Jon Agnew
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When the director says of a take, “That was perfect! Do it again just like that!” Then spends the next hour trying to recreate the perfect shot that’s already in the can.
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Next time, ask them how much they are paying the presenter and underbid him.
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Sin City
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I plug my DVR into a DV deck, then run the signal out of the deck to the TV. Press play on the DVR, record on the deck…That’s it. Always had great results.
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I work for a university video department. Make like brave Sir Robin and RUN AWAY!!!!!!
Seriously….as far and fast as you can.
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On my first day of my first job, my boss gave me the best piece of work-related advice I have ever received. He told me that my primary responsibility was as follows: If he screws up, I take the blame. If I do something right, he gets the credit.
That’s just the way it is until you’re the boss.
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I love litepanels. They’re very versatile. I use them all the time. GREAT for travelling. On run and gun days, I pack two in a backpack, with the diffusion and CTO, four batteries and I’m off to the races. They can be used as both on or off camera lights, and, in a pinch, handheld. I like the floods, but that’s just me. I use the litepanel batteries rather than running power off the camera, so I’m unsure of the options there.
If I were going to Asia with one camera bag and high hopes, that’s the light I would take with me.
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Todd is absolutely correct about requiring the client to maintain their own insurance policy on the camera. It’s an absolute must. I also include a Loss & Damage charge in the cost of the rental.
Todd is also absolutely right to point out that equipment rental can be a major headache. In addition to worrying about how the client will treat your gear, whether it will be back on time, etc. There is also your responsibility to the client to consider. In the event that the camera suddenly goes down on set, you can expect some panicked phone calls from the client, expecting you to get it fixed or get it replaced ASAFP. You always have to be prepared to make that happen, assuming you want to work with this client again. Establish a good relationship with a trustworthy rental house so you’re covered if you’re in a bind. Same with repairs. Find a guy someone who does great repair work quickly, and at an affordable price. The longer your camera is down, the less money it makes, and the few clients you get, or retain.
The other downside of equipment rental is that, if done well, it can become a full-time job. Create too much demand for your gear, and you might find yourself spending more time supporting others’ shoots, and less time on your own.
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I like the secrecy followed by the link to your website.
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Who would have guessed that the information I needed was in the Help Menu? That Dave LaRonde fella never ceases to amaze me. 🙂
Thanks, Dave!