[Mark Greenlees]

Thank you Mick, apology accepted, along with my respect for you in the effort you made to explain yourself. In an attempt to explain myself :

I am in fact, not an event videographer, although I’ve shot and do shoot weddings and such ( BTW, I’ve met many talented individuals in that field). Neither am I corporate or industrial videographer- although I have done both. I shot underwater videos for many years, but don’t label myself an underwater videographer. I’ve “filmed” for Oprah, A&E, Discovery Health and The Food Network, written and produced a couple of short documentaries and worked with some very well known Hollywood actors – yet, the only “label” I give myself is that of videographer. Times change, circumstances change and like a lot of us in this business, I find I need to adapt and hopefully learn different avenues of the business in order to pay the mortgage. The lacrosse video “thing” was just suggested to me early this week and today I filmed my very first two games. I can now see why a professional such as yourself is able to charge a premium for your services. It certainly is a skill that no doubt takes a while to perfect. It is totally new to me and any advice is so welcome.

Thanks again for your post Mick, I really appreciated it. I hope you can soon sort out the problems you been having with your video project.

Cheers!
Mark

[Mark Greenlees]

Responding to Mr. Haensler reply -“No offense to the original poster, but the thread title tells me you are not an experienced videographer. I don’t know anyone with experience who refers to their craft as “videoing”. Secondly you refer to the remote control rig as a “remote control thing”. Again pointing to your inexperience. Keep in mind, if this is for a scholarship or recruitment, you have the future of a young man or woman in your hands”.

This is the first time I’ve posted on this forum and my
“remote thing” comment was my light hearted way of trying to be a little humble. “No offence – but”… your comments in the first paragraph were helpful and I thank you for that. I will not even bother to “defend” myself against your repeated “inexperienced” comments and “videoing” comment other than to repeat the word – HUMBLE. You may want to keep that word in mind, when next relating your superior expertise in the realm of “filming/cinematography”.

Thanks for everyones help!
Mark

[Mark Greenlees]

Hi Jeff,

Thanks for your response! Yes you’re right, a big part of it will be for college recruitment. I will definately keep your advice in mind.

Thanks again
Mark