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My Latest FCP/Motion project

2009-10-03T02:28:11Z

I created this sample logo in motion and then compiled it in FCP.
Comments welcomed.
Thanks!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EGx17usQLVE

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DPP is now Magic Hair Studios

2009-08-03T20:05:49Z

Hey Kids!

After seeing the Zappa epic "Uncle meat" (go see it if you haven't already) it reminded me that I have neglected the SUPER Indie people....

DPP is now Magic Hair Studios and located at the top of Barham Blvd in Universal City, CA.

Like we do every year, we are taking a limited number of Indie projects at reduced rates using the same “hedge deal” format as last year. If you took advantage of this last year you KNOW what a savings it is and just how turn key a post services shop we are.

It works like this: Let us bid on a project – we’ll work with you on a rate - and lock you in to that rate for all of 2009, regardless of WHEN you start production or post.

There are some caveats and conditions to it, but nothing unreasonably restrictive or that doesn’t make sense and we can talk about those when you come in.

Best,
Gaston Hinostroza
Project Development Director
Magic Hair Studios

3365 Barham Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90068

323-851-2404
323-851-2402 – FAX

gaston@magichairstudios.com

www.linkedin.com/in/gastonhinostroza

MHS is a turn key post services facility specializing in HDCamSR Color finish, 5.1 Surround audio, remote VO sessions, On/Off-Line editorial support, up/down/cross conversions.

Bringing talent, experience and technology to the television and indie film communities.

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Auditions- Aberrant Behavior- Saturday June 7th @ Mamma Buzz in Oakland arts district- Need more crew too

2008-05-27T02:01:00Z

I am having auditions for my new movie "Aberrant Behavior" Saturday June Seventh at Mamma Buzz Cafe in downtown Oaklands Art District 2318 Telegraph Ave from 4-6PM. If your interested in the movie you can e-mail me at: aberrantbehaviormovie@gmail.com. I have already casted some of the roles and have people working on it, I just have not cast all of them yet and of course the female lead.

There will be some paid roles (of course the leads) but this is a low budget (around 25-35,000 or so) affair so it won't be a whole lot. Just to warn you.

Aberrant Behavior, is basically a love story about two self destructive anarchistic-y street kids who have an exaggerated form of pica, a disorder where people feel compelled to eat non-food materials, carpet, dirt, soap, drano, various chemicals, etc. as portrayed as a drug addiction. They have a very co-dependent relationship and with there disorders too , they literally destroy each other.

There's more to it, but that's the basic synopsis. If you can't make it to the auditions, you can send me a head shot with resume, or whatever you want. We can then decide when and where to meet.

THERE WILL BE SOME SEXUALITY AND NUDITY FOR THE TWO LEADS, AS WELL AS MISTY AND FOGGY TO A LESSER DEGREE. PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT ME FOR THOSE ROLES, IF YOUR NOT COMFORTABLE WITH THAT. THANK YOU.

I will be hiring for many roles, all ages (over 18) races, sizes, etc. But here are the main characters:
Main Characters:

LEADS:
Victor Muertos: (Mid to late twenties) Half Mexican/Half white (Half latino/half white will probably work). Black hair, down to chin and five o clock shadow. (Flexible though). Tall and thin but not too thin. Dark, brooding, depressed, prone to long winded sarcastic, cynical rants. Living off the state for mental depression, and addiction, but eventually breaks himself from the state. He hates the state, and normal life in general. He hates almost everything. He is sort of sloppy hipster, slightly emo, slight slight slight goth meets street kid. Light or no body mod, piercings, etc. He eventually lives on the street because of choice.He falls in love with Aiko. SOME NUDITY AND SEXUALS SITUATIONS REQUIRED-CAST

Aiko Zumbi (18-early twenties or look like it) Half Japanese/Half German (or Japanese, or half Japanese/Half white). Shorter than Victor, thin but still slightly curvy.
Street kid with a bit of dark hippie. Has been sexually abused as a child. Prone to violence. Prone to long winded rants, or sometimes just total silence. Dark, cynical, with a very bleak view of life. Body mods, tattoo's, piercings, fine. Dreaded or colored hair fine as well. Actually preffered. She falls in love with Victor. SOME NUDITY AND SEXUAL SITUATIONS REQUIRED.

SUPPORTING LEADS:
Pedida Muertos- (20's -40's)-Mexican- Victor's nearly catatonic - mute drug addict mother, who is usually messing around with strange men, and drugged up. Mostly abuses Victor through neglect. Mostly shown in flashbacks, but one scene in present as well. Young actress aged to look older in present, or vice versa.

Misty & Foggy (20's) two girls that Victor and Chad meet at the bar, who are wasted, and act and look like twins. Very ditzy, drunk, corporate, normal. They take Victor and Chad back to there place. Drunken debauchery ensues.

Spic 'N' Span (20's -40's)- One of the horrible mascots for the advertising firm Victor works for, "Spic n Span's Whiten it up" Cleaning product. They play racist cliched versions of mexican house workers. Think Samo. It's meant to be horrible, and it of course offends Victor.

Aiko's Father-
A militant cold hearted man who sexually abuses aiko. Must be bilingual Japanese & English

Aiko's Mother-
Always screaming at Aikos father. Bi-lingual fluent in German & English

VARIOUS:
Hipster's (18-30) Some with speaking roles. A house party Victor crashes.

Office workers (20's -on) Some with speaking roles.

Various small roles for the horrible commercials and promo's from the firm Victor briefly works for

Other roles as well-Not listed

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video permission rights?

2008-05-19T18:44:39Z

what is the protocol for some network trying to use your video footage?
there is a reality tv show that is wanting to pitch an idea to their executives and wants my footage.
do i just give it to them for free?
is there a charge?
does anyone have a website or leads to this kind of legalities?
i haven't even gotten a chance to cut it myself and don't want another thing of mine going out into the world again for the benefit of someone else.
how do i get credit?
copywright?
what is the protocol?

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VHS to DVD machines

2008-04-29T17:13:07Z

any recommendations? are the ones by Panasonic any good?

Or can anyone recommend any methods of getting footage from VHS digitized?

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Filmmaking Boot Camp

2008-04-17T13:03:11Z

Nehst Media Enterprises
545 8TH AVENUE, SUITE 401
NEW YORK, NEW YORK 10018
TEL: (917) 362-1322 FAX: (917) 591-6813

NEHST STUDIOS TO HOST
“BOOT CAMP” FILM TRAINING

Larry Meistrich Offers Opportunity of a Lifetime to Philadelphia Screen Writers & Filmmakers

NEHST Studios will train Philadelphia area aspiring filmmakers and writers looking
for their first big break, and company executives will be on hand seeking new ideas
and talent for a $250 Million film fund slate of projects coming up.

WHAT: Filmmakers Boot Camp
WHEN: May 30-June 1, 2008 (Fri., 6pm-10pm, Sat. 10am-6pm & Sun., 10am-6pm)
WHERE: T.B.A.
WHO: Writers, Directors, Producers, Anyone!
HOW: Register online at www.filmboot.com for Philly boot camp.

FEES:
· GENERAL ENROLLMENT: $395
· STUDENTS: $150 (enter PHSTU150 as discount code when registering online)
· FILM ORG. DISCOUNT: $300

The Filmmakers Boot Camp is taught by Larry Meistrich, NEHST Studios Chairman, Founder and Hollywood insider. Meistrich offers a rare opportunity for local aspiring filmmakers and writers to learn the A-Z’s of successful filmmaking from his own experiences and successes. Meistrich founded the first indie film studio ‘The Shooting Gallery’ and is the award-winning producer of Sling Blade, Belly, You Can Count on Me, and Croupier. “We are working hard to help break down the Hollywood barriers and make sure other talented aspiring film makers and actors can have access and take part in the industry as well,” states Meistrich.

The Filmmakers Boot Camp is a three day intensive workshop which will cover the how to's of; producing, financing, filmmaking, and content creation. Topics include: how the business is changing/strategies you can use to succeed, career opportunities in the new media, and secrets to pitching your ideas and producing/negotiating/distributing a feature film. All Film Boot Camp attendees will get an insider’s look at how to navigate the film industry and then will have the chance to pitch and potentially sign their own production deal. Over 12 deals have been made already… Are you next?

For information and online registration, visit www.filmboot.com or www.nehst.com

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now accepting short film & video submissions for Art & Music festival

2008-03-15T20:43:29Z

RDiMT in association with Lightning in a Bottle Art & Music Festival are now accepting original short-form film & video submissions to showcase at our late night projection area this year.

We are putting a call out for engaging, funny, surreal, thought-provoking, avant-garde, ridiculous, sublime material but most importantly works generated by *you*. Entries should be no longer than 5 minutes, but anything that captures the imagination will be considered for screening, so don't put away that brilliant 11 minute documentary you made on the man-eating chipmunks of the African Sierra. We want to see it all.

please see the official announcement here:

http://tribes.tribe.net/renegadedriveinmovietheater/thread/d2a72bfe-b2af-488f-9419-d187eeb636fd

************

for the uninitiated:

Lightning in a Bottle is an interactive art & music festival, currently in its 3rd year at its current location in Santa Barbara, CA. Conceived by The Do Lab, an LA- based event production company that has created interactive environments within larger art & music festivals such as Coachella, Summer Sonic (Japan), & Electric Picnic (Ireland), LIB is an eclectic blend of music, art, performance, workshops and green energy that will take place over 4 days this year at the Live Oaks Campgrounds on May 23 - 26th. Powered almost entirely through solar energy & biodiesel, their mission is to create an event where participants can have amazing and fulfilling experiences whilst remaining fully conscious of the natural environment and minimizing their effect upon it.

http://lightninginabottle.org/2008/

Renegade Drive-In Movie Theatre (RDiMT) is a collective of outdoor-cinemaphiles that hold spontaneous movie screenings in random & covert locations, projecting a chosen film onto raw surfaces in unconventional locations found within the varied urban landscape of Los Angeles. Date & rendezvous point are usually announced 24-72 hours in advance and participants are encouraged to maintain a low profile when arriving at clandestine locations. Chosen films have been projected onto sides of trains, highway underpasses, deserted downtown alleys, abandoned buildings, etc. No (dark) surface goes unconsidered. Due to the barren nature of some of our chosen locations, the audiences must often bring their own seating, and of course whatever refreshments they wish to imbibe or share with others. We have yet to encounter any trouble from John Law, but the possibility is always there and well, adds to the whole experience.

http://tribes.tribe.net/renegadedriveinmovietheater

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Mystical Mysfits )'( Video is Up!

2008-02-13T08:17:04Z

It was a long time in the making, but I hope you enjoy it!!
Thanks,
Terry
http://blip.tv/file/662751

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A New Genre

2008-01-22T08:50:27Z

Birth.

About two decades of so called education which is today more a rat-race for learning tools to earn money rather than gain any true knowledge. Entering the rat race for about 40-50 years to earn money, at times selling your soul and then the obvious and unavoidable…..death !

In this non-stop, assembly line like transition from one end of the continuum to the other, relationships like parents, siblings, spouses and children and emotions like love, friendship and hatred, and, events like success and failure happen to us.

Whether or not we understand these dearest of relationships, the people we come across and claims to love, emotions, passions and events we encounter or the raison d'être of life itself is no more a concern in the rat-race for more, whether it be for money or material goods.

That joie de vivre is today nothing more than trinkets in malls and that we spend our lives running after something we will lose in less than a century along with the most precious of our gifts, LIFE itself,…is strangely enough not a concern for the PRAGMATIC and WORLDLY.

Where from we come, where to we go and why…the most logical questions a CEO of the biggest Fortune 500 may ask are not asked about the biggest projects of all…LIFE.

The reason for the brief event called LIFE…the reason for its joys and sorrows..the reason why we can never find what we are always REALLY after…that most elusive of all treasures…HAPPINESS…these are some questions we think of all our lives and never have time or opportunity to ask or ponder about...

This blog is an honest and creative endeavour to understand life and spread smiles on the faces of all those we rub our shoulders against by bringing along like minded people. This blog wishes to raise these questions on a platform which will bring on one stage …both believers and agnostics…men of God and men of the world…and a rare few who have bridged the divide to understand how LIFE ought to be truly LIVED.

The long term goal is to develop film scripts, TV serials and media entities which will espouse such ideas in an era of inane and mundane media.
This is a humble beginning in the internet era which has shown the power of ONE.

In the forthcoming blogs I will be discussing ideas for film scripts and TV serials, which I intend to grow into a movement with the sheer power of internet's bandwagon effect. In the future I also intend to include ads on this blog in order to start monetizing for the future endeavours.

So hop in and contribute if you too think out of the box and want a change for the better.

http://livenow-media.blogspot.com/

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Aberrant behavior-auditions saturday the 19th 2263 mission (between 18th & 19th) 3:30-6:30 (Also looking for crew)

2008-01-16T12:15:39Z

I'm making a film, that will be somewhat explicit in parts. Also, there will be imagery that needs nudity.
I am afraid that I will not be able to cut the content of the movie script, even if I find actors interested .You can e-mail me with rates, photos, questions, etc. If your an actor or actress who has worked in nudity and/or sexual situations, is comfortable with it, and would like to take on a feature narrative film as a major role please e-mail me or show up to the auditions. The two main roles are the ones that require it but there are others. If you would like to be featured in sequences that do not involve the main characters, but are part of dreamlike imagery you can either show up to the audition, or e-mail me with link to your work. Best place to e-mail:
theperiodmovie@yahoo.com

Here is the plot:
Aberrant Behavior, is basically about two self destructive anarchistic-y street kids who have an exaggerated form of pica, a disorder where people feel compelled to eat non-food materials, carpet, dirt, soap, drano, various chemicals, etc. as portrayed as a drug addiction. Who are in a very self destructive relationship, there perfect for each-other except they literally kill each-other by being together. A lot of psycho-sexual/self mutilation-masochism in this one.There's more to it, but that's the basic synopsis. If your interested in acting check out the posting under the talent section.

Keep in mind the budget of this movie will probably stay around 25-35, 000 dollars (already secured), so just warning I can't pay the highest rates

Thanks-
Jason

Here is the original posting:

I have a new movie called "Aberrant Behavior" auditioning Sat. 1/19 3:30-6:3- at the Dark Room SF 2263 Mission off of 19th and Mission@ 3:30 - 6:30. (My first movie "the period" came out through Sub Rosa Cinema can be seen/bought at Netflix www.myspace.com/theperiodmovie, as well as various other outlets)
Aberrant Behavior, is basically about two self destructive anarchistic-y street kids who have an exaggerated form of pica, a disorder where people feel compelled to eat non-food materials, carpet, dirt, soap, drano, various chemicals, etc. as portrayed as a drug addiction. There's more to it, but that's the basic synopsis. If you can't make it to the auditions, you can send me a head shot with resume, or whatever you want. We can then decide when and where to meet.

I will be hiring for many roles, all ages (over 18) races, sizes, etc. But here are the main characters:
Main Characters:
Victor Muertos: (Mid to late twenties) Half Mexican/Half white (Half latino/half white will probably work). Black hair, down to chin and five o clock shadow. (Flexible though). Tall and thin but not too thin.
Dark, brooding, depressed, prone to long winded sarcastic, cynical rants. Living off the state for mental depression, and addiction, but eventually breaks himself from the state. He hates the state, and normal life in general. He hates almost everything. He is sort of sloppy hipster, slightly emo, slight slight slight goth meets street kid. Light or no body mod, piercings, etc. He eventually lives on the street because of choice.He falls in love with Aiko.

Aiko Zumbi (18-early twenties or look like it) Half Japanese/Half German (or Japanese, or half Japanese/Half white). Shorter than Victor, thin but still slightly curvy.
Street kid with a bit of dark hippie. Has been sexually abused as a child. Prone to violence. Prone to long winded rants, or sometimes just total silence. Dark, cynical, with a very bleak view of life. Body mods, tattoo's, piercings, fine. Dreaded or colored hair fine as well. Actually preffered.
She falls in love with Victor.

Emma May (20's to 30's) Actress must be thin, because character is anorexic. Very fake, superficial, manic laughing. Very self deluded. She doesn't really see her anorexia as a problem, she think she looks great though she's obviously dieing and goes to extremes to keep herself thin. She is always dressed up elegantly and thinks of herself as a proper lady even when doing something grotesque . She is a head executive at a advertising/pr firm that she gets a Victor a brief job at, through meeting him in a class over there mutual addictions. (Brief Nudity /Partial a few times)

Caseworker Joe (30's-40's) Written has hispanic, but open. Larger guy, tall, built like a shed, a bit fat but not flabby fat. Very coarse, to the point, direct "Take no shit" kind of guy. Very normal, buys into the whole big house in the suburbs, good job, etc. He is Victor's Caseworker, and is tired of Victor's Shit, and believes he is not trying to quit. (None)

Glitters- a gay gangster rapper, take everything that's a cliche and horrible about it and flip it so that it's gay (some, will also need male models)

Pedida Muertos-Victors Mother. A nearly catatonic morally apprehensive drug addict who's always sleeping with random guys and ignoring her child (Some nudity/sexual situations can be negotiated to less)

And then random visuals, nudes for some flashback scenes (of some sort of psuedo porn the main characer shot) a girl that Victor sleeps with before he falls in love with Zumbi (requires brief nudity/sexuality) and some body part imagery that will not feature the face of the actor/actress, among other thing

I need before I even start:
Prostethetics/Makeup- There are many parts of my movie that need gore, ghoulish makeup or creating body casts for dreamlike effect (like a scene where they fall onto the ground and break like porcelain blood-paint spraying out of them creating a heart) but most importantly I need someone who can help make someone look anorexic, eye sockets reccessed , hips sticking out, ribs sticking out, shoulder blades, etc. I can't start without this because it's one of the main characters.

Boom-I have someone lined up for operating boom/mixing sound, but I'm not sure he'll always be available. I need someone who has at least some experience in this to help. I have equipment but having (better?) equipment would be great.

Props- It would be great to have someone who can assist in creating edible (or non toxic) chemicals, substances, materials for the main characters to ingest. It would also free me up to think about other things.

Lighting/ Art Department/ Set Design/Decoration/Locations- I need someone who can do a lot without a lot who can work with unusual materials. Who isn't too expensive or I won't be able to afford you. Also may be able to transform other locations into desired location.Things needed for instance underground bomb shelter turned into run down sorta apartment. Abandoned buildings. Offices. Fashion Show. A sewer, where the characters live in and eat off of trash.

Original posting:

Set Decorators/Builders:
Though the majority of the movie will be in real locations. There will be a few sets built, and sets that will be decorated to fit the movie. I am looking for people who have experience building sets (theater experience would be great) on a low budget. Resourcefullness in materials is needed (Meaning you can do a lot with not a lot). Building flats, painting, decorating.

Prosthetics/ Make-Up: Though this is not a gore horror movie. There is quite a few instances of gore. People who have experience in mold making, prostethics, sculpture. etc. would be very helpfull. Also people good at making people looking sickly or malnourished through make-up needed. In addition Emma May, the severe anorexic will need added pieces to protrude her brows and jaw, her ribs, collar bones, hip bones, etc to make herself appear much thinner. Actually a lot of make up needs from simple to complex through out the movie.

Vfx-Compositors- Though this will not be a special effects epic, there will be things needed. Good flashy two animations/composting for some of the fake commercials/promos. Possible fire and underwater animation. Some manipulation of the video -color fluctuations, shrinking an enlarging, simple morph effects, color globules to represent visual aberrations in the characters eye-sight. Some 3-D needed especailly those who are good working with modeling human figures. But mostly more simple 2-D basic 3-D stuff. I may do this myself, but send me a link to your work, and I might hire you for the movie.

Props: I will be doing much of this myself, but may need help in re-creating chemicals, materials, such as drano, soap, dirt, carpet, many other instances through-out the script, to create realistic looking edible (or at least non toxic ) substitutes for the substances they swallow.

Mechanical/Puppetry- Not needed for a lot of the movie. But there is a few scenes with Emma Mays giant snake like tape worm that slithers around. Also a scene where skull bowls start vomiting (have to read script to explain) Could do myself, just seeing if anyone else might be interested.

Lighting Designer: Though I will likely take over this role myself, and a lot of the footage will be shoot in the streets style. There will be a few locations that will be staying in for a long while in the script, and would like good, stylized lighting for maximum creepy effectiveness.

Costume: I already have a few people on board for this, but as this movie ends in a big Valentines Day Fashion Show. I am looking for people who could be commisioned for clothing for that event (and other sequences in the movie as well). Also, previously made pieces could work.

Underwater Camera- Anyone who would like to rent me an underwater camera, or who has experience filming underwater, this is needed for a few sequences.

Boom Mic/ Sound Mixer- I already have someone onboard for this, but never hurts to have a second position, or a backup

Pyro/ Fire Safety/Explosion - This really isn't needed for a lot of the movie. But there is one scenes where a whole room catches on fire (with possible stuntman that catches on fire, I made do this in special effects). There is another scenes where a home-made bomb blows a crack into a wall and makes it crumble. I want these scenes to come off effective and safe.

Security- Not throughout the whole movie, but there will be scenes where I will be filming in potentially dangerous locations, and a climax that will need crowd control

Legal/ Locations- I will probably do this myself, but if anyone has experience in finding or knowing of great locations, or securing permits for locations. I might be interested in working with you.

Production Assistants/Co-Ordinaters (I am sure you know what this means)

Music- I have most of the music worked out. But a band fell out that I really felt I needed for some sequences. If your music is post -rocky, slow core or has that aphex twin meets godspeed you black emperor I may be interested. The kind of bands I'm looking for: Mew, Godspeed you black emperor, Explosions in the sky, Spiritualized, 65 days of static, Sigur Ros. Also in some music Portis-Heady could work.

Thanks
-Jason

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Video Editing and DVD authoring

2008-01-15T20:45:45Z

I'm a video editor with a Final Cut Studio 2 system looking to add work to my demo reel. Any artists or filmmakers looking for a reliable editor
please contact me. Check out my website at www.e3filmworks.com. Will work with you on price based on amount of video footage. Can also
author your project to DVD.

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Gaffer/Sound Mixer/PAs Sought

2007-12-24T17:10:32Z

Griot Soul Films, an Oakland-based non-profit film company is looking for a Gaffer, Sound Mixer-Boom Op, and additional PAs for our feature, scheduled to begin shooting January 19th. It's a 21 day shoot on weekends through March. The ability to bring your own equipment is a plus. On-set experience necessary. We've secured the rest of the crew and cast.

Compensation:
* 1 year free advertising on our website = estimated to reach 12,000 individuals over that period.
* Connect with a network of dedicated professionals.
* Recommendation for the Executive Director pending positive completion of the project.
* Copy/credit/professionally catered meals.

We are producing a groundbreaking project - the first of its kind. Check out our website at http://www.griotsoulfilms.org and our trailer at http://www.afterellen.com/blwe/12-14-07?page=0%2C5

If interested and available reply to director@griotsoulfilms.org

Thanks!

GSF

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Please Help me win some gear! 24hr film contest!! PLEASE HELP!!!

2007-10-25T20:50:15Z

Hello you guys!

I have been promoting our film madly - I've created
fliers to post, little 'cards' to hand out to people,
and I've sent out batches of emails in groups (I still
have lots more to send out!).

The only way we are going to win is if we ALL promote
like MAD! Below I have copied the email I sent out to
the Whaddya group - use it or change it to suit your
needs. I've attached the flier and 'cards' - you can
change them or use them as is. Please tell EVERYONE
YOU KNOW! Make sure they rate it!!! There are many
problems with the mac site - the main ones that affect
us are
1. You can't search by our movie name - it doesn't
work.
2. Using the email to a friend function on our page
sends a link that doesn't work (or it didn't last time
I checked).
3. The only thing that seems to work is searching by
our team name -
whaddyagonnadoaboutit

Thanks!

Whaddya Gonna Do About It? team entered the
Insomnia Film Festival
Turn 24 hours into a
3-minute masterpiece

The list of elements were given out at 9am EST on
October 13th, we shot at 3 locations, our visual
effects master Andrew Coggeshall was importing and
working while we set up for the next shots. I was
importing footage into Final Cut by 6pm. By 2am I had
picture-lock and I handed off to John Madden for
scoring. Dana Jae proved to be the marathan champion
by mixing and compressing at the wee hours of the
morning to get it uploaded by 9am EST on October 14th.

It was a fantastic learning experience - and we ended
up with a pretty cool little movie. AND WE NEED YOUR
HELP TO WIN!!! There were 3000 entries this year, so
competition will be tough. You can help by watching
and rating movies - the 25 entries with the highest
rating on November 9 at 12:00 a.m. EST will be
screened by industry professionals, including Barry
Sonnenfeld, James Mangold, and Nora Ephron. The
biggest hit with either the public or the pros, each
member of the team will receive a MacBook Pro with
Final Cut Studio 2, Logic Studio, and Shake! THIS
PRIZE WILL HELP US MAKE MORE MOVIES!

So... I encourage you to check it out! Please tell
all of your friends & family, too! You have to create
a Mac ID - if you have ever ordered from Mac or
iTunes, you already have one. You will also need
Quicktime Player - available for free download at Mac.

Whaddya Gonna Do About It? Productions presents...
8 3/4
Please watch and rate it by going to
http://edcommunity. apple.com/ insomnia_ fall07/
in the search field enter our team name:
whaddyagonnadoaboutit
8 and 3/4 will come up, click to watch

I would love to hear your comments! Thanks!

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Teach me Final Cut Pro ??

2007-10-22T17:20:31Z

Looking for a friend to show me how to edit on final cut pro. I have the program and others like it. I have the laptop/Cannon GL2 and tripods and Other equipment for filming a short or just filming basic stuff. Also, how do I get into the vast market of corporate filming >?? I would like to start a business or maybe merge with a business someone else has already going. I film, Edit on iMovie and Have LiveType Program too. Others also that relate to filming/editing. I just do as a hobby for now But wouldn't mind making a little income on the side with this.

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Time for magic: abstract visuals

2007-09-20T19:55:24Z

I've finally got to post some video art visuals that I've made. They're abstract video art that I've made as visuals for electronic music of Arroyo Seco Project. If you'ld like to see them please check out my blog:

http://losangeles.tribe.net/template/pub%2Coc%2CDetail.vm?topicid=562641d4-f9d9-4fcf-8ec1-c90d583f67e0&plugin=blog&inst=9290499

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Raw stock - Video Tape in SF?

2007-06-14T17:26:20Z

Oh for fucks sake, where can you buy good video tape here in the city of SF. Web searches just reveal dubious production companies. Im about to pull my hair out!

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Putting together some gear - input needed

2007-06-03T23:17:25Z

OK, I'm finally in the position where I can build myself a decent shooting rig. My plan is to be able to do weddings/corporate/performance gigs for work and some low budget film stuff for fun. I'm looking for any input on the various accessories I'm planning on getting and if there are any must-have items I am forgetting about in the initial purchase.

Camera:
Panasonic DVX100B - I really want the HVX200, but it's would totally blow my budget.

Mics:
Wireless lav: http://www.fullcompass.com/product/326818.html
Shotgun with boom pole: http://www.guygraphics.com/GGPROD-19000.html

Plus a couple of 8 hour batteries, a hard case and good headphones.

I've already got a decent tripod and a homemade steadycam.

Phase 2 would be getting a better tripod and perhaps a jib arm, remote zoom/iris controls, wide angle and telephoto attachment lenses and some lighting stuff.

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Note from tribe.net: please assign a moderator

2007-06-01T16:08:32Z

Hey there, "videographers" members--

This Tribe doesn't have an active moderator, but as a matter of policy, Tribe.net likes all groups to have a leader. Can you collectively choose someone to moderate your Tribe?

When you've reached consensus, have the new moderator send a note to help@tribe.net, with the words "Moderator Change –videographers" in the subject header, letting us know that you've selected a new leader. Please be sure to include a link to this discussion thread!

Thanks--

TOU (Terms of Use) Guy

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searching for your home movie footage or a project that you've been working on

2007-05-04T18:48:10Z

I am starting research on a new project for Discovery Channel and I think it could be a good opportunity for a lot of fellow documentary filmmakers out there. A lot of us spend time documenting our own lives or the lives of our friends and family, but then put down the camera to work on another project, and we don't really do anything with the footage, we just wanted to document the moment and hold on to it.

If you think you have an amazing and interesting story that's been captured on videotape or film, we would like to give you the ability to share it. We also want the people who are providing the footage to help shape the story and they will work with the producers to tell the story.

I am looking for people who have spent time videotaping their own lives. This could be anything from taping their own adventures - to taping your friends and family during an incredibly difficult time - to videotaping the last few weeks of a loved one before they passed. Most importantly, we are looking for people that have captured a poignant and challenging part of their lives on videotape.

We are looking for home movies, video diaries or any other way that you have captured an event on tape. All formats are welcome.

If you feel like you might have some video footage that fits this description, please send your name, where you are located and a description of your footage to:

YourDocs2007@arp.tv.

Thanks for reading this. If you could find the time to pass on this information... be it through forwarding this email, or posting it to your blog, or maybe you know someone who fits what I am looking for.

Thanks,
Blake

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Looking for tutor/training Sony Vegas

2007-04-20T04:08:45Z

Hello, l live in Los Angeles and am looking to hire someone to teach me the basics for video editing on Sony's Vegas software. I don't need to do anything too fancy, just the ins and outs of capturing, rendering, basic effects, basic audio, etc. Let me know the rates for your time, and l look forward to connecting with you....drop me a private message to discuss.

Thank You!

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YouTube and such

2007-04-05T05:26:04Z

Just wondering what peoples' opinions are on the merits and drawbacks of putting material up on sites like YouTube, blip.tv and Revver. Do you prefer one over the others? What sort of things would you host/not host on such sites? Its one thing for someone to post their funny home videos, but when you're at least semi-pro there seems to be more to think about...

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DVR sort of???

2007-02-25T22:07:29Z

I'm having a hell of time with digital distortion on my Panasonic Camera. Sent it to be fixed, but still having problems.

I have a weekly event where I record and then send out clips.

What I want to do Is use the camera as a camera and not a recorder, record the video to something more solid and less headachy then tape and then port the thing to the computer for editing.

I was thinking MythTv or something directly on the computer, but how would I get the video signal from the camera's composit out to coax, so it can go 2 rooms away to where a computer is?

The prices on Security DVR systems seem pretty good but I can not find details on video quality or if I can get the video off of them in digital format. This would be good because I can set it up right where the camera is.

Thanks,
~D

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Looking for input on a video I edited and some help..

2007-02-23T01:25:49Z

www.metacafe.com/watch/421...sic_video/

I edited this on Final Cut 5
The footage inside the studio was shot with three cameras-Sony's and switched with a Grass Valley Switcher recorded onto DV at Framingham Public Access Studio.

The club shots are shot with 2 Sony VX2000 I was on hand held.
The driving sequences are shot with a Sony TRV-900

I could use some tips!
Such as I how to compress video better for the web. This is an MPEG4 video. I do have one edited as HD and it looks great but it's to much space for online.

The band Typhoon Ferri are Rock/pop and have been playing every weekend for almost 12 years. They are a New England band but have played in many places. www.typhoonferri.com for more on the band.

Thanks for your time,
WallsSTudio

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Underground Videography

2007-02-14T21:28:08Z

I was recently doing some subterranean video and ran into a couple of problems. The first was condensation. I found as I moved through different areas with different temperatures and humidity my lens would frequently fog up with condensation. Any ideas to solve this? Someone suggested maybe putting some of those HotPaws chemical warmers on the lens with some elastic.

The other problem was lighting. Bringing a generator down was not only impractical, but possibly dangerous in a confined space. One of the photographers I was with brought some road flares which created a lot of light, but the flares were red, essentially making the image monochromatic. On top of that the flares very quickly started to flicker.

My budget is pretty much nil, but any ideas or advice on shooting in these conditions would be appreciated.

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Shotgun Mics for ENG style shooting

2007-02-11T19:05:10Z

Hi Videographers -

I am getting ready to buy the Panasonic HVX200. I am having trouble deciding on a Shotgun Mic. I have read so many reviews from different forums on various websites.

I had worked at a television station (using Sony XDCAM and Beta SP cameras) where I covered everything from Educational, Entertainment (concerts - B-Roll), premieres), Sports (NASCAR, B-Roll of Soccer Games, etc.), Reality to Documentary, etc.

I know I will be covering these events for various production companies but I will also be getting more into filming.

I hope I can get some good advice from someone that has already been in this situation or going through it now.
Also, I am buying a Wireless Handheld Mic for interviews, so I will have this in my package. (Sennheiser EW100ENG-G2 with a Sennheiser Mic, Probably the MD46

1) how good is the HVX200's on camera mic? What is it compared to? (ex. is it better than the lower end shotgun mics?)

2) what will be a good shotgun mic (this will be mounted on Camera) to use for ENG style shooting (as stated above). I hope I can have a choice of around 3 to choose from. I know Sony uses the ECM 672 on their XDCAMs, however, these are $500+, and I think they're too big for the HVX200.

3) as far as getting a shotgun mic for filming (using a boom), I figure I can always rent one or buy one when the time arrives.

Thanks for all your imput.

Jimmy

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CALL FOR FILM SHORTS Deadline February 26th 2007

2007-01-20T18:03:25Z

APPLEDORE VISUAL ARTS FESTIVAL 2007
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CALL FOR FILM SHORTS Deadline February 26th 2007

Appledore Visual Arts Festival is an annual four day event. In 2007 (May 31st – June 3rd) we will be celebrating our 10th Anniversary. From its inception the Festival has grown in quality, content and popularity. Today it is recognized as a major high quality visual and performing arts event with a growing regional and national profile. Most of our events are free and our aim is to offer an innovative programme of high quality visual and performing arts events. The Festival is run during spring half-term and attracts over 10,000 visitors from the local region as well as visitors from all over the UK. Our objective is to offer an exciting and diverse range of events for all age groups, including young people.

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As a reflection of the high quality of our programming we are currently funded by the Arts Council. Our patron is Lord David Puttnam and our major corporate sponsor is Bray Leino, an international communications agency.

To celebrate our 10th year the Festival theme will be ‘Wide River’. This will be a contemporary celebration of the confluence of the Torridge and Taw Rivers, which have shaped Appledore’s unique natural and historical environment for centuries.

During the Festival we run a Film Shorts Programme, we are now inviting submissions for Film Shorts. Selected Film Shorts will be screened on the nights of Thursday May 31st, Friday June 1st and Saturday June 2nd.

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Terms and Conditions :

Eligibility :
• All production techniques
• Maximum film duration 30 minutes
• All films must be submitted as PAL DVD
• Content must be appropriate for a wide audience of all ages
• Accept English language films and those subtitled in English
• Applicants can submit multiple films to more than one category

Categories :
1. Films on the 2007 Festival theme of ‘Wide River’
2. Films produced by young people aged 11 – 21
3. Films produced by local filmmakers
4. Films based on local subject matter
5. Films on the theme of Ceramics and Ceramic Artists
6. Open category

Prizes :
1. Best film on the theme of ‘Wide River’ (selected by Judging Panel)
2. Best film produced by young people (selected by Judging Panel)
3. Best film from any category (selected by audience vote)

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Selection & Notification : All applications will be reviewed and short listed for selection by our Programming Panel. Successful applicants will be notified by March 26th, 2007. A list of successful applicants and their films titles will also be posted on-line. If applicants do not hear from Appledore Arts by this date, your application has not been successful.

Return Policy : Films will only be returned if a fully paid stamped addressed envelope is provided. We regret that overseas entries cannot be returned under any circumstances.

If you are interested in applying, please send your entry form and film(s) to:

Appledore Arts, 3 Marine Parade, Appledore, Devon, EX39 1PJ by February 26th, 2007.

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Kind regards, Fiona Fraser-Smith (Project Manager)

M: 07900 212747, E: info@appledorearts.org

http://www.appledorearts.org/film.htm

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Rates

2007-01-01T19:40:25Z

I'm getting ready to shoot some promotional videos for a variety of performers at a local arts festival, musicians, actors, magicians, etc. I was wondering what people here thought reasonable rates would be. I'll be shooting SD and providing edited DVDs of performances with the option of digital stills as well. I was thinking of charging a half day rate for each performance which I figure at $250 Canadian and another $250 for editing and burning. That sound reasonable? Am I low balling?

Thanks all. This is a new area for me.

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visuals

2006-12-15T13:29:52Z

Smooth Energy by Jim Sullivan
Yes, following up on the stonking success of "Abstract Visuals", here's Jim's next masterpiece (on sale now at £14.99). This has all been created at HD resolution (720p) and has only been mixed down to DVD resolution at the last stage to keep the pi9cture quality as high as possible for projection and large screen playback. Needless to say the picture quality looks great and it should be an excellent DVD just in time for christmas =).
have alook and have fun http://www.abstractvisuals.com/

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Date and Time Stamp issue

2006-11-22T00:24:43Z

Here is what happened:

I shot something with OUT setting the date and time samp burn. When I viewed the tape on my sony dsr11 deck I found that it didnt burn the date and time. Although when I set it to show "data code" it came up with the proper date and time. (its needed for legal reasons)

How can I get the data or info to burn onto another tape or bring into FCP with the date an time stamp? I cant just burn a 3rd party CG date and time because the video starts and stops and an accurate representation of the actual moment in time is needed for legal reasons.

I shot it on a panasonic dvc200.

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VIDEO MAKERS SAILING THE MED>JOIN US!

2006-11-18T16:57:24Z

Beginning in March next year, we are inviting 9 people to cruise from Bodrum, Turkey along the Turkish coast, Cyprus, Athens, Alexandria on a share expenses basis (very, very inexpensive). We began a documentary in Paris and Turkey last year, and now as it gets warmer in Turkey we are going to complete it. We have a US distributor, and everyone involved will share in profits. It could be quite profitable for you and a real life changer. We are in pre-production of three others...one on black jazz in Paris after WWII until now. We have a Turkish captain/crew/cook on our 70' Gulet, 6 double staterooms still available, all with their own head (toilet and shower). Qualifications? Simply to be able to get along with people. Age? Our producer is 60, our editor is 25. Age inmaterial if you are young in spirit. If you have video experience (HD MiniDV PAL and Final Cut Pro, writing) all the better, but we are doing this to perhaps expand the focus of our documentary which is based on the mystical aspects of Alexander the Great - Title: Force of Evidence. Creative people get free reign as long as they don't sink the ship or the project. We are interested to add some human interest...profound, provocative, funny...to the program, so film making experience in not a requirement. Come for a week or two months. Email me for details.

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Short video and image contest - Zannel Fest

2006-11-10T20:34:28Z

Videomaking Tribe folks may be interested in Zannel Fest, an on-line contest for short form video, still images and art. We're looking for the kind of stuff we'll think is so amazing we'll want to pass on to our friends, family, office-mates, and nearby impressionable infants. And then we'll award selected entries with things like cash, shirts, syrup, and other crazy prize stuffs.

And luckily this festival is free to submit to. No more pesky registration fees when all you have to do is have access to the Internet and be able to press an upload button. But perhaps the best part of registering for Zannel Fest, in addition to prizes, is that you’ll also be (if you want!) one of the very first users of an almost launched content sharing network that encompasses mobile phones, the Internet, and possibly a device that hasn't been invented yet, like the PK-109 Video Helmet.

Participants are invited to submit original works in two categories - pictures or videos. Just make it fun, cool, sweet, or [insert your favorite superlative HERE].

All the info is here: www.zannelfest.com

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!!!CALL FOR ENTRIES!!!

2006-11-02T21:20:56Z

Entry Deadline: Febuary 1, 2007

The Delta International Film and VIdeo Festival is devoted to showcasing the work of independentt film and video artists. We are looking for work that exibits exceptional artistry, insight, and innovation in all categories and genres. We welcome submissions from established and emerging artists working in the United States and internationally. We also seek work made by students currently wnrolled in college or university. Cash Awards.
We at DIFVF belive that filmmaking is a profoundly unique phenomenon of cultural exploration and selff-expression. We wish to promote and give visibility to the art of filmmaking by celebrating and recognizing the work of outstanding filmmakers and video artists. We look forward to receiving your entry!

Text for Call

The Delta International Film and Video Festival
March 30-31, 2007
Cleveland, Mississippi
Entry Deadline: Febuary 1, 2007
www.difvf.com
662-846-4731----(Robyn Moore)
rmoore@deltastate.edu

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From Montreal or Vancouver?

2006-09-12T17:36:45Z

Free Promo

www.onelovemedia.ca

submit your work.

cheers,
shannon

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Doc about history making project! 8/23(1pm) and 8/24(10pm) in San Fran CH27. Please watch and feedback!

2006-08-15T19:15:18Z

A 30 minute educational/documentary about my project 30 films in 30 days will be on Channel 27 on Wednesday 8/23 at 1pm, and Thursday 8/24 at 10pm. This airing is sadly only available inside San Francisco on Cable (EATV), but it has already aired 4 times on the 127 outlets in the state of California that are supplied by the CCCSAT satellite (we got picked up in April, aired in April and May).
I would be most grateful for viewers, and following that, any feedback that might make future projects quality.
This is a very exciting thing for all of us here, and hopefully is one of the many fractured introductions that Whaddya Gonna Do About It? Productions have been leaking out for the last few years.
Our first feature, which predates 30.30 by one year, will be releasing soon, so there is a huge amount of product in the pipeline coming out soon for those who like our styles.

This was a history making endeavor that has been universally reacted to with shock and awe. No one in history had ever attempted to make 30 films in 30 days, but we attempted and succeeded.

Please support this and forward to as many people as you can. A single shot is all most of us will ever get... I have been very fortunate, blessed really, to be able to achieve some of my dreams, but they need to be shared with an audience, and there is no better audience than that of my peers and fellow artists.

Thank you very very sincerely.
-John Madden
Whaddya Gonna Do About It? Productions

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Digital Sony Handycam for sale

2006-07-25T00:00:52Z

Digital Video Camera Recorder- $500 OBO
This camera has only been used a couple of times and is in PERFECT condition.
120X Carl Zeiss
Digital Zoom Vario Sonnar
Mega Pixel
Precision LCD Monitor
Memory Stick Pro
Night-shot
Remote Control
And more...
Comes with tripod, image Mixer CD, multi pocketed case, tapes and all original paperwork

Contact: globalfix@sbcglobal.net

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rogue panty soccer video (tribe connected)

2006-07-19T06:55:20Z

Yesterday a block from my pad ~

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sM9RKfHi3bM

~ If the link doesn't connect just click it again

:)

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Production Assistant Position for Documentary Film

2006-06-25T23:35:36Z

Positions for Production Assistants Now Available For Exciting & New Documentary Film!

www.authentic-unifying.com/film.html

PROJECT
We are presently in production of a wonderful documentary film entitled, In the Heart of the Deathless, which explores the vitality for life which is to be found through a direct confrontation with death. Production has grown to such a degree that we now seek additional assistance to satisfy the basic needs of production.

POSITION
We seek individuals with prior experience for two positions:
1) On-Set Assistant: Help set-up and strike the lights and sound for a basic “interview-style” film-set. Several interviews may be scheduled during the week (Thurs – Sat) throughout the SF Bay Area and elsewhere. Each interview lasts no more than two hours, necessitating a maximum 3-hour time commitment from PAs. All filming is scheduled a minimum of ten-days in advance and you will be notified upon scheduling.
2) Off-Set Assistant: Help in office by responding to e-mail & voicemail, scheduling interviews, running errands, and sending postal mail. Position may also include the possibility for grant-writing, web-design, and public relations / marketing.

COMPENSATION
Both Production Assistant positions will receive credit in the film.
1) On-Set Assistant will gain invaluable filmmaking experience and a unique opportunity to meet some of the world’s most prominent scholars and spiritual leaders of our time. We also agree to provide one “craft service” meal per shoot.
2) Off-Set Assistant will receive a percentage of whatever moneys are generated by their direct assistance with the film (in terms of grant-writing, marketing, and general public-relations).

REQUISITE SKILLS:
1) On Set Assistant:
Filmmaking Experience / Technical skills
Organized & Personable / Able to work well with others
Punctual & Efficient / Capable of receiving and accomplishing necessary tasks promptly
Grant Writing / Sufficient writing skills for drawing up proposals from grants from template
Transportation / Valid and current driver’s license and vehicle

2) Off-Set Assistant:
Secretarial Skills / Appropriate phone presence and message-keeping
Organized & Personable / Able to work well with others
Punctual & Efficient / Capable of receiving and accomplishing necessary tasks promptly
Grant Writing / Sufficient writing skills for drawing up proposals from grants from template
Transportation / Valid and current driver’s license and vehicle

All interested applicants should please send resumes (replete with contact information, all prior education and filmmaking / secretarial job experience, and no fewer than two professional references) to:
Dan@authentic-unifying.com.

Upon receipt of your resume, we will be in contact with you to schedule an in-person interview.

Individuals with access to additional resources of film production (e.g., professionals, equipment, & financing) are encouraged to apply.

We sincerely feel that this film is desperately needed to be made, not only by those who have been diagnosed with terminal illness and their caretakers, but by the culture at large who have become so blinded by the lights of youth and beauty that they have lost sight of what is most valuable.

Please help us with your time and support by contacting us directly or sending this position request to any others who you feel may be interested in working with us on this film. Together, we can begin to make the difference that makes a difference.

With kind regards,
Dan

www.authentic-unifying.com/

--
Daniel Gaylinn, MA
Co-Founder, Authentic Unifying Media™
650-269-1169
Dan@authentic-unifying.com

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Anyone know of A Cinima Verite' group or want to start one up ?

2006-06-24T23:51:44Z

In real life

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Anyone seen ' Tarnation 'on Sundance Channel?

2006-06-24T23:49:41Z

I loved it and it really inspired me again to follow up on my love of Cinema Verite' anyone
else here into it ?

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Helmet Cams

2006-05-04T16:31:35Z

A friend of mine recently damaged his camera doing some extreme biking which got me to thinking about those tiny little helmet cams you can get. Has anyone used one of these before? What was the setup like? How was the quality?

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DIRECTOR NEEDS CREW

2006-05-04T07:05:29Z

OUT OF TIME
is a British Short film , thats in process at the moment and The Director ( thats me) needs Crew to help finish the Movie ,

i am also looking at starting up an InDi Film Group , Gangland Films and have various Scripts, shorts as well as two Features planed, i have some very good conections and have directed a short for BBC

anyone wanting to get on board !! Give me a shout. OFFER also open to anyone wanting to gain film making experiance.

paul 07757-207336

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attention film makers!

2006-05-04T00:28:23Z

CALLING ALL FILMMAKERS! ACTORS! MUSICIANS!
Producers and Directors! Videographers, Artists, Editors, YOU!

The 48 Hour Film Project is coming to San Francisco!
In a wild, sleepless weekend, you and a team will make
a movie--write, shoot, edit and score it. From
scratch. In 48 hours. On Friday, June 23rd, you'll
get a character, a prop, a line of dialogue and a
genre, all to include in your movie. By Sunday, June
25th, the movie must be complete. It will show at San
Francisco's storied Roxie Cinema the following week.

Sign Up Now!
www.48hourfilm.com/sanfrancisco

There are *three* ways to be involved:

1. FORM A TEAM. If you can rustle up enough folks to
make a movie, great! The project is open to pros and
amateurs alike. Just put together a team and register
on-line at www.48hourfilm.com/sanfrancisco and
then meet us on Friday, June 23rd, ready to go. There
are only a limited number of slots, so apply soon...

2. JOIN A TEAM. If you're interested in
participating, but not by leading a team, you can still
definitely be involved! There will be happy hours
where folks can meet team leaders and join their
teams, as well as other means to get in touch via our
web site. Get your information to team leaders at:
www.48hourfilm.com/join

...get your ear to the ground, by signing up for
the San Francisco 48HFP discussion group at:
movies.groups.yahoo.com/group/...ncisco/
..an email forum for all short-film matters, networking,
questions, services, etc.

3. ENJOY THE FILMS. Come on by to the see the
movies, and cast your ballot for the Audience Award.
You'll be amazed at what your friends and Bay-Area
neighbors can do! About a dozen brand-new
short films will debut each night, screening at SF's
Roxie Cinema. Dates are June 27, 28, and 29.

Roxie Cinema: 3117 16th Street (@ Valencia)
www.roxie.com

The winning San Francisco team will compete against
other films to represent the SF Bay at the 48 Hour
Film Project's national screening (2005 films screened
at Cinequest film festival!), and will compete for
additional prizes. Entry instructions can be found at
www.48hourfilm.com.

Have questions? Feel free to contact John (JD) David
at: firstharmonic@gmail.com

Come on out and make a movie!

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Omega Institute seeks Media Savvy Individuals

2006-04-27T17:05:49Z

Advertisement

For all you editors, writers, camerapeople and audio techies, there is a beautiful opportunity awaiting you. The Omega Institute is a holistic education center in Rhinebeck, New York (90 miles north of New Yok City). There are a few part-time positions open. Please check out the website for more information and to apply:

www.eomega.org/omega/job/se.../application/

Should you have further questions, feel free to send me a message or AIM me at QuigleyCantata.

Thanks,
Eric S.

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video editor needed located in San Francisco

2006-04-11T11:11:24Z

Hello everyone!

I am a former Ch. 29 producer in San Francisco who has been focusing now for 2 years to get a show on primetime network television. After spending a lot of time figuring out how to make my show into a one hour reality show appropriate for network TV, how to gain access to the top decision makers, and how the industry works in general, I finally have the eyes and ears of some of the biggest production companies in LA and NYC.

I have a 30 minute tape that I need edited down to about 10 minutes or so. The tape is high 8 and I do have a high 8 video camera so you can transfer the data to your computer.

I am operating a student budget so I am sorry I can’t offer any money in exchange for your work, however this is going to be reviewed and seen by all of the major players in the TV industry and could be a great resume builder.

If you are interested or know someone who is interested, I would like for this to be ready to send asap so please don’t hesitate to call or email me.

Thank you so much!!!!

Aymee Coget
415-637-9935
www.thehappyzone.com

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Rode VideoMic on-camera microphone

2006-03-28T08:06:55Z

I just videotapes a live band ( with amplified sound) with this mic on my camera and it came out distorted. I even manually lowered the recording audio levels and the levels didn't hit red and didn't sound distorted in my headphones.
I can probably fix this in post but I don't want this to happen again. Any ideas? Do I keep the audio levels down really low when recording amplified sound? I am recording so more live music events this week and don't want the same problems.

Thanks,
Amy

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make a few bucks this summer

2006-03-05T03:38:41Z

I was wondering if anyone would be interested in shooting buskers and street performers and sell the footage to me for $5 per?
This this is too high? Too low? Just right?
Gimmie some feedback and maybe I can swing it this summer.
Beats flippin' burgers.

z

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Avid, Vegas or Adobe

2006-03-04T18:57:13Z

Thoughts on which NLE is best for PC?

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Rate Sheet

2006-03-01T02:37:38Z

As I get my own film and video company started I find myself needing to create a lot of documents. One of those is a rate sheet. I was wondering if anyone here might be willing to post a template that they use for me to look at. Thanks.

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Shooting in a humid cave, any advice?

2006-02-16T20:23:06Z

I'm going to be shooting a Discovery show about caving. First show is a mile down in a very hot and humid enviroment. They say we can only stay at the bottom for 10 minutes at a crack (impossible to film that way). The show is in HD and we have to light the whole thing, quite a challenge! I'm thinking of putting the cameras in splash bags, with silica gel pouches in them. I'm also thinking of wearing air tanks. Any suggestions, or experiences?
Terry

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Shotgun Mic

2006-01-16T19:53:04Z

Howdy ya'll. Was hoping some folks in here would have a suggestion on a reasonably priced shotgun mic. Preferably without phantom power. Something that can take the love given it out in the field doing documentaries, ya know what I mean?

Any suggestions?

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Cinemasports - Iron Chef of Filmmaking, Bekeley Jan 28, 2006

2006-01-09T00:51:08Z

Cinemasports - Iron Chef of Filmmaking, Bekeley Jan 28, 2006

Cinemasports is the Iron Chef of Filmmaking. Teams have 10 hours to complete a movie with a list of ingredients. Finished movies screen the 11th hour, that very night. Oscar Winner Walter Murch says, "Something emerges that's not contained in any of the films..."

Pass this announcement along to you friends, and sign up early. Early entrants are guaranteed to screen, and this event will fill up! There's still no registration fee for Cinemasports. Screening is $10 for all.

www.cinemasports.com

Cinemasports Berkeley
9 AM Filmmakers' Kickoff / Ingredients Announced
Peace Wall at the Civic Center Park (MLK Park)
2151 Martin Luther King Jr. Way (between Allston Way & Center Street) , Berkeley, CA, 94705 USA

8 PM Public screening of finished movies
La Peña Cultural Center
3105 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA, 94705 USA Tickets: $10

Questions? info@cinemasports.com

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Video-recording interviews and talents

2006-01-05T03:34:24Z

I need to shoot some interviews in the next few weeks. SF would be convenient as the interviewees are there. There will be also video-recording of talents using a tele-prompter.

I have the equipment and the experience to do that but where where to go? The video clips will be inserted in a training package on DVD. I need some "professional" background.

Where to go? Find a meeting room in an hotel? Rent an office for the day? Anything that would be free like a public place?

Chris

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What's the best way to archive mini-DVs: DVD or Hard Drive transfer?

2005-12-31T23:38:59Z

I have about 50 miniDVs that I need to archive. I will hire someone to do it if necessary (anyone?).

What's the most cost effective and quality-preservative way to do this?

Thanks...

Elsa

415 203 9137

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FireStore FS4Pro issues

2005-12-31T23:32:16Z

Okay we bought a bunch of FireStore FS4 pro's for HD location work, also can be used for SDV. At any rate, these things are being a pain to mount on the Mac's desktop. The "Company" claims in the advertising that they will and Im hearing horror stories that not even Id make a movie out of. Anyone using FS4pros and have a similar mounting to desktop issue?

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Sony HDR-HC1

2005-12-30T20:11:07Z

wondering if anybody has experience with the Sony HDR-HC1

i'm about to buy my first camera and had my mind made up that i wanted a high quality hand held dv cam, something like the Optura 60, Sony DCR-PC100 or a Panasonic PV-GS400 but while doing my research, i discovered the HDR-HC1, which now seems like the way to go.

any thoughts or recs?

thanks!

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Seminar: “What is Producing” Tuesday, December 13, 2005 - SFSU Burk Hall 229 or remote access video stream

2005-12-13T06:02:58Z

Topic: “What is Producing”

Tuesday, December 13, 2005

6:00 – 7:00 PM

Burk Hall 229 or
remote connections (internet):

We will stream using Quicktime 7. Launch Quicktime, under File, choose
Open URL and type or paste rtsp://at1.sfsu.edu/Ujlaki.sdp

Hello Everyone,

Once Upon a time in a Digital Village is a distance learning project that will be hosting Stephen Ujlaki, Chairman of SFSU's Cinema Department. I am organizing this event as a project for a graduate Distance Education class. All ITEC and Cinema students, along with alumni and others with an interest in Film Producing are welcome to participate.

On Tuesday Dec. 13th, 2005 between 6 pm and 7 pm, Prof. Ujlaki will be giving a one hour intensive "What is Producing" seminar, during the 442 Cinema class in Producing Film and visual media. This is a highly sought after advanced class in the art, and business, of Producing Film and other media projects that are related to film and video production.

If you have ever wondered what types of contracts, talent releases, and various waivers are needed to produce a film or documentary piece that can get distribution or be allowed into film festivals, then this is a rare opportunity to learn and ask questions from an industry profession. An industry professional who is the Chair of SFSU Cinema Dept. and dedicated to pulling away the "veil" of the Film Industry juggernaut's inner workings so students can approach their career with a solid knowledge of industry standards and not a pocket full of mysteries and rumors.

A portion of this project will be conducted in the Collaboratorium (Burk Hall Room 229) with students participating through two-way video and text conferencing. There will be full video and audio support in the Collaboratorium. To use text as a remote communication tool, we will be using Skype (if you want to connect remotely using Skype you will have to download Skype (from www.skype.com) and login use the Skype Chat utility) - we may arrange a second option also, email Robert (me) to get an update on this.

To be included in this project please RSVP to; rlf4productions@gmail.com, as feeds will be limited (to the first 200 online participants), as will the seats at the Collaboratorium – we may arrange special seating in select cases as needed for those alumni and students who are involved with media production or who maybe for their work or program.

***If you are a Tribe member note that (and which Tribe - ei.: Film makers, DV, editing, etc.) in your email and I will do my best to get you all set up. Please contact me before 3pm Tues. as I will be running through the spec. test after that time to see how our streaming video transfer rate is clocking, as well as testing our feed.***

A bit about film producer Stephen Ujlaki, chair of SFSU Cinema Department:

Stephen Ujlaki, a producer of more than 25 feature films, made-for-cable movies and documentaries, was recently named professor and chair of the San Francisco State University Cinema Department, named one of the nation's top film schools last year by Entertainment Weekly.

As vice president of development and production for HBO Pictures from

1983 to 1988, Ujlaki supervised script development, production and post-production for more than 25 films including "Baja Oklahoma"

(Julia Roberts), "Last Innocent Man" (Ed Harris) and "Act of Vengeance" (Charles Bronson).

"Film production involves many of the same administrative, logistical and people skills: ensuring that financial and creative input into the screenplay is heard, keeping everyone happy without going over budget or hurting the picture, resolving conflicts, and maintaining strong leadership and direction," said Chairman Ujlaki.

Ujlaki was most recently president of Panarea Productions, where he produced such feature films as "Loch Ness" (Ted Danson), "Hot Spot"

(Don Johnson, directed by Dennis Hopper) and "Courage Mountain"

(Charlie Sheen) as well as numerous HBO feature films including "Stiletto Dance" (Eric Roberts), "Xchange" (Stephen Baldwin) and "Hostile Intent" (Rob Lowe).

Previously, Ujlaki headed the European Feature and Television Production division for Stone Group France, a production studio owned by actor Michael Douglas. Reporting directly to Douglas, Ujlaki was responsible for bringing productions to the studio, managing film budgets, overseeing co-production partners and managing all personnel and film crews.

"San Francisco State can be known as more than just the 'independent film school,'" said Ujlaki, who founded the film program at Franconia College in New Hampshire and has also taught at the American Film Institute and Brandeis University. "A degree in cinema could also provide a wealth of career opportunities in the film industry. If one does not wish to pursue a completely independent path, there are many other marketable skills that can be developed into such careers as writing, producing, editing, directing and post-production."

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Green Screen needed!

2005-12-05T05:39:48Z

I'm shooting a few impromptu scenes tomorrow, 12/5 in downtown LA and I need some green screen to put behind the shots. I am just passing through so, I don't know where to go to get this stuff, but know there's plenty in LA. Any suggestions, names and addresses of places very appreciated.

Thanks.
j

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Take Me To The River & Omkara in NYC Thursday!

2005-11-17T05:55:03Z

Don't miss this amazing documentary screening with Live Musical accompaniment!
info: www.projectilearts.org/events/

7pm-Thursday 17 November | Rubin Museum - 150 W 17 Street, NYC | $12

In January 2001 over 15 million pilgrims gathered at the confluence of India’s 3 greatest rivers, turning a vast flood plane into a thriving festival of humanity and devotion. This is the largest congregation of people in the history of the World.
This is the Maha Kumbh Mela.

“Take Me To The River” is a documentary film directed by Kenneth Eng and Produced by Projectile Arts. It takes the viewer directly into the heart of this historic event in an experiential instead of analytical style.
More info about the film here: www.projectilearts.org/takemetotheriver

Omkara is a Classical Indian and Fusion musical ensemble. Special guest, bamboo flute player Joshua Geisler was also the music director for “Take Me To The River.” Together with Omkara, he has created a semi-improvisational new score that they will perform live with the film screening.

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lens issue

2005-11-16T15:32:09Z

Has anyone had the problem where the lens starts to show up and black out the corners of the screen when you zoom in/out so far?

I have some footage with this issue and am looking for a way to rectify it. I have some ideas as far as trying to scale the footage a little and was wondering if anyone else had some info regarding this problem.

I'll be cross-posting, so please ignore the repitition.

Thanks!

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fix for lack of white balance?

2005-11-10T23:14:38Z

Okay like an idiot I neglected white balance on an interior walkthrough home shoot. No lighting so I was stopped up and gained. Any good post tips for correcting this cock up? Its got some nasty coloring at the moment.

I use FCP4.5

Thanks guys.

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video colour correctors?

2005-11-07T18:43:28Z

Does anyone know about cour correction? I'm shoppin around for a colour corrector but know-one builds good ones any more. Sony and JVC both built decent hardware solutions in the past but finding tech info on them now is challenging. sima makes one currently but it relies on on-screen menus wich excludes it from my applications. the original sima scc corrector would work, but no-one seems to sell them in canada (amazon.com won't ship me one). I've tried the videonics video equalizer but it's glitchy as heck.

If anyone knows of a solid unit (hardware) that takes an ntsc signal in comp. and svid, and allows real time manipulation of contrast, brightness, coulour, tint, and indpendant RGB controls please inform me... I can't seem to find a resonably priced solution as non-linear post production have put all these parameters into software and eliminated the need in the mass market

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Andromeda, an HD mod for the DVX100A

2005-10-30T00:50:58Z

I'm a beta tester from the Andromeda, an HD mod for the DVX100A. I recently shot a nice clip of a spider in my back yard, you can view the clip, and other test clips of this sweet mod, here:

http://www.reel-stream.com/clips

-curt

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Portable Lighting

2005-10-22T19:44:39Z

I'm going to be doing some shooting in a decomissionned mine where there will be no on site power. I'm wondering what suggestions anyone here might have for portable lighting solutions aside from crappy on-camera lights. I've noticed snowboarder videographers with full sized lights and big battery backpacks. Anyone know anything about these or any other portable lighting solutions? Thanks.

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monopods?

2005-10-15T09:45:45Z

Anyone have a rec for a good monopod? I have no idea where to start- 2-section, 3-section, 2-way tilt, 3-d tilt. What do I really need? It's just a stick, right? ;^)

I'm on a Sony VX-2000 right now but will be upgrading to a Z1-U soon here... and will possibly be using an XL-2 on it as well. I shoot a lot of live events and a monopod would make my life and my shots oh so much happier (and my neck and shoulders oh so much less knot-ridden).

Thanks for any insight you may so generously offer!

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SHORT FILMS NEEDED - NARRATIVE, ANIMATION, DOCUMENTARY $$$

2005-10-12T19:45:02Z

SHORT VIDEOS WANTED!!!

Hi Everyone!
Wanted to let you know about a cool offer for short filmmakers…Lingual.net is looking for short videos/films 2-15 minutes in length to display on our website for English Language Learners.

We offer $100 display fee AND exposure through links to your site.

Narrative, Documentary, Animation, AND Music Videos all Accepted.

ALSO

RIGHT NOW we have a contest going-$1,000 winner to each catagory. ODDS of winning contest are GREAT as we expect aprox 100 films for THREE GRAND PRIZES of 1K!!!!!! (Plus there are second and third place winners too!)

SO, get in you films now!

Check out http://www.lingual.net for all details

THANKS!

Email me with any questions: sara@lingual.net

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National Film Challenge

2005-10-12T15:01:09Z

I just got this in my emails box and thought I would share with everyone.
-Kate

Attention Filmmakers!

The time is here again for the 3rd Annual National Film Challenge!
The National Film Challenge, www.filmchallenge.org, is the latest
filmmaking competition from KDHX-TV - a non-profit community media
arts organization in St. Louis. The National Film Challenge is the
ultimate stepping-stone for filmmakers, providing an opportunity for
first hand filmmaking experience! Also, there lies potential for
your film to be seen by thousands of people in our online screening
room, www.filmchallenge.org/view2004.htm. Register now, and
accelerate your filmmaking career!

What is the National Film Challenge?

It's your chance to stop talking and start filming! The premise?
Filmmaking teams have just one weekend to make a short film. All
creativity - writing, shooting, editing and adding a musical
soundtrack - must occur beginning Friday evening at 7 p.m. on
October 21, 2005 and ending Monday October 24, 2005. On Friday, to
make things interesting, each team is e-mailed a genre for its film,
a character, a prop and a line of dialogue that must appear in each
team's movie. Then the film must be sent to National Film Challenge
Headquarters with a postmark no later than Monday, October 25. In
the following weeks the top films (determined by a panel of judges)
will be available for viewing (and voting!) on our website at
www.filmchallenge.org. There will be two big winners this year – The
Grand Prize Winner (determined by judges) and The Audience Award
Winner (determined by the online voting.) Both films will screen
with the 48 Hour Film Project City Winners at this year's Cinequest
Film Festival in San Jose, California (www.cinequest.org). And last
but not least, the Grand Prize Winner gets a free trip to Cinequest
to see their film on the big screen!

We already have over 145 filmmaking teams in 30 states!

How do I sign up my team?

Register your team at www.filmchallenge.org. This is going to be the
largest Film Challenge ever – 250 teams will be selected to compete
this year! Registration is on a first come first served basis. The
registration deadline is October 21st, 2005, and the registration
fee is $125. Teams can be anywhere from 1 person to 30 or more
people. Read all of the rules of the contest here:
www.filmchallenge.org/rules.htm.

Do you have any questions about the National Film Challenge? Please
check our FAQ and then use our Bulletin Board to post questions you
need answered: www.filmchallenge.org/faq.htm.

The National Film Challenge is being produced by KDHX, Community
Media for Saint Louis, MO. www.kdhxtv.org and www.kdhx.org.

Thanks,

Didier
_______________________________
Didier Sylvain
Assistant Producer, National Film Challenge
KDHX Community Media
625 N. Euclid Avenue, Suite 100
Saint Louis, Missouri 63108
314-361-8870 x229
didier@kdhx.org
www.kdhxtv.org / www.filmchallenge.org

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Thank you to all Bay Area moviemakers and artists!

2005-10-12T04:35:10Z

Since I am new to tribe, and all of this, but I am trying to reconnect to some world that may or may not exist outside of the obsession of my calling, I think it appropriate to begin with a long loud note of gratitude.
All my life I have been an artist and a creator. From 5 years old when I began music training all the way up to my most recent relocation to the glorious, blessed, and magical city of San Francisco, I have searched for the most fertile ground to plant my seed. I have found it here.
There has never been a place that I could make my cinema dreams come true, either for lack of resources, people, or environment. So I toiled away in all the component artforms of Cinema, Visual Arts (pastels shows in 20+ cities nationwide), Music (first professional engagement at age 10), Drama (3 years stage acting, 3 years musical theater, awards), Model making (age 4-30), animation (stopaction-4 years), special FX makeup (2 years), Sound recording and Design (3 years), Writing (first published in 1990, poetry, journalism, short story, prose), and of course the Video Cameras (started shooting in 1982).
Finally I found my nirvana here in San Francisco, an area so rich in culture, art, tolerance, diversity of demographic as well as psychographics, people, resources, and just plain old SPIRIT, that finally the seed took ROOT.
Thanks to this community of friends who are non-filmmakers as well as all those who are, in the past 3 years I have produced or worked on almost 50 short films, and 2 features, and written/directed/acted in my first 2 feature length films, both of which are in Post.
I owe ALL OF YOU, a debt of profound gratitude. It is the environment that YOU have all created. Supportive not jealous, encouraging not poo-pooing, constructive not destructive, and most of all BELIEF THAT IT CAN BE DONE, has been what I have encountered again and again from the artists, musicians, dancers, camerapeople, writers, actors, and muses that populate this (to me) sacred area of geography.
Where I come from, making movies is not a REAL JOB.
Where I come from, when you tell someone you are an artist, they say: "Oh, that's great, but what do you DO?"
I am so thankful that I am here with all of you, and not there anymore, because as much as I love my hometown peoples, I can never be, and could never be, what I can BE here.
From the bottom of my heart,
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU.

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Pitching to Broadcasters

2005-10-11T04:33:52Z

I was wondering if anyone here might have any advice on how one would go about pitching a once off special to a broadcaster. I have short film and documentary experience but I've never worked with television.

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Street Performers

2005-10-08T02:45:34Z

Hi all -

I've just joined several related tribes in search of street performer video to be featured at buskercentral.com

What say?

Thanks

PS - Tripod shots rock!

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fluctuating white balance...

2005-10-07T22:15:30Z

I ran into something while shooting and wanted to see if anyone's experienced this...

I was shooting a very sterile looking room (plain white walls, no decorations) with fluorescent lights on. While shooting, even though the camera had been white balanced I noticed a fluctuation in the white balance (it was going from red highights to blue and back again). I'm shooting with a Panasonic DVX100 and noticed that this only occured when I had the fluorescent lights turned on, there was no fluctuation in white balance values when I worked with the lights off.

Does anyone have ideas as to why this happens?

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an online resource for Indy Film makers

2005-09-21T16:42:39Z

http://www.ifp.org

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ISO camerapersons and Lighting for music video, also extras

2005-09-12T00:18:44Z

ISO camerapersons and Lighting for music video, also extras
i volunteered to produce a music video for the Paranoids for my friend's directing debut. we need at least 2 DV cams and lighting for a video to be shot in the band's ultragroovy 70s living room/warehouse. this director is demanding like most and wants the crew to have the same look as the dancing people so check out the band's website. it's all for love and will take only one day to shoot so i guess we should feed you guys and get you drunk. really it's about having extrasuperfuntime and getting some credits. film students welcome.
p.s. we're in San Francisco

email me!

anniefruit@yahoo.com

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Any videographer video blogging?

2005-08-08T22:43:09Z

What blogging software do you use?

Chris

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HD camera suggestions?!

2005-07-20T20:11:19Z

greetings all!

I have been doing freelance videography for six years now... I went to film school and look where it got me :^)

Anywho... I've owned a Sony VX-2000 since about the time it first came out and it has served me well, but I think it's time to upgrade. I have been noticing that most of the calls for owner/operators are requesting HDV cameras. I haven't worked with HD too much and I know it can present some problems in post-- any advice on HD or not to HD? Basically, though, I think I can get more work with an HD camera. For money I have mostly been doing events, weddings, concerts, etc. but would like to branch out into documentary and even reality tv work because this is what I enjoy most (well, not the realitytv part, but you get my drift). I am getting the feeling that upgrading to an HD camera will poise me to jump on jobs that I might not otherwise be able to get with a Mini-DV.

So, my question is first, do you think I am correct in my assesment that I will be able to take advantage of more opportunities with an HD camera and second, what cameras would y'all recommend?

I am in Seattle, by the way, but I am itching to move somewhere new this fall.

many blessings and many thanks!
-alli

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an art & politics forum born

2005-07-11T00:47:57Z

hi. im birthing this forum that focuses mostly on art and left politics.

its all fresh and new and waiting for instigator types to help shape the place. hardly anyone in there right now but it has a lot of potential. who ever gets involved at this point would be key in developing the character of the place.

you can put pictures and stuff in each post.

im still adding a forum or two more and working on the design of the place.

i would be honored by your presence. come check it out: http://p207.ezboard.com/btheemptyroom

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Le Petit Morte

2005-07-05T07:46:37Z

http://download.wbr.com/thesun/rd.mov

Great Music Video / Short. Contains PG-13 Content.

Originally found in blog: http://www.wtbw.net/geisha/

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finally buying a vid cam

2005-07-02T03:00:36Z

a few months ago i did major research on cameras.
($2,500 range)

came up with the canon gl2 and the sony (forgot the name)

now a few months later, I'm ready and was wondering if anything new out there.
wondering what peeps are using in this price range.

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Silver Screen Seattle tribe

2005-06-29T22:26:47Z

This is a tribe for all those in the Seattle area involved in film and video production. Whether its big budget corprate stuff, or zero budget indi stuff. We all are doing it for the same reson. Free Popcorn! http://tribes.tribe.net/seattlescreen?_click_path=Application%5Btribe%5D.Tribe%5B53463075-d883-4680-9ebc-498524509289%5D&r=10302#

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Looking for camera people in the Philly area...

2005-06-20T17:29:27Z

We're looking for camera people in the Philly area to help shoot an independent movie called Disturbing Images. The movie is in production now and we're looking for extra crew people to help fill in the shooting schedule.

Currently, this production is non-union and non-paying. The only things we can offer for now are: meals on production days, credit in the movie, a copy of the movie when finished and some great experience with some very talented people.

You must have your own camera (prosumer models and up) and some experience using it.

If interested, please email: disturbingimagesmovie@yahoo.com

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More Work in Cali?

2005-06-10T16:58:17Z

20447BR
Title Production Rep 2
Position Type Full Time
Company Cable
Working Location CAS22 - San Francisco CA
Reports to Title Manager Production
Job Responsibilities - Responsible for assigning tag production to producers
o May include hands-on editing and voice over work

- Responsible for inputting production billing and maintaining production reports
o Inputs production billing weekly and month-end
o Generates production reports on monthly revenue totals
o Generates production reports on monthly activity
o Generates production reports on monthly vendor expenses

- Serves as production assistant to the producer staff and Production Management
o Gathers timesheets bi-weekly for signature by the Production Manager
o Sends regular communications advising Producer staff of deadlines for billing.
o Updates the approved vendor list with input from the Production Manager and posts to the department Intranet site
o Receives time-off requests from the staff for signature by the Production Manager, cross checks and maintains the vacation calendar
o Arranges and schedules conference call service for bi-weekly department meetings
o Makes location arrangements and meals for off-site meetings
o Assists Producers in arranging for on-camera and voice over talent, including setting up auditions
o Through online surveys, polls production clients regarding the production experience with Comcast Spotlight.
o Facilitates archiving of in-house, out-of-house tapes with outsourced solution.

- Serves as key Production contact for Auto accounts and Agencies
o Proactively calls active auto accounts monthly to check in on updates to incentives.
o May write, scripts, get client approvals and arrange for VO talent before handing the project over to the assigned producer for execution.
o May carry the projects through to completion as editor.

- Administrative Support
o Sends regular communications advising Producer staff of deadlines for billing.
o Updates the approved vendor list with input from the Production Manager and posts to the department Intranet site
o Receives time-off requests from the staff for signature by the Production Manager, cross checks and maintains the vacation calendar
o Arranges and schedules conference call service for bi-weekly department meetings
o Makes location arrangements and meals for off-site meetings
o Assists Producers in arranging for on-camera and voice over talent, including setting up auditions

Punctual, regular, and consistent attendance.
Minimum Requirements This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent. College degree is strongly preferred. A minimum of 1-3 years previous experience is also required. Very good oral and written communications skills are necessary. Very good typing and personal computer skills are required, including a thorough knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet programs. Very good spelling, punctuation and grammar are essential. A thorough knowledge of office machine operation is also required. The ability to prioritize work and to perform multiple tasks simultaneously is necessary. The discretion to handle some sensitive and confidential information may be necessary. Ability to work overtime, as needed. Comcast is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace employer.
Internal Application Deadline 08-Jun-2005
Recruiter Krista Heieck
Recruiter Fax # 415-399-1071

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R U looking for a Job in Cali?

2005-06-10T16:51:55Z

20523BR
Title Producer/Editor Promotions
Position Type Full Time
Company CBC
Product Line Sportsnet
Working Location CAS05 - Sacramento CA
Reports to Title VP/GM SportsNet West
Job Responsibilities * Develop promotional concepts for CSN West programming
* Create, write, produce and edit customized promotions for talent and sports figures to promote CSN
* Coordinate promotional activities with marketing, production & news departments for special events, news, game coverage, etc.
* Write/edit scripts for taped promotions and live game “drop-ins”
* Supervise on-camera and voice-over sessions
* Work with CSN Management Services creative dept. on ensuring brand look and consistency in all on-air promotions
* Write/edit sales presentations, billboards, opens and other sponsorship materials
* Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Punctual, regular, and consistent attendance.
Minimum Requirements * Communications or related degree preferred
* 2-5 years television production experience, preferably in on-air promotions
* Min. 1-2 years of Media Composer/Avid Xpress experience
* Exceptional creative writing skills
* Thorough knowledge of sports, both locally and nationally
* Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines
* Familiarity with beta and digital tape formats
* Strong organizational skills with ability to meet tight deadlines
* Familiarity with Photoshop and After Effects a plus

Comcast is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace employer.
Internal Application Deadline 14-Jun-2005
Recruiter Andy Dale
Recruiter Fax # 916-515-2570

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anyone need a music score for their small film?

2005-05-14T02:46:12Z

I play guitar and keyboards, I have a modest music studio and looking to make sound scores for small films. I have been an animator and filmmaker myself since my early twenties (mostly student productions), so I'm not a novice, but not an "experienced professional" either.

I'd like to help out on low budget production by creating the sound score. I can compose comfortably in the styles of: classical, electronica, alternative rock, jazz, bossa nova, flamenco, mexican "oom pa", spy thriller, tv themes (IE. Green Acres specialist), german nihilism, Amazon fire dance, Leprechaun break dance .. I guess I better quit while I'm ahead.

dave

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Key Biscayne Florida

2005-05-10T00:21:12Z

I am seeking a Videographer with a PD150 or PD170 who can shoot beauty Shots, Hero Shots, and B-Roll of the Cape Florida Lighthouse in Key Biscayne. I need this to happen as soon as possible so please contact me right away if you or someone you know has experience and can handle a camera and follow through in getting me the footage fed exed to Los Angeles as soon as possible. Please send me your contact information and qualifications. The pay is about $100 for only about an hours worth of work, but we need very good coverage!!
Please email me your experience and availability if you are interested. Please only contact me for this postion
Yunil@actualprod.com

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Tillamook Lighthouse - Oregon

2005-05-09T23:02:50Z

I am seeking a Videographer with a PD150 or PD170 who can shoot beauty Shots, Hero Shots, and B-Roll of the Tillamook lighthouse in Tillamook Oregon. I need this to happen as soon as possible so please contact me right away if you or someone you know has experience and can handle a camera and follow through in getting me the footage fed exed to Los Angeles as soon as possible. Please send me your contact information and qualifications. The pay is about $100 for only about an hours worth of work, but we need very good coverage!!
Please email me your experience and availability if you are interested. Please only contact me for this postion. I am also seeking Stills of this lighthouse during stormy weather both vintage and current are wanted.
Yunil@actualprod.com

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Looking for Camcorder - Panasonic GS200

2005-05-01T08:40:29Z

I am looking to get a GS200, but I can not find it anywhere. Does anybody have any suggestion on where to get one perferably in Southern California.

Thanks,
~Donavon

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8mm

2005-04-29T18:21:27Z

Hi all, dont mean to spam but I have started a tribe devoted to 8millimeter. Sort of a dying art, but if there are purists left please look it up....

just search for 8mm

i hate links they never work...

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music and copyright question

2005-04-25T20:14:53Z

I'm just getting in to special occasion video production and I have a question about music and copyrights.
My problem is with the music that the DJ is playing. A prime example is ,during a wedding, the couple wants to dance to "their song". How do you go about getting permission to use the music? It's crucial to the production. I can't exactly edit out their song and put in something copyright free. Additionaly, I may have an hour of people dancing. I couldn't possibly come up with that much music.
Suggestions? Caveats?

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morphing software

2005-04-21T23:28:23Z

Can anybody reccomend a decent (preferably free or shareware) morphing program that runs on OSX?

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Multi-format shooting advice

2005-04-21T16:48:58Z

I'm getting ready to start shooting a project that will be shot using DV and 24p. I'll be shooting this weekend and testing the formats.

Has anyone had any issues or experiences they can share regarding multiple format concerns?

I'm posting this on several tribes so please forgive the repetition...

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Camera suggestions?

2005-04-13T00:24:37Z

Hi,
I'm an aspiring videographer looking to buy a good, affordable Mini DV for class film projects and also for my own project of putting together a short documentary.

In the mid-long term, I'm looking to start cheap and hopefully scale to something nicer as my skills expand. I hear there are many good cameras in the market now for less than 500 dollars. Any suggestions?

Also a friend tells me that I should definitely look to get certain features (3CCD, mostly) when purchasing a camcorder, though he wasn't very specific. Are there any you can think of that might help?

Thanks!

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safari and mp4

2005-04-09T01:06:00Z

has anyone else ever noticed that safari wont recognized a quicktime mp4 file weblink, it opens to the raw text data of the file which usually crashes the browser
why cant an apple brand product recognize another apple brand codec???
even with the correct quicktime mime settings in place
safari has had this bug for over a year now
firefox and IE have no trouble with this on mac
was up?
i started a petition because this is unprofessional on apple's part
<a href="http://www.petitiononline.com/applemp4/petition.html">http://www.petitiononline.com/applemp4/petition.html</a>

and people with safari keep telling me my website is broken
im tired of telling them that its safari's loooong running fault

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Resumes Now Being Accepted

2005-04-06T17:17:11Z

Resumes Now Being Accepted

A National Arts and Media job referral service and classifieds is updating its resume library.

Now accepting for free inclusion, resumes from talent, crew, designers, authors, staff, and management in the areas of music, film, theater, events, digital media, radio, tv, and the performing arts.

Resume inclusion is free, plus you will receive our free newsletter with industry news and career tips. Community of nearly 18 000 registered arts and media businesses, organizations, and professionals.

To list your resume please go to http://www.gigdirectory.net and click Sign Up in the left column, click Posting Instructions for important guidelines. Once in your account click Home for members notes and important use friendly tips.

Thank you

Resume Library

http://www.gigdirectory.net

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Volunteer Videographers for Drum Machine Museum's Electronic Music & Visual Event

2005-04-04T09:25:17Z

Whitebox VIP Lounge uses realtime production techniques to create unique, contemporary real-time documentaries of technologically oriented performers. As audio and visual artists collaborate onstage, their work is captured by a team of videographers. This media is mixed and projected during the show, functioning both as a reference to the collaboration being documented and as a performance in its own right.

We are seeking Videographers preferably who own or have access to 3 CCD cameras. In addition, we are always looking for extra hands to join our team of volunteers who hold our same interest in electronic music a visual performances.
Please contact me personally at doris@drummachine.com if you are interested in helping out with this event, so that I can further answer any questions that you may have.

Please check out website for more info on performance: http://drummachine.com/v2/act13_artists.html
DMM is fiscally sponsored by the Intersection for the Arts, a non-profit organization. On top of volunteering for this event, you will received credit and a copy of the final documentary.

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JOHN LANDIS IN PERSON TONITE at the Castro Theater, SF - 7 & 9:30pm. $10!

2005-04-02T00:33:25Z

Unfortunately, it doesn't seem like many people know about this great new HORROR/SCI-FI FILM FESTIVAL, FEARLESS TALES GENRE FESTIVAL in San Francisco. It's the second year and attendance has been low so far, but they have a SUPERB roster of films and guests....So, Please, Try to check them out some of the films tonite and over the weekend....There are shows at the Victoria Theater and the Castro!

Don't miss this rare opportunity for Introduction and Q&A with John Landis (Animal House, Michael Jackson's "Thriller", Weird Science, Muppets Take Manhattan, Sliders, Trading Places, Spies Like Us, and the list goes on...) to night at Fearless Tales Genre Fest at the Castro Theater.* There will be screenings of 2 of his films including

7pm - Innocent Blood
9:30pm - An American Werewolf in London.

John Landis will be present at both showings.

Sam Burr (dir., The Offspring) will be showing films on Saturday.

It is really important for everyone to support local efforts to bring film and filmmakers to San Francisco through independent efforts like our friends at Fearless Tales.** So we hope everyone will try to attend.
Community support such as this is what makes all of our work worthwhile.

For more info, visit
http://www.fearlesstales.com

See you there!

Christine
Backyard Flix

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Ethiopian short films

2005-03-30T20:47:41Z

Dear Friends,

Cafesociety.org is a UK based arts organisation which works closely
with many schools to develop creative arts projects with young people.

We work regularly with young people in the Yorkshire region of the UK
and communities as far away as the Seychelles, Ethiopia and the
Navajo Reservation in Northern Arizona.

Our projects focus on digital storytelling, film making and digital photography.

We aim to teach young people how to make short films and document their lives
by creating short stories about subjects and interests that they choose.

We have just returned from Ethiopia and would like to invite you to view
a selection of the short films made by the young students of the Jamaican
Rastafari Development Community School in Shashemene – Ethiopia.

http://www.cafesociety.org/imagegallery/categories.php?cat_id=82

[Click the folder marked ‘movies’ to access the short films. ]

Our intention is to link schools in Ethiopia with schools here in the UK
by way of collaborative projects and exchanges.

We plan a return to Shashemene in July to continue our work with

the young students and to set up links with schools in the UK.

We aim to raise enough funds to enable the purchase of 2 laptop computers
and 2 digital video cameras which we will train the students and staff to use

and leave at the school to enable a sustainable element to the project.

We want the school to have the skills and technology to make short films

after we leave and communicate their stories to their new partner schools.

Please let us know your opinions and comments regarding the short films.

I’m sure the kids would love to know what you think…

If you have any further comments or suggestions please email us.

Looking forward to hearing your comments,

Kind regards

Jon Robson

Cafesociety.org

10 St. James Court

Victoria Dock

Kingston Upon Hull

United Kingdom

www.cafesociety.org

jon@cafesociety.org

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Teach me FCP 4! Free lunch?

2005-03-28T19:13:57Z

Hi! Anyone out there like to teach me how to use Final Cut Pro 4? It's sitting on my hard drive, ready to go. I just need to know how to use it. I have a laptop and small external hard drive, so I can come to you. I'd like to meet somewhere in the mission, if possible.
You teach me, I'll buy you lunch. Deal?
email romance@riseup.net

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Any legal videographers in the group?

2005-03-27T04:48:51Z

Chime in and introduce yourself. Im one. Los Angeles based.

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Indie Festival with $10,000 pay out

2005-03-19T07:27:44Z

Check this site out to get full details, www.HaydenFilms.com.
AJay

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Monitor for a G5

2005-03-09T18:21:22Z

I'm about to buy a new G5 and I need some recommendations for a monitor.

I'm primarily going to be doing DV editing with Final Cut, but I also will be doing some still photography stuff using Photoshop.

My questions is two-fold. For color correction, is there any major difference between a flat LCD vs a CRT monitor?

Secondly, what brands and models will work well with a G5?

Thanks!

Jim in SF

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the book

2005-03-07T17:33:24Z

I'm currently in the planning stages of a video work, and I'm trying to gather lots of material for inspiration.

There's a video I watched several times while at art school, about a man who fishes for things in the gratings of a city. He finds a ledger book which is an enigmatic collection of words and numbers.

I can't remember anything else about the video, but would love to see it again to examine the filmmaking techniques he used. A google search for these concepts produced nothing. It IS pretty obscure. I'm hoping someone out there has seen it and can remind me the name of the piece and the filmmaker.

So, does it sound familiar to anyone?

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