I think Adrian advice is good for you.
However, I already post your question in the Taiwan's pop dv website. You can check here: http://www.dvworld.com.tw/forum/dvforum/showthread.php?s=&threadid=22195.

L.A. Director of Photography needed
 

Greetings,

Need an African-American video DP for sit-down, indoor interview in L.A. in late September. Pay based on experience, equipment can be provided.

Many thanks,
Kevin Triplett
http://www.abraxasproductions.com
http://www.mopacmedia.com

Older Asian actors needed
 

Greetings,

I am making a short independent film in the area shot in 24p DV with the Panasonic AG-DVX100.

The story is about a Japanese girl (could be other Asian if suitable cast can be found for parents) who is getting married to an American guy but the mother who is visiting from Japan is opposed to the wedding and tries to break it up by making it look like the boyfriend is having an affair. This attempt backfires and instead the father thinks the mother is having an affair. In the end the daughter rescues the mother in order to save the wedding and there's a happy ending.

I would like to start shooting as soon as possible, even tomorrow if a cast can be found. If you are an Asian M or F, 40-50s in the LA area who would be interested in working on this project please contact me to set up a meeting. Some fluency in Japanese or other Asian language is preferable but not required.

I will pay actors $50 and give a DV copy of the final film.

Richard Whitten
whittenr@yahoo.com
818-441-0370

Michael, I lost your email, could you email me asap?
thanks
I think you still have mine.

"1) Legal type advice to keep me from being sued"

protect your ASSets .
you might look at becoming a Limted Liabilty Company ( LLC)
about $125 in Florida. you can form a LLC with a sole individuaal or with group of persons.

http://www.nolopress.com/lawstore/products/product.cfm/objectID/15B382A6-2013-4BD0-B0B66C80743CD9D0/sampleChapter/1

"3) Insurance and permits"

don't know rates in Florida. In calif around $1500 for 1mil liability for under 60K dramatic project for year. it cost more if you only want it for 3 months. around 5K for full package ( liability, E&O , 3rd party , non owned vehicles, faulty tape/neg, main talent insured etc.)
also look into workmans comp. last time i bought around $700 for 2 months. no crew/actor was paid salary ( = low rate) . workmans comp pays medical expense for crew/actors if they get hurt on the job ( normally pays them % of salary but if you are paying them ZERO well 70% of zero is zero)....

try to establish a employer - employee relationship with crew/actors.

good FOOD/meals = a happy crew ...
so-so food/meals = not so happy crew ..
bad food = mystery !! what ? Producer/director disappear!!!

<<<-- Originally posted by Joe Carney : Michael, I lost your email, could you email me asap?
thanks
I think you still have mine. -->>>

Done.

Don- Thanks for those tips. I recieved one call back from an insurance company that had to go somewhere else to get me coverage... You know the type. I was told it would run about 4 grand for a year.

Now I've already heard that State Farm does a liability, for about $300 a year.

The LLC was something I had considered back when I started doing video. I have also heard that they create a new company for every film in Holywood for similar reasons. Good enough for me.

The other stuff is a given, isn't it?

Now... For some news! It seems this project has picked up a Production Coordinator! I don't think she knows what she's in for ;)

Hey John,

Did you ever shoot your Lady X thing? I happen to be in the DC area and my film group and I were entertaining the idea of making a Lady X episode. I was also courious if you were interested in doing other no budget short film work around NOVA/DC/MD.

Our group mostly makes HK style action shorts...if you are interested in that sorta thing.

Chris

Just to share the news about my progress-
I probably have someone to cover the audio, and still need to cover lighting, and a waterproof camera housing.

My new Production Coordinator will bring people to do hair and make up, and all those other things that she coordinates.

I have also been recieving a large number of replies for talent... from the most unlikely people- REAL ACTORS! I am totally amazed to get a headshot and resume from people who have actually been in movies and shows I have watched!

Even after being told up front there is no money, they reply. I tell them it's a really bad story and will probably end their career, and they still want in!

Who would believe it?

I'm in Clearwater and could possibly help out on a weekend or two. I just sent you an email.

Jim- I got your email and have sent a reply. You will big a major help!

I should finally find out if I will be up in Arlington for 3 to 6 months, this coming week.
I would love to hook up and do some weekend shooting.
I'll post here if the job finally comes through.
(waiting on government paper work).

Hi Chris and Joe,

I haven't done much in terms of my lady x episode yet. Just a synopsis and part of a script. If you and your group are interested in collaborating, we can probably work something out. I'm fairly busy right now, got my final semester starting up, and I'm working with another group on a project around campus, as well as doing some part time work with another project. But I'm flexible.

I'll be around. You can e-mail me at johnl@wam.umd.edu.

ttys

Storyboarder in Paris, France Needed
 

I need a storyboarder for my next short film, "The Tao of Surf."

Anyone from Paris, France interested?

Can anyone suggest where I can look for a storyboarder in Paris?

Looking for DP and sound man For Amazon jungle documentary!
 

Hi everyone, i am on pre-production of a feature documentary that will be shooting in the Amazon jungle in October. I am considering the use of the Panasonic DVX100 camera. If anyone has a comment or advice, feel free to add. I am looking for DP and sound man urgent. I am in Los Angeles, Ca so if you are close by please contact me asap for more info.
Thanks
Eva Neide
evaneide@myway.com
(323)8331104

Do you have Stupid Behavior: Caught on Tape?
 

This was emailed to me:

To Whom It May Concern,

Nash Entertainment in Los Angeles is producing another 8 episodes of the
hugely popular show, Stupid Behavior: Caught on Tape for Fox Network. With
people's fascination and desire to record more and more personal experiences
on videotape, some of the funniest and genuinely most unbelievable moments
have been captured. Stupid Behavior highlights these moments that always
seem to leave the viewer saying, "What were they thinking?"

We are looking for stories/footage that feature stupid behavior. Some of
the things we are looking for include:

"Caught on tape" footage
Stupid criminals
Sports mishaps or bloopers
Ceremonies that go awry
Stupid Human Tricks
Wedding bloopers
Stunts gone bad
Drunken festivities with foolish behavior
Any other moronic gems

We would greatly appreciate your help in making this season of Stupid
Behavior: Caught on Tape a success. Please contact me via phone or email at
your earliest convenience if you have anything that may suit our needs.

Thank you,
Jason Reeves
Nash Entertainment
1438 N. Gower St.
Building 35, Room 150
Hollywood, CA 90028
323-468-4783

I fly up tomorrow, then on thursday get fingerprinted and spend the weekend finding a temporary place to live. Should be settled in monday after next.
Hopefully have a new temp internet account soon after, or start using my yahoo account.

DP and CameraMan Needed!
 

Hey, folks!

We're looking for an enthusiastic and experienced DOP and Camera person!

We've just finished a music video and short film, both shot on Hi-definition video, so, experience with Hi-Def video, as well as 16 and 35 (and DV) is a GREAT plus.

Please contact me immediately!

Samples of your work (or demo reel) is a must!

David

dpritchett@pendulumentertainment.com

http://www.pendulumentertainment.com

Forgot to mention that we are located in the Toronto, Canada area!

Have fun with the inky fingers joe.

I dropped john an email about our lil group -- and that we mostly do fight choreography. One or two of us actually have an interest in the cinematography/pre/post-production, but mostly its the martial arts action that we concentrate on.

I'd love to work on some weekend stuff (Lady X or otherwise) either way, but there is that resource if we need it.

Chris

I'm still here...and ready to film.
If your in san diego, drop me a line.

bkatran@cox.net

-Alan

Eva, I did the Amazon two years ago. Shot 5 hours of video if you need some footage. I also did Kenya and Tierra del Fuago in Patagonia. You will love the Amazon. Bob Safay

David:

I am unable to access your website, and your email address is bouncing back.

Please contact me directly regarding the position you mentioned in the post.

Thanks!

chupap@earthlink.net

And still looking for someone from that area.

Help in Louisville KY
 

We are a pageantry arts company located in Louisville KY. We just signed a contract to do a 37 show tour with a dance organization. We are seeking 3 people to go on this tour with us. It would be every weekend for 6 months (Jan-June). All expenses paid plus a salary. We would leave Louisville on Friday and come back on Sunday for most trips. If interested, please email me at earcandy@earcandyproductions.net


Robin Ruthemeyer
Vice President
EARCandy Productions
www.earcandyproductions.net

Sounds like a good way to burn some vacation time and weekends I waste away otherwise!

If you need help in the Tampa/Clearwater/Orlando area, I'll be happy to help.

I have some lighting, sound, a PD-150 and a XL1S, a little experience, strong back and I'm easy to work with.

I also have voice-over experience. (nothing fancy, some some radio a while back and corporate voice mail systems)

Sign me up if you need help. I'll send you an email with my experience and address asap.

-Phil

[edit] I noticed the comment on the underwater housing-- I'm a cave diver also. I have some minimal underwater shooting experience helping out on a couple of underwater cave mapping videos if that helps...

Local XL1s and GL-2 Owners Clubs:
 

I am in Toledo and often need a second and third camera operator. Is there a listing for owners in different locals? The Canon XL1s Club wll not release any data base, so I am trying to start one here in Toledo OH.

If anyone has interest in this, please reply.

Hey Mike -

My aunt lives there. I am not the most experienced shooter, but assuming I can get off work, and don't have anything cool going on my b-day (10-26) I may be game.

I would have a free place to stay, saving us both cash and the family. would be THRILLED to have me.

Lemme check into it for you.

E-mail me if you like and I will give you a run down of the equipment I have.

You can also check out some of my work at www.PIXEL-MESH.com.

- Aaron

Hey Phil, I'll accept whatever anyone is willing to offer!

New Email Address
 

Currently my email is down due the virus. Please email me at sfzmedia@yahoo.com

Thank
Robin

Cool. Count me in.

I just noticed you're in Melbourne. My home town is a few miles south of you--Vero Beach.

If you are doing anything around Melbourne, I'll even have a place to stay! (I can hear my aunts and uncles groaning now... *grin*)

-Phil

Like I've told everyone else... Push comes to shove, you can sleep on my couch. Just make room for the rest of the cast :)

Did you say you have a waterproof housing?

Unfortunately I do not have a housing, just the knowledge on how to use one.

However, I do have some contacts--I'll call around and see if anyone has one compatible I could borrow when the time comes...

-Phil

Chicago Area Video Editing Services Needed ASAP
 

I need to have 5 hours of wedding video (shot with a GL2) edited down to 1:30 to 2 hours on DVD. This is my first try at weddings and material needs heavy editing. If I'm satisfied with the job, there will be a lot more coming.

Project is due on September 25. I live in the Gurnee, IL area but will drive to Chicago if needed.

Please email me at zenvdu@aol.com if interested. Kindly have samples and rates ready.

Thanks!

Thanks John for the email. Will wait for your call.
...
Update: 4:32 PM CST Sunday, 9.7.03
I'm talking to an editor in Chicago and we will finalize arrangements tomorrow so I will have to consider this ad closed. The response from DVInfo members was great and really appreciated.

I too and in San Diego. I am in the market to get the XL1s a.s.a.p.

Frantically saving my dollars. Anyway, my goals are directing and d.p.

i have some competition now! get out of my thread

hehe just kidding

Palm Springs
 

just seeing if anyones from around here ;)

Looking for PRO DVD author-
 

If all goes well, I'll have a feature length movie to put on DVD by May. If you can author a DVD with animated menu, 5.1 surround, and commentary track, I would like to see an example of your work.

I will be shooting on miniDV. Now is the time to find out if there is anything I will have to do now, to insure a high quality DVD and audio. It will also give me an idea of how much lead time I'll need to have it out by June/July.

Hey Phil... email me- capt_quirk@hotmail.com