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Original Post from Vitoria de Mello Franco
Most recent response from Garry Clarkson
Looking for models/performers and a cinematographer to collaborate on project to be shown at Garage…

This project was commissioned by a world-leading institution that concepts, curates, and produces art multiples – providing all collaborators with great exposure to the artistic c…

10 responses, most recent 7 years, 10 months ago.

post in 'production' get work stating rate of pay etc

Original Post from Jakub Niewinski
Looking for a job/interesting projects opportunities in Bristol.

I've recently move to Bristol and looking job as editor. I have 6 years of experience in different internatonal tv shows. If you looking for a camera trainee, I'am all yours also.…

7 years, 10 months ago
Original Post from Oliver Krimpas
Looking to buy or rent Easy-rig for Oct 23 - Nov 12

Hi - I'm shooting a microbudget feature between October 23 and November 12 and I'm looking to either buy or rent an Easy-rig with a Serene Arm (it can be one of those Chinese knoc…

7 years, 10 months ago
Original Post from HENRY HEREFORD
I am looking for one person with camera and sound that can shoot a 6 min pitch. Maybe 2 set ups - D…

31st October in Dorset area - outside - walk and talk and static. Mockumentary comedy style. 3 hours max - camera and sound and if you can edit as well all the better. 2 scenes fo…

7 years, 10 months ago
Original Post from Oliver Krimpas
Looking to buy or rent a DJI Ronin Oct 23-Nov 12

Hi - I'm shooting a microbudget feature between October 23 and November 12 and I'm looking to either buy or rent a DJI Ronin gimbal. Must be in good condition.

(I'm also looking …

7 years, 10 months ago
Original Post from Jason Chua
Most recent response from Emre Sen
Shooting an underwater scene: Low-budget location

Hi all,

For my upcoming short film, I am looking to shoot a particular scene underwater ideally in a pool (as I require the slight vastness, clarity of the water, and ability to …

5 responses, most recent 7 years, 10 months ago.

Hello Jason,

Did you find a place to shoot underwater eventually?

Thanks

Emre

Original Post from Q-ell Betton
Anyone interested in making a really short film?

I've got a script, editing software, and some film kit - Lumix G7, G6, - what I need are collaborators for this - https://youtu.be/48b76LB4hwM - Film Riot's one-minute film compe…

7 years, 10 months ago
Original Post from Aletha Shepherd
Anyone interested in exchanging camera equipment for a producer/director for their project?

I'm making my first feature film in London and looking to borrow camera equipment in exchange for my services as a director/producer for your idea/project.

I've made 4 shorts tha…

7 years, 10 months ago
Original Post from Gemma Paul
Looking for anyone in the Dorset area who would like to Team Up

I am a new writer in Dorset looking for anyone in the area who would like to team up and make some films with.

I have a few shorts in mind which I'm just fine tuning and it woul…

7 years, 10 months ago
Original Post from Will Davies
Most recent response from Mark Wiggins
Professional Light Meter Vs. iPhone App?

I was curious if any cinematographers have tried using iPhone apps like Lux, Pocket Light Meter and myLightMeter, and seen how they compare with professional light meters? I'm th…

1 response, most recent 7 years, 11 months ago.

Those Iphone apps are quite good. However, in general I light with a Spot meter. Its what I'm comfortable with. I also light with a meter when shooting digital as well as film;…

Original Post from Caitlin Middleton
Most recent response from Charles Normsaskul
Looking for producers / directors / DOPs to collaborate with on a surreal black comedy short

I'm a writer with a short (18mins-ish) script that I'm looking to get into production.

It's a black comedy about mental health and I think there's a lot of scope to do something…

12 responses, most recent 7 years, 11 months ago.

Hi Caitlin

I love black comedies and would love to read your script. Please could you send it to charlesnormsaskul@gmail.com

I am yet to make a film myself and am just trying to…

Original Post from Andrew Ionides
Camera phone 25 fps

Good evening all,

I am shooting a short 'found footage' film as part of an anthology film and wish to shoot it on a smartphone. However the distributor has requested all films to…

9 responses, most recent 7 years, 11 months ago.

Thanks Alwyne. Indeed I got myself one a few months ago and got Filmic Pro. Gonna have a play around with it

Original Post from Lee Morgan
Directing Duo looking for projects/collaborators! Any projects that need Directors?

Hi there. We're a Self-Shooting Directing Duo with immense filmmaking experience looking to grow our network and opportunities whilst expanding our ever varied portfolio of work.

7 years, 11 months ago
Original Post from Sheida Mas
Anybody free Sunday the 27th to film a Dance Video?

My name is Sheida Mas and I am a Spanish Choreographer based in London.
I am working on a new dance piece with 7 female dancers and I need to shoot a short video of it this next …

3 responses, most recent 7 years, 11 months ago.

I have already found somebody for Sunday but I will check everyone's work for future projects. Thank you very much for your interest in what I do. I have received a lot of message…

Original Post from Agy Chmura
Lapel mic for DSLR?

Hello, could anyone please recommend a lapel mic system for Canon 6D ?

Is this any good? Saramonic SR-WM4C Wireless Radio Mic Lapel Lavalier Microphone Kit for DSLR

Thaaaaaanks

6 responses, most recent 7 years, 11 months ago.

That's helpful thanks Rikki

Original Post from Shem Haye
Most recent response from Ainy Jaffri Rahman
Talent for new web series

I am looking for keen and creative individuals within the film industry to collaborate with and create an exciting new web series… screenwriters, actors, cameramen, etc.

It woul…

20 responses, most recent 7 years, 12 months ago.

Hi, I'm an actress, done lots of TV work and two feature films with worldwide cinema releases. Pls do keep me in the loop. You can just google Ainy Jaffri for my imdb, wiki etc. L…

Original Post from Matthew Freeman
Most recent response from Lynwood Shiva Sawyer
Green Screen or Physical Set?

Good morning all.

I have a quick question for anyone who has had even the slightest experience working on a project that has involved a green screen.

I am currently in the pre-p…

4 responses, most recent 8 years ago.

Curmudgeon alert. I loathe green screen for realistic drama. For high budget CGI, there are no alternatives, and for totally off the wall comedy, it works, too. But for drama, mo…

Original Post from Tania Hoser
Most recent response from Lynwood Shiva Sawyer
Looking to take production stills of camera and lighting departments to include in a book on cinema…

Hi, I have been commissioned to write a book about cinematography for Taylor Francis, Focal Press for the North American and UK markets due for publication in June 2018. I would l…

4 responses, most recent 8 years ago.

Hi, Tania. I'm good friends with three behind-the-scenes photographers. If you send me your email address, I'll have them contact you directly. Or you can contact me, and I'll se…

Original Post from Sergio Falchi
LED light or NOT? Info about a entry level kit

Dear all, I am not into cinematography but I am asking this for a friend who is looking for a advice and opinion about this HWMART 50 w LED fresnel light kit:



https://www.amazo…

2 responses, most recent 8 years ago.

Thank you Alwyne! I'll report your advice to my friend....I suppose he had chosen this kit especially for price , but if not OK, it'll be better to ask for a replacement, or simp…

Original Post from Karel Bata
Own equipment insurance for going abroad?

Hi,

I've just bought a Sony FS5 and Odyssey 7Q+. Great piece of kit. Loving it.

Now I want to take it to Malaysia and need insurance. Anybody got suggestions?

Cheers!

2 responses, most recent 8 years ago.

Used Hiscox. Thanks Paddy!

Original Post from Karen Turner
Hi - does anyone have a Red(living in Devon/Cornwall/Somerset)? Paid hire/DOP rates.

Hi - we are looking to film some pick up shots for a short film in Devon so would ideally like to find somebody local with a Red. DOP going rate paid for one day's work plus expen…

8 years ago
Original Post from Gemma Gould
Most recent response from Kimberly Watkins
If I shoot with say a hd camera what do I need for sound?

Please

2 responses, most recent 8 years ago.

Yes, don't rely on camera sound. The camera can be HD ,SD, UHD--- all cameras need to use external sound. No matter what the picture quality is, you will lose your audience if t…

Original Post from Patricia Tracey Anena
Most recent response from Sherice Griffiths
I'm looking for a camera assitant who has their own equipment and could be able to shoot next week?

Specifically four camera assistant.

1 response, most recent 8 years ago.

do you mean a camera operator with a camera? A camera assistant generally won't provide actually shooting kit

Original Post from Chryssanthi Kouri
Most recent response from Darren Giles
Anyone has footage of the London skyline?

Hello, I’m looking to license some daylight footage of the London skyline, specifically around City/London Bridge/Borough areas, (aerial or shot from a high rooftop) to use over c…

5 responses, most recent 8 years, 1 month ago.

Sure no problem Chryssanthi.

Original Post from Nathaniel Soria
Any DP's in NYC experimenting with vertical video?

I'm looking for a rule-breaker!

We're currently working on a project where we're utilizing portrait framing for a mixed media experience on smart phones.

After creating this pr…

7 responses, most recent 8 years, 1 month ago.

Kieron- really interesting tid-bit about Dolan's film. Wasn't there also a Japanese ninja film that came out a couple years back with a similar ratio handling? Thanks.

Matt- supe…

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