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Preparation and supplies for a surf shoot
From the course: Pro Video Tips
Preparation and supplies for a surf shoot
Just like with any other type of shoot, it all starts with preparation. Before we get out here in the sand and water, we want to make sure that everything is ready to go. First off, if you're shooting a surf video, apart from picking a good scenic location with a decent camera position from shore. You also want to check to make sure that the weather and water conditions are suitable for filming surf videos. No sense in loading everything up for one foot waves on a rainy day. Preload your camera with clean media cards with plenty of recording time. We don't want to handle these tiny SD and mini SD media cards around the sand anymore than we have to. Build and check the mount you plan to use and make sure you have all the necessary parts and accessory for your camera and that everything actually fits together and works as it should. Of course, you also want to make sure your camera batteries are fully charged and ready to go. I highly recommend, you get a car adapter so that you have…
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Tips on boosting your production value1m 46s
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Shooting with a shallow depth of field1m 36s
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Great audio and sound design2m 44s
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Keep your shots steady2m 32s
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Keep your camera moving2m 29s
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Location, location, location2m 15s
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Adding appropriate titles and FX1m 56s
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Hiring a colorist3m 38s
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Introduction to shooting discreetly1m 1s
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Scouting locations for a stealth shoot1m 47s
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Traveling and shooting low profile1m 25s
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Recording audio discreetly1m 25s
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Using discreet cameras and camerawork2m 22s
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Running interference1m 24s
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Adding production value with local resources1m 13s
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Always have a plan B55s
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Seven tips for better managing your crew3m 13s
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Get it all on paper first2m 6s
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Learn to delegate2m 12s
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Hiring is half the work2m 53s
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Understand how each person likes to work1m 34s
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Feed them good food31s
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Learn to speak their language1m 55s
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Goodbye1m 35s
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