David Rakoczy

I never said that.

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Why not deal with Fotokem directly?... they'll do it for that....

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The number of industries that have people lined up to work for free are too numerous to enumerate. Each person assumes they will get noticed in their field and then make money... many are correct in this assumption.

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So true JB! ....and let's not overlook a Pole-Cat or Wall Spreaders! ;)

Thanks Saul... I was just going to post the same question. Truth is, the smaller the mm the harder it is...

Annie Wengenroth. Remember, you bring up a topic and others comment on that topic and not ALL comments are directed towards (you) per se. This is a valuable lesson (unfortunately at your expense) for all those getting into this business. We can't let our guard down as that is when we will get bit... even if it is a client we have worked with numerous times, ALWAYS start the day/ gig with the Agreement on paper. We can get so wrapped up in the creative side that we neglect the business side of this business. I have been in your position twice Annie. Once before I had an agreement and I lost the $ and the next time I had an agreement (in writing) and that helped leverage a check out of them and into my hands. May you find a great gig that reaffirms the reason you got into this business in the first place or may you find a position/ career in something more rewarding. Peace.

Agreements and Contracts are breached all the time. There are no guarantees in anything (with a couple exceptions) ... however, the more you cover your ass the better. Wouldn't you agree? Wouldn't it be better if you and the producer had a signed agreement stating your rate, hours, overtime (if any)... etc...etc.. before you started working?... rather than nothing but what each 'recalls' from a brief phone conversation? At least you'll have 'some' leg to stand on... Seems like an obvious, responsible business practice to me....

#6 (which should be #1)... take a Deal Memo and have the producer sign it prior to starting any work.... even better faxing it to them and having them print, sign, scan and return it prior to your even getting out of bed that morning ;) It is for your protection as well as (his).

Not all spot are 'over-shot-. I usually shoot 3 - 5 rolls for a :30 spot and it does not take long at all to import. Either way even if it took, say a couple hours, it would take just as long pulling from a digi source so I must be missing something in Mr. Koch's post or he didn't quite explain himself well. Sure it takes a copuple days to lock picture to begin Grading but that is true no matter what the source. I just don't see how a film acquisition burdens a show that much more (other than the transfer). As far as being afraid of film and sleepless nights... no guts no glory! I prefer to look at that time between wrap and dailies as "Exciting'... not fearful. ;) ... tho it is not for the weak of heart that is for sure!

Nonsense! I shoot :30 Spots all the time.. in FILM. Believe me, my job is not in jeopardy (anymore then anyone else's is in this fickle business). Transferring the Film to a hard drive makes importing the footage into a work station just a matter of drag and drop and a minute or two for the transfer to occur. Gimme a break. It is effortless. I don't know what you are doing that week but I assure you, once the footage is on my drive, I am editing straight away. 4-5 minutes maybe... but 4-5 days? :rolleyes: Non-linear editing is non-linear editing no matter what the source..

$500k is "low" budget and it can range from 0 - $2,000/ week... I have also seen situations where the DP (DP's family) PAID for the position. Yes, the parents kicked in $40k and their son got the job. So, just tell them what you want and start negotiating from there. ;) Good Luck!

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Absolutely Mark! For some reason those who 'risk' capital aren't deserving of the rewards of their risk (anymore).. and if they 'are'... they had better share it with those who did not risk... welcome to the new America! We will all soon be slaves to the State!... and productivity (true productivity) will cease.

yep.. a couple Par 64s on the outside pins of a triple header.. leave the panning knuckle loose and pan for effect.

Thanks for your insight John!