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Jim Sawyer, Non-Linear Video Editor
COMMERCIALS - PROMOTION - ENTERTAINMENT FEATURES
INDUSTRIAL/MANAGEMENT/MEDICAL TRAINING - LONG OR SHORT FORM VIDEOS
Day rate $250 on your system - Day rate with Laptop Edit System, $350
(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.)
Editing Systems I can Operate at a Professional Level |
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AVID Media Composer
Edit projects faster and in ways you never thought possible. Media Composer 5.5 is now more open and interactive than ever, so you can work with practically any media format and expand your capabilities with options from Avid and third-party manufacturers. Media Composer goes where other video editing systems leave off. Edit the way you want—in real time—using full-featured, ACE-certified editorial and creative tools. Experience the fastest file-based workflow's on Earth. Collaborate easily with video and audio editors. Get dependable, industry-proven media management. Save time—and money—with unique workflow's and options. And more! |
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Avid Liquid 7.21 (On my laptop, also at your facility)
State of the art Avid Liquid, the tool all the professionals in Hollywood use. It adds analog and digital video and audio I/O to Liquid’s integrated SD and HDV video editing, surround audio processing, DVD authoring and powerful real-time effects.
Capture and finish your video productions using Liquid’s integrated solution which features a professional editing toolset, multi-channel audio processing, DVD authoring from the timeline and powerful visual effects. |
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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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Final Cut Pro 7
Since the early 2000s, Final Cut Pro has developed a large and expanding user base, mainly independent filmmakers. It has, in later years especially, made inroads with film and television editors who have traditionally used Avid Technology's Media Composer. According to a 2007 SCRI study, Final Cut Pro made up 49% of the US professional editing market, with Avid at 22%.
(Note: I do not have this system at my facility. I have used the system on an ongoing basis in a professional capacity.) |
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Pinnacle Studio™ Plus version 12
Combining power and simplicity, Pinnacle Studio™ Plus version 12 lets you take control of the latest HD video editing technologies, including Blu-Ray and AVCHD. All new
Pinnacle Montage theme based editing - designed by professional producers and artists
puts incredible creative power at your fingertips. Simply drag and drop your video clips and still images to preview your movie – and watch your content come alive complete with Hollywood style multi-layered effects, animated graphics, titles and Hi-Fi audio. |
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VideoStudio Pro X2
Corel VideoStudio® Pro X2 is an all-in-one video-editing software for creating high-quality HD and standard-definition movies, slide shows and DVD's. Edit video or photos quickly and easily using the Movie Wizard, or take full control with hands-on creative tools. Even paint, write or draw on your video. Burn your movies on DVD's, or high-definition AVCHD™ and Blu-ray discs. Share on PSP®, iPod® or iPhone®, upload directly to YouTube™. Watch your movies on set-top players or with the included Corel® WinDVD®.
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Vegas Movie Studio Platinum Pro
The Vegas Movie Studio Platinum Pro Pack takes video and audio production even further with added tools for professional-level sound design, as well as more video effects and transitions. This powerful collection has everything needed to edit video in nearly any format including high definition. Pro Pack has integrated features for advanced video composting, color correction, and 5.1 surround mixing. Use the included Sound Forge Audio Studio software* for precise audio editing and Cinescore Studio software to generate royalty-free soundtracks in minutes. |
Portable Laptop Systems I Can Bring To Your Facility |
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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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I have limited experience with several other edit systems, such as the ImMix Sphere and Cube & Adobe Premier. PLUS if you are "Old School" I have a ton of experience editing FILM. Movieola, multi-reel winders, mag-stripe, full-coat, hot block splicers, clip bags etc.
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Portable Audio Gear For Post Dubbing, Sweetening and Folly
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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
Omni directional 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. |
45 Years of experience and training. |
E-mail to request a DVD demo with past work.
E-mail me 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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