reading for the difference between a “Baked” file and a “Linked” sequence.

🥧 The Baked File (Single Clip)
Think of a baked file like a finished cake. You’ve exported your entire timeline as one single video file (like a ProRes 422 HQ).
Pro: It’s easy to move and play back.Con: The “ingredients” are fused together. If your colorist wants to adjust just the subject without affecting the background, or fix a specific transition, their options are limited.
🔗 XML / AAF (The Recipe)
An XML or AAF isn’t a video file—it’s a digital recipe. It tells the color grading software exactly where every transition is and points back to your original files.
Pro: Maximum flexibility to make changes. Your colorist works with the original camera media, ensuring the best available dynamic range.Con: You have to send the project file and all the source media (which can be a lot!). This process takes more time. Which one should you use? If you’re doing a quick turnaround or are on a tight budget, a “baked” master with an EDL (Edit Decision List) for scene detection could be optimal. But to give your colorist the most to work with for a wider range of adjustments, XML or AAF are best.

Got a post-production term you’re curious about? Drop it in the comments! 👇
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04/28/2026

What a wonderful night! It was a delight to attend the Women In Film & Video (WIFV) DC “Women of Vision Awards” and to join together to celebrate the remarkable achievements of this year’s honorees: Kate Beyda, Phylicia Rashad, and Cheryl Ottenritter.

While the entire evening was filled with inspiration, celebrating our friend Cheryl Ottenritter was particularly special for us.
Congratulations to all the 2026 Women of Vision recipients! 👏

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04/14/2026

We are honored and deeply grateful to share exciting news about our long-time, beloved clients Frank and Mary Frost and their Emmy-nominated documentary Teilhard: Visionary Scientist.
The film has been invited for a special screening at the Vatican Film Library on April 20, 2026. Additional screenings will also take place in Rome during the same week at the Jesuit Generalate and the Pontifical Gregorian University.
This meaningful moment comes 100 years after Teilhard’s exile to China, bringing renewed attention to his visionary work at the intersection of science, faith, and the future.
For those who cannot be in Rome, the film is available to watch:
-Free on the PBS App
-Rent or purchase on Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV+

link: https://to.pbs.org/3R89ycC

We are truly honored to support Frank and Mary in this important and long-awaited recognition.
.orgMPT Presents | Teilhard: Visionary Scientist

Film about French priest, Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, who was exiled for his beliefs.

04/07/2026

Whether it’s a red-carpet premiere or an indie screening, there is nothing quite like seeing our clients’ visions come to life on the big screen.
Our creative team has been hitting the festival circuit lately, and we couldn’t be prouder to stand behind the incredible filmmakers and partners we work with. From the final color grade to the surround sound mix, we pour our hearts into these projects, but the real magic happens when they meet an audience.
Why we show up:
Celebrating the Win: After months (or years!) of hard work, seeing a project cross the finish line is the ultimate reward.Industry Connection: Staying immersed in the festival scene keeps our team inspired and on the pulse of new storytelling trends. Total Support: We don’t just deliver files; we’re your biggest fans from post-production to the premiere.To all our clients with films screening this season: Break a leg! We’re honored to be part of your journey.

Are you heading to a festival soon? Let us know—we’d love to cheer you on! 🥂
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