Helping Hands from 2006

Aviv Hallale · April 23rd, 2006, 12:17 PM

Hi Jeremy,

I've noticed that you've disabled the function for me to E-mail you through the site, but I'd be honoured to correspond with you in regards to business ideas, maybe you could help me out a bit with some advice from a local?
If so, please E-mail me at; VampiricYouth@Gmail.com

Thanks!

Aviv

Jeremy Rochefort · April 24th, 2006, 03:20 PM

Enabled now

Daniel Reynoso · April 25th, 2006, 09:09 AM

Hello does anyone have a manual for the sony vx3 hi8 camera? I was wondering if someone could photocopy me some of the more inportant features. I bought the camera off ebay and of course its used so no manual. It is the first camera I am using that has all the manual features. It is a bit daunting to try and learn to use it with out instructions. I tried Sony web site but can't find any help there.

Thanks guys

Daniel

Jim Bacus · April 25th, 2006, 11:59 AM

Call for 2nd camera shooters!
We are looking for DVX and/or HVX shooters around May 15th-30th for a shoot we are doing in Sao Paulo. Other Video Cameras welcome also + Still photos all welcome.

We will be flying in from London and will make arrangements to meet you once we arrive.

Please contact us NOW for details so we can get everything planned in advance.

General Shooting Address= Rua do Consolaçao, Area - Jardins, Sao Paulo (SP), Brazil

(Its right up the street from Oscar Freire- a huge shopping area)

The movie is outlined here:

http://www.kagimedia.com/TrainingVid...SCO/Disco.html

Contact us now at: discod@kagimedia.com

or call Jon Kagi

London Cell: 011 44 + (0)773 727-1489
USA Rate to London: (206) 331-4684
Skype User: kagimedia

Lisa Bennett · April 27th, 2006, 10:52 PM

I'm in pre on a commercial in Central FL area. I'm using the HD100U(A). Posting this note a little early but I may be needing a DP with gear and knowledge of the HD100U to assist. Unfortunately, at the time of this post it's a no pay, just food and a copy. Can shoot it in a day. Very basic shots but want the widescreen, filmlook. Since there is a chance that I will be needing a DP, I wanted to post to see if there would be any interest. Lighting is of course so important and I prefer to have someone to help than me attempt to wear too many hats.

All projects in the planning stage are Christian/family oriented. In the future to be shot is a true story documentary and a 30 minute program idea that I am exploring.

Anyway, drop me a note if you can help or just to converse.

Best,
Lisa

Dave Herring · April 28th, 2006, 06:08 AM

Lisa-- you have mail, call me!

Mike Cavanaugh · April 28th, 2006, 07:50 AM

SHOOTER AVAILABLE

I'll be coming to San Diego to accompany a family member who is running the Marathon on June 4.

Anyone producing a video on the event? Need a good shooter?

Would prefer travel light and use your camera/sticks. If necessary, I can bring a GL-2, but don't want to carry a tripod on the flight.

Looking for modest compensation.

Michael Russell · April 28th, 2006, 04:51 PM

I need to call upon the huge community to help me achieve a goal and of course I do thank you in advance.

I need help.

I want to be able to place my video segments (30 minutes at a time- apx 50 hours total) on the web using Flash. I need a web company that knows far more than I do about Flash, Pay Pal etc.... I can shoot and edit, I need the other side of that equation. I can give the finished product to them but need help from here after.

Any ideas...leads...friends etc...? The quality must be 'the standard by which the industry is judged."

Please advise...Mike

Chris Hocking · April 29th, 2006, 05:13 AM

Hi Michael,

Sorry mate, I'm slightly confused by your post!

1. You say you need the "community" to help you out, but later say you need a "web company"? Why not just contact one of the billion major web design companies out there? In Australia, I recommened Think First (www.thinkfirst.com.au). If you're handling all the video side of things - all you really need is a webdesign/e-commerce system I would think?

2. By writing "Pay Pal", I'm presuming you are selling your product? Even more of a reason to just contact a web design company.

3. I don't know much about Flash, but I don't think that it's the best way to "show off" video footage. Quicktime or RealPlayer would be much more appropriate I would think? Or do you mean that you want to make the web site in Flash?

I think it would be easier to help you out if you explain what you want to actually achieve a bit better. What's the end result/product?

However, from what you've written, and if I make a few presumptions I would suggest filming all your "stuff", contacting a web firm that specialises in "video streaming" and "e-commerce" (Google will return hundreds of results - maybe consult a webdesign forum for advice), send them a copy of your footage at "best" quality and let them "do there thing".

If you require specific help on the technical aspects of exporting your footage from your NLE to a format suitable for the web, then this is definatily the place to ask!

www.atomsfilms.com is probably a site worth visting (and the "company" site www.atomentertainment.com).

A good starting point would be: http://www.google.com.au/search?q=we...en-US:official.

Anyway, good luck with your project! Hopefully we can be of some assistance!

Later!

Chris!

Keith Wakeham · April 29th, 2006, 06:19 AM

The highest quailty would be with WMV-9(VC-1) or h.264.

The two best options I think you have are to use Google Video to sell you movie. You upload, they compress, post and deal with trasnactions and stuff. I haven't dealt with them so I don't know what its like to be on the seller end.

The other option is a WMV DRM server company. This way it protects your content and offers really high quaility. You will need to probably get a website done with payment methods and all sorts of stuff.

Wish you luck!

Giroud Francois · April 29th, 2006, 10:19 AM

what you ask is at minimum a 10.000$ project.
Do you expect to pay this ?

Michael Russell · April 29th, 2006, 12:23 PM

Thank you already for the post. Here are some specific questions.
1.) Best/easiest video format? I believe Flash is because it is in each browser and the end user does not have to download. The video is strong and not jittery. Check out http://www.northpoint.org/sermons. I like the design in that it allows to to watch and purchase.

2.) How to uplooad/maintain site. I will need to be able to control and manage my site by putting new programs on it. A Yahoo type company may be to big. I need a boutique type and am willing to pay for it.

3.) continue with the links you feel are helpful. I am devouring them all trying to get up to speed. Compression, loading, size... these are all new terms. Well, size isn't a new term!

Mike

Steve House · April 29th, 2006, 01:51 PM

Keith, have you checked into the "DVD and Web Video Delivery" forum right here at DVInfo? It's a message board devoted to just your questions.

Casey Sattler · April 29th, 2006, 04:32 PM

Hello, I'm new to this forum and wanted find out what people here are interested in. I'm putting finishing touches on a short script (approx 15-25 min). I'm accumulating gear. I've got a partner who'll DP the project, I'll be directing. I have 25 years experience in television news -- mostly graphics and design and animation. To direct some short films has been a dream of mine forever -- now with the gear and the web, it's actually within my reach.

This project is (I'm sure you've read it before) NO CASH. I can not pay, so what I'm looking for are young people who have ambition, reliability, and want to learn. It will be a small crew. Here's what I'm looking for right now:

1 to 2 audio people
1 to 2 continity/script supervisor/shot logger
1 grip/lighting assistant

More to come if this project gets off the ground. I want you to get the most out of this project that you can -- I'm willing to give you as much -- short of cash -- that I can give, all that I ask in return is your ambition and dedication to filmmaking.

Email me if interested.

cmsattler27@mac.com

Thanks for listening.

Chris Hocking · April 29th, 2006, 06:45 PM

Hi Michael,

1. Again, I don't know much about distributing video via Flash, but I can confirm that Flash is simply a plug-in. End users DO have to download it. But that's not an issue at all. It's seemless in most browsers and on most operating systems.

2. Sounds like you need a "content management system" (CMS). This is basically a password protected website that lets you easily change certain aspects of the site (update text, add pictures, etc.). This way you don't have to learn anything technical. Search for "what is a CMS" in Google for more info.

3. I would hope "compression" isn't a new term if you're into video editing!

My suggestion would be, seeing as you like the "North Point" is to contact the people who made it. Their website is: http://www.galaxybright.com.

As Keith said, Google Video is another option (probably your best option!). Visit: http://video.google.com/support and read the FAQs...

Good luck!

Chris!

April 23rd, 2006, 12:17 PM	#316
Aviv Hallale Major Player Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Cape Town, South Africa Posts: 276	Jeremy Rochefort Hi Jeremy, I've noticed that you've disabled the function for me to E-mail you through the site, but I'd be honoured to correspond with you in regards to business ideas, maybe you could help me out a bit with some advice from a local? If so, please E-mail me at; VampiricYouth@Gmail.com Thanks! Aviv

April 24th, 2006, 03:20 PM	#317
Jeremy Rochefort Regular Crew Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Cape Town, SA Posts: 159	Enabled now __________________ MJ Productions Never let the need for money outweigh the need for Quality, Friendly and Professional Service

April 25th, 2006, 09:09 AM	#318
Daniel Reynoso Tourist Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Chicago IL Posts: 3	Manual for sony vx3 Hello does anyone have a manual for the sony vx3 hi8 camera? I was wondering if someone could photocopy me some of the more inportant features. I bought the camera off ebay and of course its used so no manual. It is the first camera I am using that has all the manual features. It is a bit daunting to try and learn to use it with out instructions. I tried Sony web site but can't find any help there. Thanks guys Daniel __________________ Daniel Reynoso Chicago IL V-16 Glidecam Owner/Operator

April 25th, 2006, 11:59 AM	#319
Jim Bacus New Boot Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 6	Call for 2nd camera- Sao Paulo Call for 2nd camera shooters! We are looking for DVX and/or HVX shooters around May 15th-30th for a shoot we are doing in Sao Paulo. Other Video Cameras welcome also + Still photos all welcome. We will be flying in from London and will make arrangements to meet you once we arrive. Please contact us NOW for details so we can get everything planned in advance. General Shooting Address= Rua do Consolaçao, Area - Jardins, Sao Paulo (SP), Brazil (Its right up the street from Oscar Freire- a huge shopping area) The movie is outlined here: http://www.kagimedia.com/TrainingVid...SCO/Disco.html Contact us now at: discod@kagimedia.com or call Jon Kagi London Cell: 011 44 + (0)773 727-1489 USA Rate to London: (206) 331-4684 Skype User: kagimedia

April 27th, 2006, 10:52 PM	#320
Lisa Bennett Major Player Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Central, FL Posts: 397	Planning a commercial and may need a DP with gear I'm in pre on a commercial in Central FL area. I'm using the HD100U(A). Posting this note a little early but I may be needing a DP with gear and knowledge of the HD100U to assist. Unfortunately, at the time of this post it's a no pay, just food and a copy. Can shoot it in a day. Very basic shots but want the widescreen, filmlook. Since there is a chance that I will be needing a DP, I wanted to post to see if there would be any interest. Lighting is of course so important and I prefer to have someone to help than me attempt to wear too many hats. All projects in the planning stage are Christian/family oriented. In the future to be shot is a true story documentary and a 30 minute program idea that I am exploring. Anyway, drop me a note if you can help or just to converse. Best, Lisa

April 28th, 2006, 06:08 AM	#321
Dave Herring Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Indian Rocks Beach, Florida Posts: 67	Lisa-- you have mail, call me!

April 28th, 2006, 07:50 AM	#322
Mike Cavanaugh Major Player Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Albany NY Posts: 311	San Diego - Rock-n-Roll Marathon SHOOTER AVAILABLE I'll be coming to San Diego to accompany a family member who is running the Marathon on June 4. Anyone producing a video on the event? Need a good shooter? Would prefer travel light and use your camera/sticks. If necessary, I can bring a GL-2, but don't want to carry a tripod on the flight. Looking for modest compensation.

April 28th, 2006, 04:51 PM	#323
Michael Russell New Boot Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 20	A big favor I need to call upon the huge community to help me achieve a goal and of course I do thank you in advance. I need help. I want to be able to place my video segments (30 minutes at a time- apx 50 hours total) on the web using Flash. I need a web company that knows far more than I do about Flash, Pay Pal etc.... I can shoot and edit, I need the other side of that equation. I can give the finished product to them but need help from here after. Any ideas...leads...friends etc...? The quality must be 'the standard by which the industry is judged." Please advise...Mike __________________ Results, not intentions count.

April 29th, 2006, 05:13 AM	#324
Chris Hocking Major Player Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 595	Please explain?!? Hi Michael, Sorry mate, I'm slightly confused by your post! 1. You say you need the "community" to help you out, but later say you need a "web company"? Why not just contact one of the billion major web design companies out there? In Australia, I recommened Think First (www.thinkfirst.com.au). If you're handling all the video side of things - all you really need is a webdesign/e-commerce system I would think? 2. By writing "Pay Pal", I'm presuming you are selling your product? Even more of a reason to just contact a web design company. 3. I don't know much about Flash, but I don't think that it's the best way to "show off" video footage. Quicktime or RealPlayer would be much more appropriate I would think? Or do you mean that you want to make the web site in Flash? I think it would be easier to help you out if you explain what you want to actually achieve a bit better. What's the end result/product? However, from what you've written, and if I make a few presumptions I would suggest filming all your "stuff", contacting a web firm that specialises in "video streaming" and "e-commerce" (Google will return hundreds of results - maybe consult a webdesign forum for advice), send them a copy of your footage at "best" quality and let them "do there thing". If you require specific help on the technical aspects of exporting your footage from your NLE to a format suitable for the web, then this is definatily the place to ask! www.atomsfilms.com is probably a site worth visting (and the "company" site www.atomentertainment.com). A good starting point would be: http://www.google.com.au/search?q=we...en-US:official. Anyway, good luck with your project! Hopefully we can be of some assistance! Later! Chris!

April 29th, 2006, 06:19 AM	#325
Keith Wakeham Major Player Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: St. John's, NL, Canada Posts: 416	The highest quailty would be with WMV-9(VC-1) or h.264. The two best options I think you have are to use Google Video to sell you movie. You upload, they compress, post and deal with trasnactions and stuff. I haven't dealt with them so I don't know what its like to be on the seller end. The other option is a WMV DRM server company. This way it protects your content and offers really high quaility. You will need to probably get a website done with payment methods and all sorts of stuff. Wish you luck! __________________ www.engr.mun.ca/~wakeham/index.htm

April 29th, 2006, 10:19 AM	#326
Giroud Francois Inner Circle Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: switzerland Posts: 2,133	what you ask is at minimum a 10.000$ project. Do you expect to pay this ?

April 29th, 2006, 12:23 PM	#327
Michael Russell New Boot Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 20	Clarify Thank you already for the post. Here are some specific questions. 1.) Best/easiest video format? I believe Flash is because it is in each browser and the end user does not have to download. The video is strong and not jittery. Check out http://www.northpoint.org/sermons. I like the design in that it allows to to watch and purchase. 2.) How to uplooad/maintain site. I will need to be able to control and manage my site by putting new programs on it. A Yahoo type company may be to big. I need a boutique type and am willing to pay for it. 3.) continue with the links you feel are helpful. I am devouring them all trying to get up to speed. Compression, loading, size... these are all new terms. Well, size isn't a new term! Mike __________________ Results, not intentions count.

April 29th, 2006, 01:51 PM	#328
Steve House Inner Circle Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Posts: 5,742	Keith, have you checked into the "DVD and Web Video Delivery" forum right here at DVInfo? It's a message board devoted to just your questions. __________________ Good news, Cousins! This week's chocolate ration is 15 grams!

April 29th, 2006, 04:32 PM	#329
Casey Sattler Tourist Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: United States Posts: 3	Hello from DC Hello, I'm new to this forum and wanted find out what people here are interested in. I'm putting finishing touches on a short script (approx 15-25 min). I'm accumulating gear. I've got a partner who'll DP the project, I'll be directing. I have 25 years experience in television news -- mostly graphics and design and animation. To direct some short films has been a dream of mine forever -- now with the gear and the web, it's actually within my reach. This project is (I'm sure you've read it before) NO CASH. I can not pay, so what I'm looking for are young people who have ambition, reliability, and want to learn. It will be a small crew. Here's what I'm looking for right now: 1 to 2 audio people 1 to 2 continity/script supervisor/shot logger 1 grip/lighting assistant More to come if this project gets off the ground. I want you to get the most out of this project that you can -- I'm willing to give you as much -- short of cash -- that I can give, all that I ask in return is your ambition and dedication to filmmaking. Email me if interested. cmsattler27@mac.com Thanks for listening.

April 29th, 2006, 06:45 PM	#330
Chris Hocking Major Player Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 595	Reply... Hi Michael, 1. Again, I don't know much about distributing video via Flash, but I can confirm that Flash is simply a plug-in. End users DO have to download it. But that's not an issue at all. It's seemless in most browsers and on most operating systems. 2. Sounds like you need a "content management system" (CMS). This is basically a password protected website that lets you easily change certain aspects of the site (update text, add pictures, etc.). This way you don't have to learn anything technical. Search for "what is a CMS" in Google for more info. 3. I would hope "compression" isn't a new term if you're into video editing! My suggestion would be, seeing as you like the "North Point" is to contact the people who made it. Their website is: http://www.galaxybright.com. As Keith said, Google Video is another option (probably your best option!). Visit: http://video.google.com/support and read the FAQs... Good luck! Chris!