Jesus Sifuentes

just take a stroll on your local Craigslist TV/Film/Video job post for a good laugh. Some of the job posting rates are just plain offensive. None the less I did recently get a 1st AD job of a Craigslist posting. Decent budget and decent rate.

It all depends on where you are outputting it to. DVD use Mpeg-2. HD videos online then H.264. Nowadays most pc video players will play both because they have the codecs for it. A few years back it was a pain to view any video format online because of the numerous codecs. Now its not a problem. For a more universal codec I would use Adobe Flash Video codec FLV.

Oh brother. There is nothing like being isolated in a country you have no power to contest the allegations. Pray you get out of that mess ASAP. Are you part of a union? Is there anything us members here at cinematography can do on your behalf?

View the films of Andrew Blake. One of the most respected erotic filmmakers. He still shots in 16mm and considered an artist in Europe. He does soft to hardcore erotic films and uses some of the most stunning women and his cinematography is unmatched in the genre. The editing and cinematography convey a sense of unbearable teasing in his choice of shots. He tends to light very vibrantly and uses exotic locations for all his films. To date he is the only "pornographer" who has won a major award at an international film festival. You can base your thesis on this unique filmmaker. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrew_Blake_%28pornographer%29 http://andrewblake.com/

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I was wondering what video services the majority of directors, dp, cinematographers, editors etc use to upload their reels. There are numerous video services including: youtube, myspace, google video, metacafe, stage6 etc. These services do come in handy if you don't know any html to insert on your official website if you have one. All of these video sites do include embed html video which you can easily copy and paste into your website or blog. To date the best video service I have come across to is Virb www.virb.com which lets you submit HD quality reels and standard video which is encoded with adobe flash video. A few DP's who have used Cinemek G35 lens adapter have displayed their reels on this site and they look astonishing. The resolution looks pristine and the rendering of the video is excellent. So what video services do you use? p.s. I am in no way affiliated with Virb.

I agree with you Xavier. Some of these directors don't even make an effort to learn the essentials. I am not a cinematographer but I make an effort to learn what 3 point lighting is, rule of third and how to mount a camera on a tripod. In my spare time I mess with 650, kinos, 1k's etc just to get a sharper eye for lighting and experimenting. I am working on my craft 24/7 because I want to be a working director. That old mantra of the director just focusing on the vision and working with talent is a bit of a cop-out to me.

Gracias Marcos. I extend the same if you ever come to Texas. Here is my contact info. Jesus Sifuentes El Gato Negro Films www.elgatonegrofilms.com www.dreamingat24fps.com 1-281-451-1946 elgatonegro13@gmail.com

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well most videography production don't need performances. Most are corporate videos, weddings, commercials.

I agree with you with the standard definition. Typical videography gigs tend to have smaller crews (3-5) and each crew member usually does more than one job. I am not debating that, nor budget. Now just cause I have a minimal budget doesn't mean I am gonna sacrifice quality. I've worked on numerous low budget projects where the director had minimal experience but had tremendous passion, vision and respect for the more experienced crew members. Perhaps I have been unfair by using 'videographer" and generalizing the term. Then what would be a better term to describe these type of "filmmakers"?

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We lost one of our key grips here in Texas about 2 months ago. Robert Chambers, who also died of cancer. He was one of our mentors. My respects to John Pytlak. Paypal does have a donation link/button. It is really easy to set up. Here is the link http://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=p...e-intro-outside

Well, I did make it clear that I wasn't being judgment about the medium they use. Regardless if its 35mm, HD or DV. I categorized these types of directors as "videographer" because of the lack of knowledge or respect for the craft. Now, 90% of these director shot DV or HDV hence why I chose to use the term 'videographer". Just look at your local spots and you will know what I am talking about. Now I think a Filmmaker/Cinematographer who shots HD/DV and takes pride in the work they do regardless if its a local spot, wedding, corporate video etc does not fall into a "videographer".

Well this director that I worked with has been in the "biz" for years now. There is no excuse.

Here in San Antonio there are only 2 production companies that I work with that still shot on 35mm. The other ones mostly shot HD/DV.

Lately I have been working on minor budget productions working as a grip and have notice a huge amount of directors who don't know the basics of Film/HD. I worked on a small budget commercial were the Director keep on asking for 3 point lighting and he clearly had no idea of the basic set up. Every so often he would utter the words "lets white balance" in front of the client even thou the set up was the same. We ended up in a small confrontation because I just couldn't take any more. I have come to the conclusion that a videographer is just a cut and shot person with no respect for the aesthetics of the craft of filmmaking. Some one who hustles a client in to false promises and half ass efforts. Now I am not being judgmental because of budget or medium. I sure there are filmmakers who shot 35mm and take the same attitude. To me a videographer has become a dirty word that i affiliate with these kind of "directors".

start off by doing still 35mm & digital photography. that is a must. you will start getting a sense of your unique perspective of viewing the world. learning the elements of lighting/light is another must.

visually there wasn't much to distinguish you from other filmmakers. the nature of the shot didn't require a unique style but nonetheless there was much you could have done to put your individual eye and I am afraid I didn't see it here. the footage was shot clean but it had a standard formula. I do appreciate that you took the time to set up your shots. The lighting on that day must have been perfect.

Hola Marcos. I was interested in knowing wither there is a Film Commission in Monterrey, Mexico. I know there is one in Mexico City. If you have any information please send it my way. Gracias.

Hey James. Thank you bro, for taking the time to give me such awesome resources. If you can send me an email with your contact info we can talk shop and see if we can work something out. I work for a Grip/Lighting company were I am a grip. So I can easily get a 5 ton truck for dirt cheap. I got a short film I am in development stages working out budgets and creative options. One being shooting on 35mm and editing it on a flatbed. Please get a hold of me asap. Gracias. p.s. I use to live in el paso for about a year on Mesa St. :D elgatonegro13@gmail.com www.elgatonegrofilms.com

I was interested in knowing if anybody has heard of any workshops for editing on a flatbed for 35mm. I googled it and also called the Editor's Union, with not much luck. If there is an editor in Texas that still edits on a flatbed, please contact me.

Man that is wicked! We have been drawing prototypes for a jib. Will post on the forums.

a major factor is where u are located at and since you are just starting, the ideal job would be Production Assistant. You could actually make a decent living doing PA work. I did it for about 2 years. Good PA's are hard to come by and in demand. Any where from 15,000 - 25,000, depending how much work you get.

link isn't working for me bro.