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Jim Sawyer,Videographer
COMMERCIALS - PROMOTION - ENTERTAINMENT FEATURES
INDUSTRIAL/MANAGEMENT/MEDICAL TRAINING - LONG OR SHORT FORM VIDEOS
Day rate $500.00 with gear, $200 without gear.
(Plus mileage. If out of town, travel/shipping expenses, lodging, rental car, $35 per diem and other related expenses as incurred.
(Student and Indy projects taken on from time to time for Editor credits, if I'm interested in the project.)
When you hire me "with gear" to shoot your project you also get:
The Camera DVX100B |

Mini-DV25 Tape |
- 16:9 Aspect Display Mode on EVF and LCD for distortion free Squeeze Mode or Anamorphic Display
- Higher resolution 235,000 pixel .44" BW/color switchable electronic viewfinder (EVF) with superimposed audio metering
- Higher resolution 210,000 pixel flip-out 270 degree 3.5" LCD display with superimposed audio metering
- Remote focus and iris control with optional VariZoom controller(s) and others
- LCD panel has a bit of a break-away beyond the 90 degree point
Single Button Display Character Off for LCD and EVF
- Scene files transfer over FireWire
- Time code transfers over Firewire
- 1/3" 3-CCD Mini-DV camcorder with exclusive CineSwitchTM technology
- Outstanding sensitivity of F11 @ 2000 lux
- Supports 480i/60 (NTSC), Cinema-style 480p/24fps, and 480p/30fps image capture
- Precision wide-angle Leica Dicomar lens with Servo/Manual Zoom (with stops & barrel markings)
- Auto/manual focus F1.6 with 72mm filter size and advanced optical image stabilization
- Conventional 4:3 aspect ratio and 16:9 letterbox image capture modes
- 6 x 9 anamorphic - letterbox and digital squeeze
- Conventional video gamma and CineGammaTM operational modes
- Seven gamma settings - L, M, H, CINE-LIKE, + CINE-LIKE D, CINE-LIKE V, Black Press
- Four knee settings - Auto, Low, Mid, High
- Up to +12dB gain in progressive mode
- 2-channel XLR audio inputs with phantom power supply (+48V) and manual audio levels
- S-Video, Video & Stereo Audio IN and OUT
- Standard IEEE 1394 FireWire interface (in/out) for transfer of digital video/audio to NLE platforms
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Camera Stabilization Matthews and Miller |
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M25 Matthews Tripod in the Field
We found the M25 to be a good complement to our video gear. We took it from location to location with ease and mounted our Panasonic DVX 100B camcorder without a second thought.
Good balance and stability overall. The center spreaders are minimal, but they do their job and they don't get in the way. We were able to use them even when a quick breakdown was called for.
TECH SPECS
Load Capacity: 15lbs (7kg)
Balance Plate: Sliding, 3 inches movement
Counter Balance System: Yes
Pan/ Tilt Drag: No
Pan/ Tilt Lock: Yes
Leveling Bubble: Yes
Bowl: 65mm
Leg Sections: 3
Minimum Height: 30" (765mm)
Maximum Height: 5' (1520mm)
Folded Length: 31" (78.7mm)
Weight: 7lbs (3.2kg)
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For old school purists we also us a Miller head on a 50’s vintage set of wooden sticks. It’s the maximum of stable with a 100 percent smooth pan and tilt. This gear has 50 years of in the field testing and has proved itself over and over. The head has been reconditioned in the last five years and is the best option for an in studio fixed position or camera dolly application. |
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The VZ-LSP
We can shoot fatigue free all day with the VZ-LSP. It provides for ten adjustable fittings for an endless variety of body types. The VZ-LSP is tough, lightweight and made to last a lifetime. This solves the problem of holding the new format cameras out in front of you. |
Audio |

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The Alesis MultiMix 8USB Mixer - (1)
Features 4 high-gain mic/line (XLR and 1/4″ balanced) inputs with phantom power, 2 stereo balanced 1/4″ line inputs, plus 100 onboard preset effects including reverb's, delays, chorus, flanging, pitch, and multi-effects. USB port to facilitate direct computer connection, 2 aux sends, 2 stereo aux returns, 2-track stereo RCA I/O, separate 1/4″ balanced main and monitor outs, 44.1kHz S/PDIF RCA digital out, headphone out, and 3-band EQ per channel with high/low shelving and mid bandpass/reject.
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Sony ECM 55B Lavalier Microphone -(3) |
Handheld Interview Microphone
Omnidirectional dynamic microphone. Industry standard live interview microphone. "Mic-within-a-mic" concept reduces wind and P-popping noise. Features EV DynaDamp™ shock mount. Extremely low handling noise for superior sound. |
The Sony ECM 55B has a black anodized finish and a frequency response tailored for enhanced presence and improved voice quality. SHigh signal-to-noise ratio and low inherent-noise characteristics. |
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Shure SM89 Shotgun Mic - (1)
The Model SM89 is a highly directional condenser shotgun microphone with distant pickup characteristics suitable for on-location film and television production. The SM89 can also be used for theater sound reinforcement, spot news coverage, or wildlife recording. The SM89 discriminates at a distance in favor of desired dialogue or effects and against ambient noise -- even in noisy surroundings. |
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Zoom H2 - (1)
The H2 provides brilliant stereo recording in an easy-to-use, ultra-portable device.. From seminars and conferences, to electronic news gathering (ENG) and podcasting, to musical performances, songwriting sessions and rehearsals, the H2 provides amazing recording quality. The H2 can effortlessly record it in high-quality stereo.
With 4 mic capsules in a W-X/Y configuration, the audio is decoded instantly, bringing these four signals together for unparalleled stereo imaging. For maximum flexibility, you can record from the front of the H2 in a 90° pickup pattern or the rear of the H2 in a 120° pickup pattern at up to 96 kHz/24-bit resolution as a WAV file, or as an MP3 file at bit rates up to 320 kbps. Additionally, you can record in a 360° pickup pattern at up to 48kHz/24-bit resolution which will allow you to convert your recordings to 5.1 Surround. |
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Grip/Gaffer Kits, Accessories
All of those small accessories you need for good audio; cables, connectors, headphones, pop filters, portable audio booth, stands, mic mounting equipment and more. Plus, all the extras. Gaf Tape, plug adapters, AC cables, gels, markers, slate, dulling spray, flashlight, 2 way radios, clips, clamps, labels, extra tape, headphones, light meter, cord, and more. Everything you need on the set. |
Lighting Kits |
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Three compact yet versatile kits containing focusable 250w Pro-lights with barn doors,
gel frames & gels, plus Uni-stands. Packed in hard cases. Supplied with lamps.
Contains...
4 Pro-lights (P2-10)
3 200w, 120v lamps(FVL)
4 Pro-light 4-way Barn doors (iP-20)
8 Uni-stands (UN-33)
2 iP Gel-frames (iP-40)
1 Assorted iP Gels (iP-78)
1 Tota-brella (T1-26)
1 Swing in Diffuser (iP-50H)
1 Swing-in Full Scrim (iP-54H)
4 Tota-clamp (T1-30)
1 ViP Lampak (ViP-61)
1 2x3 Gobo
4 Totalights |
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Portable Laptop Editing |
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The Vegas Pro 10
This comprehensive suite offers the most robust and progressive platform available for content creation and production. With broad format support, superior effects processing, unparalleled audio support, and a full complement of editorial tools, the Vegas Pro 10 collection streamlines your workflow. From acquisition to delivery, from camera to Blu-ray Disc™, the Vegas Pro 10 collection delivers exactly what you need to produce outstanding results. 64-bit workflow. The Vegas Pro 10 interface provides a fully customizable workspace for accomplishing a wide range of production requirements.
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45 Years of experience and training. |
E-mail to request a DVD demo with past work.
E-mail us at - jimsawyereditor@gmail.com
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NATIONAL & STATE LEVEL AWARDS: |
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| 1999 - THE VIDEOGRAPHER AWARDS - Award of Excellence - "Survival",
Chester Boot, Videographer/Editor |
| 1999 - TELLY AWARDS - Winner - "Cutting
Edge", Today's Headlines, Editor |
| 1999 - TELLY AWARDS - Finalist - "Survival",
Chester Boot, Videographer/Editor |
| 1999 - TELLY AWARDS - Finalist - "Image
SE MI", Comcast, Writer/Producer/Videographer//Editor/VO |
| 1997 - GOLDEN GOBO AWARDS - Winner, (Best Comcast Spot Nation
Wide.), "Survival",
Video/ Editor |
| 1995 - TELLY AWARDS - Winner - "It's
My Car", Saturn of Southgate, Writer/Producer/Interviewer/Editor |
| 1987 - Michigan Safety Council - 2nd Place - "Bomb Threats &
Search Techniques", Mercy, Dir./Editor/Writer |
| 1985 - American Hospital Assoc. - 1st Place -"Silently, Lovingly
....", CO-Producer/Director/Editor/Camera |
| 1972 - ADDY - Amer. Advertising Federation of Florida - 1st Place-
Radio,"Great Expectations" Writer/Talent |
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Videographer Awards
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Telly Awards
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Comcast Golden GOBO Award
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