Posts by DigitalRicky

We’ve been filming a feature for 3 weeks already, 2 weeks to go

That pretty sums up this summer

Pretty much that, I agree. I dont even want to get in how many problems there are in the US government, Ill just move to Canada to have a front row ticket of its collapse :/

VinhSonNguyen said

MarkBrodhuber said

felt_tips said
My personal theory is that it’s a bit of a vicious circle. It started off being a man’s world because of the increased level of technicality and the slightly unsocial nature of pushing keyframes around on a computer screen, but as the profession developed and it became increasingly male dominated, a culture of competition, high pressure, long hours developed. This is something that guys seem definitely more willing to deal with… well, up until the point where they burn out. Which brings me to another point… how often do you see someone over 35 working in this industry? Maybe that’s for another thread.

It’s funny you mentioned that. Just the other day one of my best friends was describing his workplace. He works full time at one of the bigger post-houses/advertising agencies in NYC . And he mentioned the work as grueling. 12 – 14 hour days are the norm, and 90% of the people in the trenches are between 25 – 35, no families, and drink Scott like it’s Fruit Punch. The burn out rate is ridiculous, and by the time people reach 36+ most leave to look for a different career choice.

Oh goodness, that sounds horrible!

Thats why we have Videohive, so those 36+ year olds can come back and chill while working in their bunny slippers.

I’m headed into a terrible 12-14hr days work in the film industry, and just speaking to profesional grips they tell me “First 2 years your trying not to screw up, and from then on your asking ‘What did I get myself into?’” But I’d never want to be working like that until I’m old, it will be a fun run, but in the end its all the same

You gotta love those name generators

“Cibalu” sounds very… ISPish to me

Very nice! Congrats! Makes me want to start uploading things. I start on something in AE and end up on Youtube, everything in between is a blur haha

launeisaac said

addict_fx said
It’s always good to have work. You have to hire somebody to help you out.

i hired an 17 year old kid fresh out of high school, I like em like that before they have develop and bad habits with time management or get cocky now it all… like many of the pros and even armatures down here in the Islands -l

Hmm, I’m 17 and hire 25 year olds, I get used to their bad habits

I know what you mean, I’ve had a nice vacation lately, but heading back to 2-3 weeks of non-stop all-day video production, yipeee! Time to put that 5-Hour-Energy to the test

Good luck on that all, I’ve been to enough 14 hour shoots to tell you, forget everything else, get SLEEP !

I decided to check that dreaded Videocopilot blog again, and this actually looks pretty cool

I’m curious to see what people come up with here using this plugin. I’m pretty sure After Effects its going to turn into 3ds Max/Cinema4d in the next few years

felt_tips said
Could you maybe have some ideas yourself? It sounds a bit like you’re asking the forum members to give up their ideas and technical skills for free for your project.

Maybe I read it wrong though. Are you a designer looking to do this job yourself or are you looking for a template or freelancer or all of the above? Maybe you could rephrase the question, it’s not quite clear.

-f.

He means that he’s in charge of the promo, but would like ideas.

Gozza, Im sure if you look for DVD trailers on youtube for major DJs, and incorporate colorful chocoality goodness with it, you can come up with something great.

Here is an example: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hu5b4wfpNjk

One thing that would help, is to contact the DJ of the event to find out which music will be played, or ask someone what songs they generally play there. Then connect a few songs together and edit the promo over the music. If thats what your looking for.

Last tip I can give you: Coffee, and lots of it

I… Well…

I am speechless! This is so cool! I’m totally getting it right now!

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