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Jim Allan · July 12th, 2010, 06:17 AM

I'm new to this forum, and look forward to learning from you guys. I've been in the video world for the last 4 years, I was previously a plumber...yep a plumber. I am currently working as a camera operator shooting on the Phantom HD and the RED One cameras. I was recently approached by a dance school owner about shooting recitals, so I bought a Sony HVR-A1U, and Sony Vegas Pro 9. I have worked in a studio, but never captured live events, so I am totally new at this, and I'm excited about learning from you guys.

Brad Higerd · July 14th, 2010, 12:48 PM

Jim, WELCOME!

What kinds of productions does an ex-plumber find himself producing with a Phantom HD and RED One camera? In case it's not clear, that's not standard equipment on this forum.

I'm a new DSLR shooter in Maitland, but ride my motorcycle up to Sanford 2-3 times per week to workout with a personal trainer in the old town area on Lake Monroe. Before that, I lived on the lake for a year. Sanford's a bit strange, but it's got character!

I'm definitely interested in what kind of productions you'd LIKE to do, as much as what you've done.

Brad (Higerd)

Jim Allan · July 15th, 2010, 04:26 PM

Brad, I work at Digital Juice designing and shooting special effects like fire, explosions, water, viscous liquids and stuff like that. I got hired on as a set builder for DJTV, and learned the Phantom and Red One workflow. I have little experience outside of our studio and was recently approached about shooting a recital so I bought a Sony HVR-A1U and joined this forum. I really enjoy getting out and about and capturing live stuff. I also ride a bike, I've got an 08 GSX-R600 and a 94 Yamaha Virago 750.

Dan Asseff · July 15th, 2010, 09:24 PM

Hi Jim,

Welcome to the forum. We are pretty much Neighbors, about 25 minutes away.I have a lot of DJ. Sound like a cool job. I have a leaky pipe can you fix it lol.

Dan
Forever Moments Video Productions

Jim Allan · July 16th, 2010, 05:38 AM

Hi Dan,
Thanks for the welcome....I think I remember how to plumb...lol.

Brad Higerd · July 16th, 2010, 09:38 AM

Jim,

A meeting might not be a bad idea. I'm developing a production team to shoot a pilot tv show for potential sale to various nationally-known entities, and we may end-up short on camera operators. If you're interested in at least discussing the possibility of helping us, let me know.

Brad
higerd@gmail.com

P.S. Dan, edited message to say "hi." Seemed rather rude to not acknowledge a neighbor.

July 12th, 2010, 06:17 AM	#1
Jim Allan New Boot Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Lake Mary, Florida Posts: 24	Noob from Orlando I'm new to this forum, and look forward to learning from you guys. I've been in the video world for the last 4 years, I was previously a plumber...yep a plumber. I am currently working as a camera operator shooting on the Phantom HD and the RED One cameras. I was recently approached by a dance school owner about shooting recitals, so I bought a Sony HVR-A1U, and Sony Vegas Pro 9. I have worked in a studio, but never captured live events, so I am totally new at this, and I'm excited about learning from you guys.

July 16th, 2010, 09:38 AM	#6
Brad Higerd Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 186	Jim, A meeting might not be a bad idea. I'm developing a production team to shoot a pilot tv show for potential sale to various nationally-known entities, and we may end-up short on camera operators. If you're interested in at least discussing the possibility of helping us, let me know. Brad higerd@gmail.com P.S. Dan, edited message to say "hi." Seemed rather rude to not acknowledge a neighbor. Last edited by Brad Higerd; July 16th, 2010 at 09:41 AM. Reason: I was rude

July 14th, 2010, 12:48 PM	#2
Brad Higerd Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 186	Jim, WELCOME! What kinds of productions does an ex-plumber find himself producing with a Phantom HD and RED One camera? In case it's not clear, that's not standard equipment on this forum. I'm a new DSLR shooter in Maitland, but ride my motorcycle up to Sanford 2-3 times per week to workout with a personal trainer in the old town area on Lake Monroe. Before that, I lived on the lake for a year. Sanford's a bit strange, but it's got character! I'm definitely interested in what kind of productions you'd LIKE to do, as much as what you've done. Brad (Higerd)

July 15th, 2010, 04:26 PM	#3
Jim Allan New Boot Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Lake Mary, Florida Posts: 24	Brad, I work at Digital Juice designing and shooting special effects like fire, explosions, water, viscous liquids and stuff like that. I got hired on as a set builder for DJTV, and learned the Phantom and Red One workflow. I have little experience outside of our studio and was recently approached about shooting a recital so I bought a Sony HVR-A1U and joined this forum. I really enjoy getting out and about and capturing live stuff. I also ride a bike, I've got an 08 GSX-R600 and a 94 Yamaha Virago 750.

July 15th, 2010, 09:24 PM	#4
Dan Asseff Major Player Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Port Orange Fl Posts: 317	Hi Jim, Welcome to the forum. We are pretty much Neighbors, about 25 minutes away.I have a lot of DJ. Sound like a cool job. I have a leaky pipe can you fix it lol. Dan Forever Moments Video Productions

July 16th, 2010, 05:38 AM	#5
Jim Allan New Boot Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Lake Mary, Florida Posts: 24	Hi Dan, Thanks for the welcome....I think I remember how to plumb...lol.