DJ, I know the realm of micro-budget video very well. With some of my donated services to non-profit groups, I've had complaints about the cost of the blank tapes I've used. But, I'm in Eugene and don't travel much. I use a VX2100 and a TRV730 and will get a mini-HDV camcorder in the next few months. I've worked several times with another videomaker on musical and cultural events, but I've specialized more with athletics and wildlife. Also, I've done several airshows. Let me know if you're ever doing anything around Eugene and need a bit of help with another camera. I'm far better at shooting, than I am with advanced editing work. Good luck to you in Portland. My Dad was raised there and I have many relatives in the area. One bunch of cousins runs an electronics store out towards Beaverton.

"Also, I've done several airshows."
 

JSM:

I went to California Capital Air Show this weekend and shot tpes in HDV. First time I'Ve tried anything like that. First tape was pretty bad. One thing i might try next time is getting back aways instead of thinking I have to be right up on it. Any hints ?

Hey Jonathan,

I'm in Boone as well (well from Cary), but up here in Appalachian for the Fall Semester.

How goes :)

Chris, you don't need a telextender or even a long lens for most airshows, as those birds are pretty big. It's always best to get back away from the showline and the crowds. Ideally, find a place on higher ground. If you get there early, think about how many spectators are likely to crowd you out in your chosen position, after the show starts. I use two highly-directional shotgun mikes on a 16-inch wide stereo rack and that cuts out a lot of the crowd and loudspeaker noise and focuses the sound pickup on the planes in my lens. I use my full shoulder-mount/steadying rig to smooth out my wide range of panning and tilting. When a plane is going to pass by, I position my feet to point towards the middle position, so I can swivel my body for the full shot, without having to lift and turn them. The same principle applies to shooting races at track meets. I can't imagine anyone doing full coverage of an airshow with a tripod, but I guess some people try. I think that a good shoulder-mount would be most useful with an HD-cam, as every wobble shows up more (or so it seems). Even though an HC3 would weigh only 1.25 lbs., if I used one for something like an airshow, I'd have about 11 lbs. total on the whole rig. When I used this type of counter-balanced shoulder-mount with my 17-lb. Beta, the whole thing weighed 24 lbs. When I took it on a 12-mile wildlife hike, I changed hands every 200 yards and considered it my main exercise for the day. I'll tell you though, that big, manual-focused camera was no good for getting long, unbroken airshow shots. Every shot had heavy editing needed at both ends. I like to have continuous coverage of full action-sequences with things like this and with athletic events, so my cameras that have good and steady autofocus, were what I mostly have used. However, manual audio-uptake is best, if you have it. I did one airshow where they had simulated bombs and they shut down my audio for about 2 seconds, when it was on auto. My Sony camcorders have been much better on auto audio, than my Canon models, as they don't over-react to sharp noises. My very best airshow sequence of all, was shooting Lefty Gardner, when he did a full aerobatic performance in his beautiful P-38, called "White Lightning". When those turbo-charged engines howled past, my stereo mike set-up got some great sounds. I often put that on my surround-sound and crank up the level. Several friends have worn out videotapes of that Confederate Airforce show I gave them, doing the same thing repeatedly over several years.

I'm in Greesboro and I'm always looking to get in on some creative projects. Let me know. Have gear will travel. ;-)

Phoenix, AZ - Need grip/production assistant soon
 

We are currently finishing the screenplay for our first horror/thriller. We will be in actual production sometime in May. I need a couple willing folks to help with production one night a week and/or one weekend night. I'll be posting more info. as it comes in. Positions would be like grip/gaffer, make-up, etc. This would be volunteer work as our budget is that of a 60year old on SS. BUT i will supply snacks and drinks.

videographer or still photographer for wedding in Israel
 

If anyone is based in Israel and is intrested in shooting or photographing a wedding at the end of the summer please contact me. I am looking fro 24p, widescreen and or hd if possible on the video end and full frame digital or medium format film on the photo end but if you are around that area and intrested e-mail me despite the equipment you own.
egproductions@optonline.net
thanx

Same thing, although I'm busy as heck until sometime next month I've got a fair bit of equipment too.

Demo Reel
 

Hello,

I have emassed enough work to finally put together a demo reel and am looking for some input on what sort of things i should include. I have a good cross section of material and can make it as long a needed. Optomally I want to make something that will be viewable onlne and showcases by talents in editting and video post.....I would love to hear any suggestions y'all might have.

I apologize for my slow response.Admin corrected a problem I had with logging in. My "rep" says the SAG process should be complete in 4-6 weeks, so estimate shooting in mid-May. The SAG agreement states anything less than 35 minutes is a "short." We have (4) day shoots, none over (5) hours. We're willing to pay $100 a shoot. We'll need your assistance in finding location shots and your presence at the casting call, so add another $100 dollars.
If interested, please state here. All we ask is that you KNOW what you're doing with the XL2.

I'm confused about what you're looking for
 

I don't mean to be a nitpicker but when you say you'll pay 100.00 per shoot----what exactly are you considering a shoot? (cause I don't break out my camera for less than 250.00 a day and that doesn't include my 'operating cost'......!!) And you're asking for a pro?

I do some work in the Dallas area and even the cheap ENG guys are $250 a day. If you are looking for more of a creative film/tv type, double that. You might be able to get someone to do 1/2 day for $250



ash =o)

wedding videographer
 

Hi

I need some help this coming summer for wedding videography - Central NJ.
Must have gear and experience.

Thank you

Anthony

C'mon guys i know you must have some tips and tactics to help a new guy get his reel together.

do a "demo reel" search. it's been discussed pretty extensively, and very experienced DPs, like charles papert, have provided links from their own reels to dvinfo, so that we can see how others are going about putting reels together....

Didn't mean to offend anyone, but the price was based on Governmental statistics concerning the average rate for camera operators ($21/hr) Truth of the matter is the short feature could be shot less than (4) hours but you have to consider the SAG actors and actresses have full time jobs. The process can be handled better in four shoots (3) afternoons (1) morning. Large portion of the (5) hours mentioned was mainly driving in the metroplex.
(1) shoot consists of filming the outside of a building, an actor in a lobby, and
footage of cubicles, no more than (4) minutes of filming for $100 dollars. If it's not for you... no worries

Arnold, I have no way of contacting you. No email or phone info provided. I might be of some assistance to you on your project. You can email me off forum and I will get in touch with you. BTW, I am one of the XL2 forum mods here at DVINFO.

regards,

-gb-

6 hour wedding video coverage Myrtle Beach SC
 

We are looking for someone to shoot video for a wedding in Myrtle Beach SC on October 28, 2006. It will be 6 hour coverage, time to be determined. What we would like is for someone to shoot the footage and we will take care of editing.

Please e-mail us at bianca@amomentlikethis.net with your rates.

FCP Editor needed
 

Position: Final Cut Editor
Employer: Information Television Network - www.itvisus.com
Location: Boca Raton, Florida
Duration: Full Time Employment, starts ASAP

Must have 5+ years experience as a broadcast editor, be proficient in Final Cut Pro and edit projects as part of a team. Your responsibility will be to edit content to high broadcast national standards. Successful candidates should be able to function in a creative environment, have a broad range of technical and communication skills. Candidate should have a solid understanding of the nuances, context and syntax of the English language. Experience cutting long form documentary productions preferred but not necessary.

Apply to: Bob Buruchian via fax 561-997-5208 or email bob@itvisus.com Please do not call for follow up, we will contact you if we need any further information or to request a phone interview. Applicants must have a demo reel available upon request.

Demo reel-need comments
 

Demo reel

QuickTime
http://www.yayofilms.com/video/rudnicki.mov

windows media file
http://www.yayofilms.com/video/rudnicki.wmv

I am looking for constructive comments on my reel.
Almost entire content is shot on dv, then post in after effects and 3ds max.
It's for the New York market.

Thanks
Albert Rudnicki
www.yayofilms.com
albert@yayofilms.com

Very very nice. :)

My only feedback would be to recommend moving a stronger shot up to the front of the reel instead of the girl/rain.
The composition and effects for the girl and storm in the first shots are not as strong as the rest of the reel.

The general rule for reels is to always put your absolute best material first. Reviewers are expecting this and (faced with stacks of demo reels to cull through) might actually stop after the first 10 seconds. Using the "photography" style sequence for the opener, for example, could be much a more effective, attention getting, way to start IMO.

Great work!
Good luck!

Thanks to everyone who volunteered and came out for the shoot. We got everything we needed and then some!

Thanks again,
Tim

Recording studio needed in So Cal...
 

I have a friend who is trying to get her break into stardom in Hollywood. She has done several voice overs for big clients in the past and a bunch of movies.
Her problem now is that she has left the market where she is known and is trying to break into the Hollywood scene.
She needs a budget-but-good recording studio (at least an iso booth with a good mic and clean sound) that could either use her voice on a few projects, use her as on-screen talent as payment, or charge minimum bucks for jobs that she has lined up...
Let me know if there's anything out there for her!
Thanks!!

I don't know if anyone has responded to your request, but I am interested. I do not own an XLH1, but I have worked with it. I do own and have worked extensivley with a Canon XL2, and some of the mechanics of the 2 cameras are the same. I am based in Salt Lake City, but travel to Vegas often. If you are in need of crew at this point, don't hesitate to contact me if you wish.
Brian K Jones
Legacy Visuals
briankj@earthlink.net

Great boutique recording studio
 

I just shot a video of a top vocal coach in a cool little recording studio that is not too expensive and the guy who runs it is great. It's in Garden Grove on the north end of Orange County. Not too far from most of metro LA.

It's called "Virlouise" and the owner is Bill Davidow.

Phone number is: 714-530-0389

Website is www.virlouise.com.

email is Virlouise@Virlouise.com

I was just real impressed and thought the place was cool.

Tip McPartland

Seeking crew for 48 hr film project
 

looking for people in St. Louis to assist on crew for 48 hour film project friday June 9 - Sunday June 11 2006.

looking for:
gaffer
editor
2nd cam with equipment (minidv mandatory - XL2 preferred)
audio
writer(s)

for more info on 48 hour project check out their website (http://48hourfilm.com)

please contact 48hour@nine13media.net for more information if you are interested.

Thanks
Frank Moss

bash me, please
 

Thanks Nick, I think that you have a good point there (we're just so sentimental to some of our work...it's hard to let it go....)

I think I am going to place the "rain" at the end with my name sinking :) in the water.

Anybody else?

Albert Rudnicki

Maybe cut it down a bit. Your work is more than strong enough to where you can whet appetites by not showing them so much. That's a personal opinion, however. I agree with the post above as well. Overall, very nice and impressive stuff.

The biggest thing for me is dont make a general demo reel.....make one for a specific company in mind. Definitely trim it down get the message across a lil quicker. It could just be me and my MTV mindset. :)

also to me it seemed like the timing at the begining was great but somewhere in the middle i lost the "beat".....but dont read too much into that :)

so you are sending this out to get a job as _________ ?

overall very good- excellent work !!!

IMO if you are going to start with the little girl - start on the wide shot. get me to 17sec ASAP ...

the first 17 sec is good .. 17- 1:10 is excellent ..1:10 -1:33 is good ..1:33 to end is very good - excellent ..

excellent !!!!

All i can say is wow - I feel so inadequate....Nice work Albert!

Thank you all!
I am rendering and uploading the changes as I write it.
I've cut the girl/rain by half, and added some more shots in the middle to get it more interesting.

I wonder about Nick's comment, if I should move the photography (end of reel) to the beginning of the reel, would it make it more effective?

Thanks
Albert Rudnicki

Note, I'm not recommending to move "Photography" to the beginning.
Just re-do that shot to result in a "directing and concept" title for the start of the reel. :)

Personally, I like the directing and concept work up front. Just recommending the use the stronger intro sequence to open it up.

Thanks!!
 

Thanks! I'll forward that on to her.

The government-published average rates that you quote are based on the cash compensation for regular employees. Costs of benefits and of the employer's contributions to taxes are added on top of that, costs which are born by the worker when they're self-employed. For a freelancer or self-employed contractor to net-out the same hourly income as the regular employee, they must bill at between double and triple the hourly base wage an employee would receive.

Hello Shannon,
I reside in Atlanta. I have sent you a message so please do let me know if you have any gig out there for boyz!

HD expert needed for consulting and several NY Shoots
 

I'm a writer/director. I've been using the same dp for my shoots for a while. Unfortunately, he does not have the necessary skills to shoot the HD projects I have coming up. I am looking for a professional HD cinematographer with experience in TV commercials and hi-end corporate videos.
Must be in New York. I would like to see a reel first, and then have a short consulting meeting, which you will be paid for.
Please do not ask which HD format I am looking for and all the details of my projects. I'm not looking for a quote. I'm looking for someone well versed in the different HD formats, with experience shooting, and a wide range of skills for consulting and then potentially shooting the projects. I am looking to hire a consultant first to look at footage and the projects to help determine the best format, camera, etc.
email only to MJFarm@aol.com
Thank you,

Need sound in DC or Baltimore?
 

Hi,

In addition to my package below I also have a Canon XL2 with Sacchtler DV-6 tripod for that loacked down second shot.


http://home.comcast.net/%7Etyreeford/Location.html

Regards,

Ty Ford

CREW needed for Horror Shoot on 4/14 & 4/15 2006 (B-more/DC area)
 

Indie zombie horror film still under principal photography is in need to crew to facilitate large sequence to be shot 04/14/2006 and 04/15/2006. Shooting inside community hall which will be transformed into rescue shelter for the film.

Will want to wear clothes that you don't care about as this will be one of the buffet sequences in the film.

In need of sound, PA's and Camera crew.

Shoot is using DVX100 and VX2000.

Also looking for additional make-up artists, and extras in general.

Email: Deadlandsthemovie@yahoo.com if interested.

Need help with Adobe ENCORE! Vancouver, BC Area
 

i have been using dvd lab pro to authorize DVD's, but i would like to switch to Adobe Encore, i would like to sit in and watch someone do their thing in ENcore so i can learn, i'm pretty good with majority of adobe products. I'll buy beer lol!!

i'm located in vancouver, Bc

thanx

Sat