Glidecam Hands-On Workshops

Don't miss the Hands-On Two-Day Glidecam Camera Stabilization Certification Workshop - February 7 & 8, 2013

Professionally Set-Up, Balance and Operate Camera Stabilizing Systems.
Featuring Glidecam's X-20, X-10 and HD-Series systems
with Instructors Thomas Howie and John Correira

Increase your skills and learn real-world, practical techniques and exercises. Click here!

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.

Dates and Times:
Thursday, February 7, 2013, 9:00am-5:00pm;
and Friday, February 8, 2013, 9:00am-5:00pm
Pre-registration required. No walk-ins.

Venue and Address:
StudentFilmmakers.com Workshop Studio
1123 Broadway, Suite 307, New York, NY 10010
212-255-5454, www.studentfilmmakers.com

No pre-requisites required. Intense two-day format.
Participants will receive a certificate upon completion.
Click here to register today! Reserve and guarantee your seat.

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 Thomas Howie and John Correira 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.

Dates & Times: Thursday, February 7, 2013, 9:00am-5:00pm and
Friday, February 8, 2013, 9:00am-5:00pm
Pre-registration required. No walk-ins.
Venue: StudentFilmmakers.com Workshop Studio in NYC
1123 Broadway, Suite 307, New York, NY 10010
212-255-5454
www.studentfilmmakers.com
Schedule: Day 1
8:30am-9:00am: Check-In and Networking.
Pick up your name badge onsite with a photo ID.
(Pre-registration required. No walk-ins.)
9:00am-5:00pm Workshop Day 1.
See Program details below.
Schedule: Day 2
8:30am-9:00am: Check-In and Networking.
(Pre-registration required. No walk-ins.)
9:00am-5:00pm Workshop Day 2.
See Program details below.
Cost: $495.00. Save $100 with online registration.
(Regularly $595.00.)
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Program Details

Glidecam Camera Stabilization Workshop Day 1

Start Time: 9:00am

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: 5:00pm

    Glidecam Camera Stabilization Workshop Day 2

    Start Time: 9:00am

    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: 5:00pm

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    Thomas Howie
    Thomas Howie

    John Correira
    John Correira

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    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.



    Sponsored by:

    Glidecam

    Featured Systems:

    Instructors will be teaching with the X-20, X-10 and HD-Series Glidecam camera stabilization systems. Participants will get hands-on training and practice with these systems.

     



    Glidecam X-20
    camera stabilization system.

    The Glidecam X-10 is a highly advanced, professional camera stabilization system designed for cameras weighing up to 6 pounds when used with the Glidecam 2000 Pro, or for Cameras weighing from 4 to 10 pounds when used with the Glidecam 4000 Pro. The Glidecam X-10 system will allow you to walk, run, go up and down stairs, shoot from moving vehicles and travel over uneven terrain without any camera instability or shake.

    Glidecam HD-2000
    camera stabilization system
    .
    From the Glidecam HD-Series, the Glidecam HD-2000 is a lightweight, hand-held camcorder stabilizing system designed for compact, low profile cameras weighing from 2 to 6 pounds.

    Glidecam HD-1000
    camera stabilization system.

    From the Glidecam HD-Series, the Glidecam HD-1000 is a lightweight, hand-held camcorder stabilizing system designed for compact, low profile cameras weighing from 1 to 3.5 pounds.

     

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