Michael Munkittrick
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A “business manager” by definition is the person whose task it is to guide the proverbial ship to the port of call on the owner’s terms in an organized and efficient way
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Technically, it boils down to their license agreement, AKA “the fine print”. While many software companies do not frown upon multiple uses within a single location when the software is used on one machine at a time, the fact that the software would be literally trucked back and forth between users might be an issue.
I know that one of the agreements that I’ve read pretty clearly stated that “installation” of the software on more than one machine
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[Ron Lindeboom] “We do NOT tell our leaders or members what to say”
Amen to that. As a matter of fact, many of the COW’s leaders would be quick to point out that we prefer to do our own reviews completely independent of the COW so that we are more forthcoming with the other pros that use our reviews. To say that we’re not autonomous is wrong. To say that we are paid, directed or spoon-fed quotes for our reviews is both misguided and misleading. Even if your implication wasn’t directed at the COW’s leaders or users specifically, it’s still a blatant slap across the eyes to all professionals. These tools are our livelihood and we respect them as they are, for better or worse, although I heartily say that Adobe has rarely missteps with respect to advancing its creative software applications. Like Ron and the others who have taken the time to address your post, I’m outraged and feel abused.
Michael Munkittrick
Managing Creative Director
Evolve Media SolutionsForum COWmunity leader for:
Sony DV
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[Jeffrey Gould] “Did you not see my post that I decided to buy the drive?”
Unfortunately not I guess. My bad.
[Jeffrey Gould] “I thought $2,000 for 5 edits and some new narration was a pretty good profit”
It sounds pretty reasonable to me with respect for the amount of work and time. Maybe it’s an accounting problem versus a profit margin problem. I’m not insinuating that you don’t know your own worth, but all things considered, the simplest solution is typically the right one. I was just trying to make a point on client relations. I didn’t mean to push any buttons.
[Jeffrey Gould] “I’m a one man shop and do all the shooting, editing, graphics, DVD’s, CD’s”
Very cool indeed, but being that you’re a one-man-band, you should in firm control of your direction and what jobs you do and don’t do. Again, I mean no disrespect, but the idea of asking any client…love, hate or indifferent to, they should never be asked to buy hardware tools unless it’s ethically or legally necessary.
[Jeffrey Gould] “I happen to be working on two huge projects at 10X what they are paying me and didn’t want to have to remove that footage,”
Been there before myself, but it still seems out of sorts for a professional to “invest” in your company. First, it lowers you to their level, which makes the work less enjoyable and it also less profitable as they would consider that purchase as a means to skip the proverbial lunch line. They’d be mistaken of course, but that point would come.
Please understand, I don’t speak from experience, but it’s a pretty good bet that if you asked a lawn service to mow your yard and they simply don’t have enough equipment to do the job correctly, but instead of saying that they offer to cut it if you buy them another mower. That’s all I was saying. I’m sorry that it came across abrasive. No ill will intended.
Michael Munkittrick
Managing Creative Director
Evolve Media SolutionsForum COWmunity leader for:
Sony DV
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As an additional note to the post I left earlier, if they truly expect you to make modifications to things that are of their choice, offer them a “maintenance fee” and explain why it is necessary for their particular project. If there’s one thing a client, good or bad hates, it’s being pigeonholed by an external vendor.
Michael Munkittrick
Managing Creative Director
Evolve Media SolutionsForum COWmunity leader for:
Sony DV
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That’s the ante if you want in on the game. As I read this post, I’m actually astounded that you would even propose that they invest in your hardware when it would appear that you are not willing to do so on your own. As a service oriented business, you sell the service of production and nothing more. If you’re an internal communications employee for that “client”, it’s entirely different
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There should be no reason for them to think that it was their idea or derived from it as the core concepts are vastly different. The only clear likeness might be the fact that Nickelodeon’s program was designed to get kids participating in the TV experience. My idea, while not necessarily a “new and improved” idea is still quite a bit different from anything that I’ve seen. I appreciate the reply and let me know if anything else pops into your head.
Michael Munkittrick
Managing Creative Director
Evolve Media SolutionsForum COWmunity leader for:
Sony DV
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As always, you’re inspirational and appreciated. I’m proud to be such a terribly small part of this very large process when I find people of your caliber willing to help.
Michael Munkittrick
Managing Creative Director
Evolve Media SolutionsForum COWmunity leader for:
Sony DV
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That’s kind of funny that you mentioned the Nickelodeon Network show “Totally Grossed Out” as I was one of the people who conceptualized it back in my days as an intern over there. THOSE guys knew how to throw a party, and the show was huge. And in truth, I’m not concerned about the comparisons or likeness issues as we’re not trying to break new ground with the broad concept, just the structure and delivery. I am well aware of the difficulty of this process, but my gut tells me that I can do it.
I am confident that we’ll get some wider reach, but I simply wanted to make sure that I don’t overstep my abilities or reach by overlooking something minor in the process. Thanks for the input and keep it coming.
Michael Munkittrick
Managing Creative Director
Evolve Media SolutionsForum COWmunity leader for:
Sony DV
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[Timothy Allen] “Again, we here at the COW know that you are very experienced in bringing concepts to fruition