Register Now for the Two-Day Glidecam Camera Stabilization Workshop
Professionally Set-Up, Balance and Operate Camera Stabilizing Systems
with John Correira and William Holmes

Saturday, April 27, 2013, 9:30am-4:00pm and
Sunday, April 28, 2013, 9:30am-4:00pm
Pre-registration required. No walk-ins. Limited seating; sign up today!

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Join us in Manhattan, New York! Get hands-on with Glidecam's X-20, X-10 and HD-Series systems, and network with filmmakers and videographers in NYC.
No pre-requisites required. Intense two-day format.
Participants will receive a certificate upon completion

Technological progress does not pause for people or institutions to catch up. For this reason it is essential that one's knowledge is continuously optimized. The Two-Day Glidecam Camera Stabilization Workshop with John Correira and William Holmes will be held at the StudentFilmmakers.com NYC Workshop Studio in Manhattan, New York. You will learn real-world, practical techniques and exercises with Glidecam camera stabilizing systems, from building rigs to balancing and operating Glidecam camera stabilizing systems. Additionally, this is an excellent networking opportunity where you will meet filmmakers, videographers, and crew. Immerse yourself in professional, practical hands-on training that includes the exchange of real-world, on-set experiences highlighting best practices, techniques, and tips-and-tricks

Who Should Attend:
All levels of filmmakers, videographers, cinematographers, camera operators, directors, producers, content creators, convergence shooters, journalists, and all other crew positions. The workshop is designed for students and professionals.

What Will You Learn:
You will learn real-world, practical techniques and exercises with Glidecam camera stabilizing systems, from Building Rigs to Balancing Rigs to Operating Rigs. You will learn best practices, tips, and tricks for: Flying the Rig; Compound Movements; Don Juan; Corners, Hallways, and Circling; Panning and Tilting; Booming; and Switching Directions (Don Juan and Missionary); Important Safety Tips and Spotting Techniques.

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Program Details

Glidecam Camera Stabilization Workshop Day 1
Start Time: 9:30am

1. Equipment and Components Overview

• Arm


• Vest


• Sled

2. Balancing Act

• What Does What?


• Vest, Arm, Sled


• Camera Center of Gravity


• Camera Mounting


• Balance Sled Exercise


• Balancing the Complete "RIG"

3. Vest and Arm (No Sled)

• Fitting and Wearing the Support Vest


• Arm to Vest Connection


• Left and Right Handed Operation


• Arm Adjustments and Placement


• Operational Center of Gravity

4. SLED

• Parts and Components


• Monitor and Accessory Placement


• Power and Signal Flow

5. Walking the Line

• Coffee Cup / Water Exercise (Walking Stability)


• Vest and Arm Exercise

6. Safety

• Spotters and assistance.

7. Vest and Arm (Continued W/ Sled)

• Trimming Vest / Operational Center


• Walking-the-Line Exercise (Monitor Off)


• Walking-the-line exercise (monitor on)

8. Flying the Rig

9. Compound Movements

10. Don Juan

11. Corners, Hallways, and Circling

12. Panning and Tilting Exercises

13. Booming Exercises

14. Switching Directions (Don Juan / Missionary)

End Time: 4:00pm

Glidecam Camera Stabilization Workshop Day 2

Start Time: 9:30am

1. Review and Practice Previous Day

2. Build Complete Rig:

• Individual Rebuild


• 3 Separate Groups

3. Safety

4. "Practice, Practice, Practice"

Practices and Exercises

5. Exercises and Review

End Time: 4:00pm

Instructors:
Thomas Howie, Expert Glidecam Instructor for over 16 years; Developed Glidecam Workshop Programs for:  CIA (Central Intelligence Agency), Disney (American Idol), NFL (Patriots, Ravens).
John Correira, Glidecam Workshop Instructor; Local 600 Camera Operator (Glidecam Owner/Operator); Professional Still Photographer; Camera Operator For Film and Video for over 15 years; Background in Music Videos, Commercials, Corperate Video, Motion Picture; Experience with High Defenition to 35mm Film.

StudentFilmmakers.com is dedicated to educating and connecting both new-and-emerging filmmakers and working professionals in the motion picture industry.

Register online at:

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For additional information and group rates, contact Kim Welch 212.255.5454 or fill out the online contact form.