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Original Post from Ben Butler
DEDOLIGHT KIT FOR SALE

Would anyone be interested in buying DLED daylight balanced three head battery and mains operational DEDOLIGHT Kit?

The Kit is in excellent condition and has only been used a ha…

8 years, 4 months ago
Original Post from Jack Stanton
If anybody is interested - London Industry Meet up

Networking/Drinks for Agents, Producers, Writers, Directors, Actors and more to connect with new people and source work/opportunities, pitch ideas and/or just have a great evening…

8 years, 4 months ago
Original Post from Sergio Falchi
Choosing a DOP for short

Dear All,

I am going to start planning a shooting for a 3 min. short film I wrote and I want to direct for a contest with a wide local visibility...just to start(my first after …

16 responses, most recent 8 years, 4 months ago.

Dear all, just a little update on what happened: I want for the one with the most "cinematic eye and sensibilities" despite of the relative lack of gear...and I am very happy abo…

Original Post from Simret Cheema-Innis
I'm looking for a DOP for a Sci-Fi Erotic Horror Short

Hi All,

I'm currently looking for a DOP for a short film titled "From Me to You" which I'll be shooting next month.

The film is a Sci-Fi Erotic Horror movie which will be shot b…

2 responses, most recent 8 years, 4 months ago.

Thanks Lee for this.

Original Post from Alessandro Capomolla
Most recent response from Mark Wiggins
London - Any suggestions for rental house with good deals for Alexa mini?

I'd like to get Alexa mini with lenses and shoulder rig for a music video, do you have any recommendation of nice people ?
Thanks!

2 responses, most recent 8 years, 4 months ago.

The rates I quoted above are just for the camera. I should have said.

Original Post from Sergio Mendes
Sony A6500? Good for music/wedding videos? Thanks

Was recommended the C100 however I came across the A6500 which offers 4k/built in image stabilization and HD 120fps.

I do mainly music videos but starting to do more weddings, wh…

8 years, 4 months ago
Original Post from Christopher Drury
CAA Qualified drone pilot needing to build portfolio

Hi all. I have recently been awarded my CAA approved Drone (7Kg) pilot PFCO licence and am looking to build a portfolio of work which will enable me to gain paid work. I have a Ma…

19 responses, most recent 8 years, 5 months ago.

Ira; I would very interested, thanks. Send me a direct message or email me chris@pro-motion.ltd to discuss the project more please.

My website is now up www.professionalmotion.co…

Original Post from Sergio Mendes
Most recent response from Rakesh Malik
Anyone used a Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera?

I have a 70D and been making mainly music/wedding/documentary vids, is the Blackmagic Pocket better to upgrade to? Thanks

8 responses, most recent 8 years, 5 months ago.

Given the price of SD cards, manual focus SLR lenses as well as some truly amazing autofocus zooms like the Sigma Art series, and the fact that you can some pretty inexpensive V-m…

Original Post from Benjamin Hodder
Does anyone have access to 16mm lenses for use on a film or know who I could ask?

I am looking to use an PL Mount 16mm lenses for a film shoot with an ARRI SR. I wondered if anyone knew where I could go to see about borrowing a lens or two? A 50mm would likely …

7 responses, most recent 8 years, 5 months ago.

Hi thanks guys! I found out that you can really only only on PL mount lenses. 35mm frame size is the only mod you can do. You are quite right it is to do with not being able to ge…

Original Post from Carlton Jones
Talented young creative videographer looking for a break

My 22 year old son shoots and edits some lovely creative video with Sony F7S and Canon kit. He's a real catch - any career advice for this kind of shooting would be really appreci…

8 years, 5 months ago
Original Post from Andrew Ionides
Basic lighting equipment for filming in woodlands

Hi Shooters,

I'm prepping / budgeting for a short horror to be filmed in the woods for a budget of £1,000 - 5,000k.

Our aim is still keep this super-cheap but effective so jus…

6 responses, most recent 8 years, 5 months ago.

Excellent. Thank you both.

Original Post from Sophie Dixon
Most recent response from Jakub
Does anyone have production contacts in the Czech Republic (also Southern Poland/ Eastern Germany) …

Hi, I'm looking for a production manager + cameraman.

It's for an MA/ artists film, shooting in April. Expenses + a little more paid.

It's based on interior scenes in the 'Sudet…

8 responses, most recent 8 years, 5 months ago.

Hi Sophie, let us know if you still need anyone in Czech Republic - we are production company based in Prague and we can help you with anything you need :) just let me know at jak…

Original Post from Mike Cochran
Most recent response from Mark Wiggins
Probably just me being stupid, but how do I select to search for lighting crew on here? Doesn't see…

Sound seems to have its own category in the list - is lighting under the production list? can't seem to find it?

Thanks for any help.

2 responses, most recent 8 years, 5 months ago.

Yes it is. Gaffer, Best Boy and Spark.

Original Post from Sergio Mendes
Help! What to upgrade from a 70D?

I am doing more video production work and need to upgrade from a 70D. I mainly do music videos and starting some documentary type projects. Can I have some recommendations please?…

8 years, 5 months ago
Original Post from Ivan Samuel
PL Zoom lens wanted

Hi hi,
I'm looking for a second hand PL zoom lens. Something between £100 - £2000. I'm based in London. Anyone?

8 years, 6 months ago
Original Post from Jose Rivadulla-Rey
Does anyone have a canon c100 or black magic mini ursa with lens for hire, Rates?

summer 2017
1 day shoot
Looking for a good deal or happy to work out a collaboration deal if possible.
email me your rates or sites jose2421@msn.com

8 years, 6 months ago
Original Post from Stephan George
Advise on HD camcorder for making off

Hi all,
can anyone advise me on a low budget camcorder? I need it to shoot footage for a making off that is intended for Youtube.
So the camcorder needs to be able to do HD, and m…

8 years, 6 months ago
Original Post from Anthony Cole
Manchester shoot looking for crew

Currently seeking a Gaffer, DoP, and a Sound Recordist for a shoot in Manchester from the 20th til the 23rd this month, the roles are paid £200 each (300 for DoP) and expenses are…

8 years, 6 months ago
Original Post from Josie Parkinson
Most recent response from Paddy Robinson-Griffin
How can I give my film a 1980s look?

I'm making a crowdfunding video next week for an 80s-themed show and would love for some of the footage to have a VHS retro feel (without having to edit actual film). After some s…

6 responses, most recent 8 years, 6 months ago.

Frankly the best way to look like you've shot on analogue VHS with a crappy lensed camcorder is to do so. If you're shooting on a DSLR it'll always look different, but I'd sugges…

Original Post from Nigel Taylor
Most recent response from Nathalie Hickson
Do you want to enhance your film with Aerial Cinematography?

If so contact Transmit-films.com and we may be able to assist with special rates or expenses only for SP film-makers

2 responses, most recent 8 years, 6 months ago.

Hi, Sounds great & will probably be interested later in year. Thanks Nathalie

Original Post from Graham Hughes
Any stories about how you've got work in the Camera Department

Hi,
I'm aspiring to become a 1st AC in feature films but am wondering where a good place to start is? Would any one be kind enough to share your story about how you started off a…

17 responses, most recent 8 years, 7 months ago.

Thank you all for your advice! It's exciting just thinking about the journey involved in this career. Lots of interesting stories there I'll definitely take up on what you've all …

Original Post from AndBut Films
Most recent response from Brian McGleenon
New Year's Resolution

What are your goals for the year?

1 response, most recent 8 years, 7 months ago.

Am gonna attempt to be brave enough to just tell the truth : )

Original Post from David Lane
Most recent response from Sam Seal
Shooting over the top of a table, best way?

Hello, I am seeking some grip knowledge. How have people filmed overhead views of a table, say a person preparing food? I do not want to have a rig where the camera is directly a…

10 responses, most recent 8 years, 8 months ago.

A go-pro, a cup-hook and some blu-tack.

Original Post from Sergio Mendes
Most recent response from Jamie Kennerley
What cameras do they use in hip hop music videos?

example of a music video on youtube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gvsao2_jsNk

Thanks

4 responses, most recent 8 years, 8 months ago.

I'm sure it's not any form of Alexa. Possibly a RED yeah, but the whole thing looks crappy even for a RED.
It even looks like a just-about-correctly-exposed 5D to me a times, but …

Original Post from Alwyne Kennedy
I need a HMI light in a hurry - for TOMORROW

I need to buy a 575W HMI bulb, or rent / buy a whole lamp TOMORROW MORNING. Tomorrow being Sunday. Anyone know of a place in London that will be open? The nearer to Lewisham, the …

2 responses, most recent 8 years, 8 months ago.

Cheers, Paddy. Checked out Pixi Pixel and too far away. I'm hoping to get away with using my other, lesser-powered HMI lamp.

Shoot day already started so can't type more.

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