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James Huenergardt · December 12th, 2006, 04:28 PM

Well, this is my first 60-second spot with any type of budget. It's for a landing net manufacturer called Adventure Products. (www.adventureproducts.com)

http://www.reelinspirations.com/adve...ucts/ego_3.wmv

Would love any feedback on the spot. The only thing I didn't do was compose the music and do the voiceover.

Thanks,

Jim

Mike Horrigan · December 12th, 2006, 07:36 PM

Nicely done!

Did you do the "Wire-frame net" work yourself?

Very nice.

Mike

Noah Hayes · December 12th, 2006, 08:02 PM

That looked great! If you don't mind me asking, what was your budget on that project? You used an HVX right?

Ari Shomair · December 12th, 2006, 09:33 PM

Nice! I have two recommendations, which relate directly to each other -
1) His hat throws a shadow on his face, and although I understand we are supposed to focus on the product I find its people viewers generally connect with -

2) If removing his hat wasn't an option (as fisherman love their hats), was a reflector of any kind used to try and light up his face?

James Huenergardt · December 13th, 2006, 08:58 AM

Mike - Yes, I modeled the net in Lightwave and then rendered out two different versions using the same Layout project. One full 3D, the other a wireframe.

Noah - Actually, I shot with a Z1U for the above water shots and a Sony VX-1000 for the underwater shot. Since I'm just starting out, I didn't think I could charge what I thought it was worth. The client paid me $1,700 of which I will net $1,000 after expenses. (boat rental, music, voice over, etc.)

Ari - Yes, I had a reflector, but not enough 'crew' to help out. That kind of bothered me too, but the focus is the net.

Thanks for the compliments.

Jim

John Huling · December 13th, 2006, 09:34 AM

James

How'd ya get that overhead shot? Who did the graphics? Nice Job!

Mark Bournes · December 13th, 2006, 09:40 AM

James, Nice job on a small budget, I'm sure it will lead to bigger things. Congrats.

Jeremy Hughes · December 13th, 2006, 10:41 AM

Nice work! Demonstrates the product very well I thought. Only other thing I might have added was a couple ECUs on the net with a bass fighting around in it with the classic slow-mo. Especially if that net is made not to tangle line... something I really hate about most nets I've ever used :)

James Huenergardt · December 15th, 2006, 04:20 PM

Thanks again for the comments.

John, I shot with a Century Optics 6.0 non-zoom WA adapter from another boat. I didn't stand on anything other than the boat.

Also, I did all the graphics myself from scratch in Lightwave 3D and After Effects.

Thanks again,

Jim

Khaled Chatila · January 2nd, 2007, 08:04 AM

Hi James,

Great video, I have a question about the support you were using while shooting from the boat? (did you use any stabilizer or anything like that?)

Brian Luce · January 2nd, 2007, 11:59 AM

I think you should have used a better looking boat or really polished that one up. a better boat says "People who want the best buy these nets".

2) I'd avoid showing CF numbers unless is says something like "fishing net"

3) I thought you relied on that one shot of the net and fisherman too much. Would have preferred a few more angles.

4) have you considered using a testimonial or two?

5) you should charge more for a your abilities.

December 12th, 2006, 04:28 PM	#1
James Huenergardt Major Player Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Chehalis, WA Posts: 513	Just finished a 60-second spot, take a look... Well, this is my first 60-second spot with any type of budget. It's for a landing net manufacturer called Adventure Products. (www.adventureproducts.com) http://www.reelinspirations.com/adve...ucts/ego_3.wmv Would love any feedback on the spot. The only thing I didn't do was compose the music and do the voiceover. Thanks, Jim

December 12th, 2006, 07:36 PM	#2
Mike Horrigan Major Player Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Ottawa Canada Posts: 755	Nicely done! Did you do the "Wire-frame net" work yourself? Very nice. Mike __________________ My short films... The Interview & Calls From The Führerbunker

December 13th, 2006, 09:40 AM	#7
Mark Bournes Major Player Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Jupiter, FL Posts: 565	James, Nice job on a small budget, I'm sure it will lead to bigger things. Congrats. __________________ Mark www.sharkvp.com

December 13th, 2006, 10:41 AM	#8
Jeremy Hughes Major Player Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 276 Images: 2	Nice work! Demonstrates the product very well I thought. Only other thing I might have added was a couple ECUs on the net with a bass fighting around in it with the classic slow-mo. Especially if that net is made not to tangle line... something I really hate about most nets I've ever used :) __________________ www.elevate-m.com filmvideostuff.blogspot.com

December 12th, 2006, 08:02 PM	#3
Noah Hayes Major Player Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sterling, Virginia Posts: 226	That looked great! If you don't mind me asking, what was your budget on that project? You used an HVX right?

December 12th, 2006, 09:33 PM	#4
Ari Shomair Major Player Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: LA, California, USA Posts: 224	Nice! I have two recommendations, which relate directly to each other - 1) His hat throws a shadow on his face, and although I understand we are supposed to focus on the product I find its people viewers generally connect with - 2) If removing his hat wasn't an option (as fisherman love their hats), was a reflector of any kind used to try and light up his face?

December 13th, 2006, 08:58 AM	#5
James Huenergardt Major Player Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Chehalis, WA Posts: 513	Mike - Yes, I modeled the net in Lightwave and then rendered out two different versions using the same Layout project. One full 3D, the other a wireframe. Noah - Actually, I shot with a Z1U for the above water shots and a Sony VX-1000 for the underwater shot. Since I'm just starting out, I didn't think I could charge what I thought it was worth. The client paid me $1,700 of which I will net $1,000 after expenses. (boat rental, music, voice over, etc.) Ari - Yes, I had a reflector, but not enough 'crew' to help out. That kind of bothered me too, but the focus is the net. Thanks for the compliments. Jim

December 13th, 2006, 09:34 AM	#6
John Huling Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: USA Posts: 172	James How'd ya get that overhead shot? Who did the graphics? Nice Job!

December 15th, 2006, 04:20 PM	#9
James Huenergardt Major Player Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Chehalis, WA Posts: 513	Thanks again for the comments. John, I shot with a Century Optics 6.0 non-zoom WA adapter from another boat. I didn't stand on anything other than the boat. Also, I did all the graphics myself from scratch in Lightwave 3D and After Effects. Thanks again, Jim

January 2nd, 2007, 08:04 AM	#10
Khaled Chatila New Boot Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Dubai - UAE Posts: 24	Hi James, Great video, I have a question about the support you were using while shooting from the boat? (did you use any stabilizer or anything like that?)

January 2nd, 2007, 11:59 AM	#11
Brian Luce Inner Circle Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 2,290	I think you should have used a better looking boat or really polished that one up. a better boat says "People who want the best buy these nets". 2) I'd avoid showing CF numbers unless is says something like "fishing net" 3) I thought you relied on that one shot of the net and fisherman too much. Would have preferred a few more angles. 4) have you considered using a testimonial or two? 5) you should charge more for a your abilities.