Filming Day 1

Today is the first of two main days of filming. It's the smaller of the two days. I've secured a audio guy to help in that area (Ash Bullivant).

The big day is on Wednesday 5th. As well as taking along Ash again, I am hoping to secure someone who regularly films at these events as well as a dedicated photographer. In addition, I will also be taking my own compact digital camera (Fujifilm FinePix F40fd), miniDV camera (Canon MD101) and tripod (Velbon CX480) for any additional extra footage.

Most Wanted MM08 Volunteer Submission

I have requested to be volunteer in either the rigger, photo and/or cinema category/categories - wherever they need me really. I attended all the lectures in January and did put myself down but I noticed I was absent from here so I've 'reapplied'.

Audio Help Update

Ash Bullivant and Rich Solanin have responded to my reply to their reply. Ash can do it and Rich can't any longer. Still awaiting for replies from Adrian and Glyn. If I get nothing back by tomorrow, it seems Ash will be man for Friday!

Equipment Booked

I have the equipment booked from Friday 29th morning to Monday 3rd morning (filming will take place Friday 29th evening). I will also need the equipment on Wednesday 5th all day so I'll book that on Monday 3rd morning (I couldn't pre-book it for some reason).

Audio Help Returns

I have e-mailed the four guys back with:-

"Hey,

How does the Glo Bar on the 29th February at 2:30 pm and the 5th March (all day) sound? We really shouldn't have to pay (I have been assured we won't have to) so that covers that. Travel is all sorted too I believe :) Can you come either/both? The more we can get for our portfolios the better! However, three other guys have also responded and I can only take one of you to each but knowing my luck you'll all want to come to both and I'd have to choose :( :P

Cheers mate,
Elliot Bridgewater."

Audio Help Responses

Received some responses to the e-mail I requested to be sent out:-

Glyn Johnson - 15/02/08

"Hi elliot, im AV seccond year, it's a busy time coming up but if you can get exact dates then il see if im free, im filming next week monday to thursday and have an interview for a week's placement the following week but if I either dont get the placment or if your filming at a diffrent time then id be happy to help Glyn Johnson (2nd year MultiMedia!)(AV)"

Richard Solanin - 15/02/08

"Hi Elliot, my name is Richard Solaini i dont think you know me, you have probably seen my around at uni though. Anyway i just read your email about you needing a sound recordist for your project. Just wondering if you have any more details, locations, roughly how long will be spent shooting etc.

Sounds like it could be fun and i'm always up for expanding my portfolio. My workload is pretty heavy at the moment though so it would be good to know a few more details.

Cheers

Rich"

Ash Bullivant - 18/02/08

"Hey Elliot, Im Ash Bullivant, im 2nd year MM and would be interested in helping you. I have a keen interest in the outdoors, extreme sports and such. I mainly make white water kayaking videos but would like to expand into other areas. Im filming myself this week and possibly at the weekend. Should be fine to help out after that tho so give us a shout."

'Adrian' - 19/02/08

"hi elliot i would be intrested in helping if the vacancy is still open but need finalisation on dates. thank adrian"

Audio Help Request

Sent the following e-mail to Jan to send to all year 2 and 3 students on Multimedia at NTU:-

Hey guys,

I am Elliot Bridgewater, a Multimedia (AV) student currently in my final year. I will be going filming over the next few weeks (I am getting the exact date(s)) secured) at various locations and I would be grateful if someone would help me with capturing audio. I will be filming skiers, snowboarders, mountain boarders etc. You won't have to pay travelling fees as I should be able to get us on the press teams for the locations and if there is anything I can do in return, I am more than happy to. Thank you for taking your time to read this.