Society of Camera Operators Camera Crane Workshop October 18th – 20th, 2024
October 18 @ 1:00 pm - October 20 @ 7:00 pm PDT
Registration Opening Soon!
Join the Society of Camera Operators for this two and a half day comprehensive workshop focusing on camera cranes. The workshop will encompass ample hands-on gear, demonstrations, lecture, and one on one discussions with the instructors.
Workshop Details
Date:
Friday, October 18th 1:00pm check in – 7pm
Saturday, October 19th, 9am to 7pm
Sunday, October 20th, 9am to 6pm
*Please note days will be long and times are estimated. Sunday may run later and we recommend not booking flights out before 9pm Sunday.
Location:
Qualifications:
- SOC Associate & Active Members in good standing
- Competent with gear heads
Fee: $2,650 USD
What’s Included:
All meals, equipment, and materials are included in the workshop fee. For out-of-town participants, transportation will be provided to and from the host hotel and CineMoves. Accommodations are not included.
Cancellation Policy:
A full refund minus an administrative fee of $150 will be refunded if you need to cancel your seat by September 28th, 2024. After September 28th there will be no refunds. Please anticipate 30 days for the refund.
(You will receive a confirmation email 48 hours after you complete your registration and payment has been confirmed with workshop details including schedule specifics, host hotel, shuttle pick up details, etc.)
Workshop Instructors
Mitch Dubin, SOC
David Emmerichs, SOC
More instructors to be announced!
Work with experienced SOC operators executing practical set-ups over this 2.5-day immersive workshop.
The workshop kicks off Friday afternoon and concludes on Sunday afternoon and will include lectures, discussions, and ample hands-on training. The workshop size is limited to 25 to give each participant one-on-one time with instructors.
Designed for camera operators with some level of set experience who are interested in developing valuable, hands-on, practical knowledge to refine their camera operating skills. Being well versed with the wheels is a requirement for the course.
A staff of “A” Camera Operator instructors, Professional Dolly Grips, Crane Techs, Precision Drivers, and Camera Assistants will assist in real-world demonstrations and hands-on training exercises designed to give each student maximum exposure to common operating challenges.
Camera Crane Workshop Topics:
- Crane choices & differences
- Mechanics
- New hazards
- Pinch points of moving parts
- Negotiating around fixed & live objects
- Knowing the limitations (height, speed, etc)
- Using it with track
- Base placement
- Versatility
- Bucket clearance
- Arm reach retracted & extended
- Communication
- The key to a successful shot
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