Archive for July, 2009
Video production at hotels
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Hotel rooms and conference room suites are great for shooting video testimonials. They’re often easy to find, have all kinds of amenities for talent and crew and they’re often much more affordable compared to renting studio space. |
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Before bringing anything into the room, we look around to see what existing elements can be used in the shot. Positioning talent near existing lighting fixtures often means less equipment needs to be brought into the room. For this particular shoot, we used the overhead chandelier for a soft, global light but also to hold the back-up microphone. If no one’s available to stand in for prelighitng, a pillow can be a great substitute |
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Hotel rooms are also handy for food. We often encourage clients to have a basic coffee, tea, water set up. It not only shows your appreciation for their time it’s also great should someone get a coughing attack, has a scratchy throat or is just plain thirsty. |
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A still frame from the final video |
Food Network Video Shoot
Thomson Communications of Middleton called with a delicious project. Jay Duchin would be filming the owner of Cakes for Occasions, Kelley Delaney, in her natural habitat… a bakery! Cakes for Occasions is a nut-free bakery creating the most delectable gourmet cakes and pastries for all milestones. Duchin has been a fan of Cakes for Occasions for many years (especially because he has a niece who is allergic to nuts) and he was thrilled to have the opportunity of working with them. (more…)
Shooting Video with Motorcycles
My multitasking wheels were really turning at the Whitehorse Press Publishers motorcycle shoot. I had the honor of working with internationally recognized motorcycle expert Ken Condon in filming a companion video for his new book “Riding in the Zone”. “Riding in the Zone” is a book that will help early-intermediate to early-advanced riders learn the physical and mental riding techniques in order to become more confident on their bike. (more…)
