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Set Etiquette and the Chain of Command - Part 2
You have a responsibility to deliver good sound. It doesn’t matter whether you are the Production Mixer or the EPK guy. There will be times when you need something from the people around you, like quiet. It may be that the people around you will not give you what you need, even after you ask... Read full entry »
November 28, 2008
Set Etiquette and the Chain of Command - Part I
“Etiquette:  A code that governs the expectations of social behavior, according to the contemporary conventional norm within a society, social class, or group.” From Wikipedia What are the basic rules for how to behave on a movie set? Don’t draw attention to yourself. Wear dark colors and be quiet. Turn off your cell phone. Don’t make... Read full entry »
October 30, 2008
The Four Horsemen of Troubleshooting
When the crew is looking at you, the only person who isn’t ready to roll, you may hope for the Apocalypse. Alas, it is time to start troubleshooting. Checking cables for shorts, gear for correct settings, battery life, and the source of that stupid hum can drive you mad. One of the most difficult... Read full entry »
July 31, 2008
A Tale of Two Productions, Part 2
Public transportation… I love it. Partly due to my roots in a small town, part gas prices, and part Nashville barely has any. So on a recent trip to Chicago to see the sights from the Sears tower, and visit some of my wife’s family in the suburbs, we used the L, city buses,... Read full entry »
July 18, 2008