Archive of the Videos Category

State-of-the-art lightweight camera stabilizer systems offer new design for the modern breed of lightweight HD cameras
 
Las Vegas, NV — April 16, 2012 — The Tiffen Company, a leading manufacturer and distributor of award-winning accessories for the still imaging, motion picture and broadcast markets, is pleased to announce new versions of its highly popular Steadicam® Pilot® and Scout Camera® Stabilizer solutions — the Steadicam® Pilot® HD Series and Steadicam Scout HD/SDI. “Both the Steadicam Pilot and Scout, introduced at NAB years ago, are some of our best sellers and the new capabilities are sure to take their popularity to the next level,” says Steve Tiffen, President and CEO, The Tiffen Company.
 
About the New Steadicam Pilot HD Series
Offered in two models — the Pilot HD/SDI and the Pilot HDMI — the new cost-efficient Steadicam Pilot HD Series camera stabilizer models are designed for video professionals. The new Steadicam Pilot HD Series design includes a lightweight Iso-Elastic Arm and ultra low-profile vest, a lightweight sled with CarbonLite expandable post, and low-mass gimbal. The HDMI version uses a fixed non-adjustable aluminum post.
 
The Pilot HD/SDI model comes standard with an expandable carbon fiber post and the Pilot HDMI model comes standard with a fixed aluminum post and pass-through HDMI cable. Utilizing a proven low-mass gimbal, the operator has the ability to capture the fluid movement. No-tools precision camera stage establishes a solid base for the camera and facilitates smooth adjustment ease from side to side plus front and back.
 
The new Pilot HDSDI stabilizer system is available with 12V, IDX V-mount or standard Anton Bauer®, while the new Pilot HDMI system is standard with Anton Bauer 7.2V ElipZ battery systems.
 
New Steadicam Pilot HD Series Feature Highlights Include:
• Lightweight/Affordable
• New 7” HD/SDI Composite monitor or New 7” HDMI Composite monitor
• True three-axis gimbal
• Micro adjustable X-Y stage
• Lightweight Iso-Elastic arm with 28” (71cm) boom
• Ultra low-profile lightweight vest
• High-definition wiring on Pilot HDMI version
 
About the New Steadicam SCOUT HD System
Now available for HD/SDI, the new Steadicam Scout stabilizer system offers immense quality with all of the camera stabilization features Steadicam is famous for to facilitate production at an affordable price point.
 
The new Scout HD vest is a continuation of the comfortable Flyer® vest. An ergonomic fit of the breastplate combined with solid metal shoulder fasteners assures a new comfort level for extended use and a secure fit. The new vest and pad covers are easily removed for cleaning or replacement, offering extended durability.
 
The new Steadicam Scout tools-free patented Iso-ElasticTM stabilizer arm supports 18 pounds (8kgs) of camera weight. The no-tools Arm/Vest interface allows for quick customization to the individual operator.
 
“On-the-fly” weight adjustment frees the operator from dismounting the system to make changes. The adjustable and interchangeable arm post assembly is a feature usually found on more expensive systems. The two-section arm can also be separated for compact storage and transport.
 
The new 7″ Steadicam Scout color LCD monitor features enhanced image quality and a wide viewing angle. Even under bright sunlight this monitor is ideal for field production use. Optionally, the Steadicam Scout is available with a 7″ HD/SDI, composite 800 nit bright LCD monitor.
 
New Scout HD Feature Highlights Include:
• 5-18 lbs. (2.3 – 8kgs) camera payload capacity
• No-tools adjustable Iso-ElasticTM arm
• Dual-axis vernier adjustable stage
• Unparalleled inertial control and dynamically adjustable base
Attendees at NAB 2012 can get a hands-on look at the newly revamped Steadicam Pilot HD and Scout systems at the Tiffen booth (C8818).
 
Book a Private Press Briefing at NAB 2012
To set up a press briefing with a member of the Tiffen management team or a private product viewing during NAB 2012, please contact Anya Oskolkova at anya(at)zazilmediagroup(dot)com.
 
About Tiffen
Tiffen has been a leading manufacturer of photographic filters, lens accessories, software, and camera accessories for the consumer/professional imaging and the motion picture and broadcast television industries for over 70 years. The company has a rich history of innovative product design, superior optical consistency, and unparalleled quality. Tiffen has been recognized for its product and engineering excellence, earning two Technical Achievement Awards and a Scientific and Engineering Award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences, as well as an Emmy® Award from the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. Today, the company offers a wide range of products, which include: Tiffen® filters, Steadicam® camera stabilizing systems, Lowel® light, Listec™ teleprompters, Tiffen Dfx® digital imaging software, Domke® bags, Davis & Sanford® tripods, Zing® camera covers, Stroboframe® flash brackets, Saunders® professional trimmers, and Kodak Wratten® filters. Tiffen continues to enhance its reputation as a leading imaging accessory manufacturer through aggressive growth in the image-making accessory industry.
 
For more information on Tiffen, please visit: http://www.tiffen.com.
 
Tiffen is a registered trademark of The Tiffen Company. All other trademarks and products mentioned herein belong to their respective owners.
 
Press Contacts
Tiffen North America
Anya Oskolkova
Zazil Media Group
anya@zazilmediagroup.com
(p) 617.817.6559
(skype) anya.oskolkova
 
Janice Dolan
Zazil Media Group
janice@zazilmediagroup.com
(p) 617.817.6595
(skype) janicedolan
 
Tiffen International
Bob Pank
bob@pank.org.uk
(p) +44 (0) 134 283 6056
 
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Major update of editors’ favorite timesaver delivers new visual workspace and lightning fast syncing; users can manage media and projects in new and more imaginative ways
 
Vancouver, British Columbia — April 16, 2012 — Singular Software™, a developer of workflow automation applications for video production, is demonstrating the brand new PluralEyes version 3.0 at the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) 2012 Show in Las Vegas, NV from April 16 – 19, 2012 on stand SL2426. The impressive new PluralEyes 3.0 sync automation workflow provides a brand new interactive workspace that visually displays the sync process and media clip locations as it unfolds, making it th

New tripod and head models support professional video production; ideal for DSLR and fast-turn shoots
 
Las Vegas, NV – April 13, 2012 – The Tiffen Company, a leading manufacturer and distributor of award-winning accessories for the still imaging, video, motion picture, and broadcast markets, today unveiled its brand new Davis & Sanford® Pro Elite Tripod and Head product line at the NAB 2012 at booth C8818. Davis & Sanford, one of America’s oldest, most respected tripod manufacturers, has been a major force in the advancement of modern tripod design for nearly 80 years. “Pro Elite brings the outstanding value proposition that Davis & Sanford is so well known for to the professional market,” comments Steve Tiffen, President and CEO, The Tiffen Company. “Its versatile design supports both smooth surface and rugged terrain shoots with high-performance camera support capabilities and all the necessary controls for photographers to make those critical adjustments to get the shot they want. The new Pro Elite line delivers tremendous price performance backed by the exceptional Davis & Sanford engineering capabilities that have made them a leader in tripod design for the last 80 years.”
 
The new Davis & Sanford Pro Series is the only professional tripod solution to ship with both a ground and mid-level spreader and a true fluid head design, providing shooters a system that performs flawlessly on both flat and uneven surfaces. The ergonomically designed lever system offers shooters incredibly smooth pan, scan and tilt with counter balance control capabilities that support a wide range of camera weights. The variable quick release allows users to easily fine tune the camera balance.
 
The New Davis & Sanford Pro Elite Tripods – Models and Highlights
The new Davis & Sanford Pro Elite tripods and heads debut at the price point of $699.99 for the PE 3100-25 and PE5075-15 models and $1099.99 for the PE 5100-25 model.
 
Pro Elite 3100-25 — 100mm 2 in 1 video tripod w/ 5-25 fluid head
• 2 in 1 spreader feature includes snap-in center support brace with boots for uneven ground plus adjustable ground spreader for maximum rigidity.
• All aluminum tripod legs, canopy and head structure
• 2-stage quick-lock leg clamping system
• Rapid action transport clips
• Spike feet or rubber feet option included
• 525 head has selectable 4-position pan and tilt drag
• 525 head has selectable 5-position plus 0 counterbalance system
• 525 head has 80mm sliding camera plate range and bubble level
• Heavy duty ballistic nylon padded tripod bag included
 
Maximum Height: 64″ Minimum Height: 23.6″ Folded: 35.4″
Mid Level Spreader: snap in w/stationary 47″ floor diameter
Floor Spreader Diameter Min: 25″ Max: 41″
Tripod Capacity 88 lbs, Head Payload: 8.8 lbs-25 lbs
Box Size: 29″ x 9″ x 9″, Master Pack: 4 pc; 30” x 19” x 19″
 
Pro Elite 5075-15 — 75mm 2 in 1 video tripod w/ 5-15 fluid head
• 2 in 1 spreader feature includes snap-in center support brace with boots for uneven ground plus adjustable ground spreader for maximum rigidity.
• All aluminum tripod legs, canopy and head structure
• 2-stage quick-lock leg clamping system
• Rapid action transport clips
• Spike feet or rubber feet option included
• 515 head has selectable 4-position pan and tilt drag
• 515 head has selectable 5-position plus 0 counterbalance system
• 515 head has 80mm sliding camera plate range and bubble level
• Heavy duty ballistic nylon padded tripod bag included
 
Maximum Height: 64″ Minimum Height: 23.6″ Folded: 35.4″
Mid Level Spreader: snap in w/stationary 47″ floor diameter
Floor Spreader Diameter Min: 25″ Max: 41″
Tripod Capacity 88 lbs, Head Payload: 2 lbs-15 lbs
Box Size: 29″ x 9″ x 9″, Master Pack: 4 pc; 30” x 19” x 19″
 
Pro Elite 5100-25 — 100mm Video Tripod w/3-25 fluid head
• Adjustable ground spreader for maximum rigidity
• All aluminum tripod legs, canopy and head structure
• 2-stage quick-lock leg clamping system
• Rapid-action transport lock
• Spike feet option included
• 3-15 head has selectable 4-position pan and tilt drag
• 3-15 head has selectable 3-position counterbalance system
• Head has mini Euro quick release plate and bubble level
• Heavy duty ballistic nylon padded tripod bag included
 
Maximum Height: 64″ Minimum Height: 23.6″ Folded: 35.4″
Floor Spreader: Diameter Min: 25″ Max: 41″
Leg Lock Type: Flip
Tripod Capacity 88 lbs, Head Payload: 2 lbs-15 lbs
Box Size: 29″ x 9″ x 9″, Master Pack: 4 pc; 30” x 19” x 19″
 
For more information about Davis & Sanford tripods, please visit http://www.tiffen.com/products.html?tablename=davissanford.
 
Book a Private Press Briefing at NAB 2012
To set up a press briefing with a member of the Tiffen management team or a private product viewing during NAB 2012, please contact Anya Oskolkova at anya(at)zazilmediagroup(dot)com.
 
About Davis & Sanford
Davis & Sanford, one of America’s oldest, most respected tripod manufacturers, has been a major force in the advancement of modern tripod design for nearly 80 years. The company grew out of the renowned Davis & Sanford Photo Studio on Fifth Avenue in New York. Founded in 1892 it catered to members of New York’s high society, including such notables as Andrew Carnegie. In 1930, Davis & Sanford was re-established as a tripod manufacturer specializing in super-rigid, light- weight metal tripods that set a standard for the industry. That spirit of functional excellence, technical innovation, and outstanding value continues today, with the latest line of Davis & Sanford tripods.
 
About Tiffen
Tiffen has been a leading manufacturer of photographic filters, lens accessories, software, and camera accessories for the consumer/professional imaging and the motion picture and broadcast television industries for over 70 years. The company has a rich history of innovative product design, superior optical consistency, and unparalleled quality. Tiffen has been recognized for its product and engineering excellence, earning two Technical Achievement Awards and a Scientific and Engineering Award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences, as well as an Emmy® Award from the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. Today, the company offers a wide range of products, which include: Tiffen® filters, Steadicam® camera stabilizing systems, Lowel® light, Listec™ teleprompters, Tiffen Dfx® digital imaging software, Domke® bags, Davis & Sanford® tripods, Zing® camera covers, Stroboframe® flash brackets, Saunders® professional trimmers, and Kodak Wratten® filters. Tiffen continues to enhance its reputation as a leading imaging accessory manufacturer through aggressive growth in the image-making accessory industry.
 
For more information on Tiffen, please visit: http://www.tiffen.com.
 
Tiffen is a registered trademark of The Tiffen Company. All other trademarks and products mentioned herein belong to their respective owners.
 
Press Contacts
Tiffen North America
Anya Oskolkova
Zazil Media Group
anya(at)zazilmediagroup(dot)com
(p) 617.817.6559
(skype) anya.oskolkova
 
Janice Dolan
Zazil Media Group
janice(at)zazilmediagroup(dot)com
(p) 617.817.6595
(skype) janicedolan
 
Tiffen International
Bob Pank
bob(at)pank(dot)org(dot)uk
(p) +44 (0) 134 283 6056
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NAB Booth SL6310

Digital Vision has unveiled a unique, powerful, single restoration system at NAB 2012, answering the needs of content owners housing millions of hours of material stored in videotape archives. Solely targeted at the video restoration market, Phoenix Video provides broadcasters and archive owners with a highly cost-effective image restoration software solution that allows content stored on videotape to be fully restored ready for distribution across multiple platforms.

Phoenix Video is an end-to-end solution that includes Digital Vision’s leading image manipulation DVO software toolset for highly automated restoration and enhancement of video content stored on various tape formats, such as 1″, U-Matic and Betacam SP, or later transferred to digital tape formats. The system handles image defects such as drop-outs, severe noise, cross color artifacting, line sync problems (shifts/stretching) and more. Additional features include motion compensated frame rate conversion and high-quality upscaling as well as full support for common broadcast codecs.

These new video restoration tools have also been added to Digital Vision’s high-end restoration offering Phoenix Finish. The system can now restore material from analogue videotape archives up to 4K film restoration handling a combination of video and film related issues. With the new video restoration toolset included, Phoenix Finish now provides users with a unique system that fulfils all requirements regardless of acquisition format or quality of original material.

Torbjörn Dyrvold, Phoenix & DVO Product Manager says, “We are delighted to introduce this new integrated video restoration toolset at NAB. Phoenix is the only high-end restoration and mastering solution that provides both film and video restoration capabilities. The addition of the video tools enables our customers to expand their services and bring new life to valuable content stored on tape. For the first time this allows users to fully correct and deliver projects of mixed film and video media with related artifacts, within a single timeline using state-of-the-art tools.”

The first user of Phoenix video will be Deluxe 142 in Soho, London who will add the system to its full range of digital restoration services.

Phoenix Video is available as a standalone product or integrated with Phoenix Finish the company’s flagship restoration system, which combines the power of film and video restoration in one system. Phoenix combines the best in automated, semi-automated and manual restoration tools, with strong editorial and mastering features providing ingest, conform, editing, color grading and a comprehensive set of delivery formats.

About Digital Vision
Digital Vision was founded in 1998 in Stockholm, Sweden. With offices in Stockholm, London and Los Angeles, and Linkoping in Sweden, Digital Vision has developed Emmy award winning technology for the Broadcast and Post Production marketplace. In 2005, Digital Vision acquired Nucoda Ltd and integrated its technology into the Nucoda product line. This has resulted in the leading colour grading, finishing and mastering solutions that are used to create much of the world’s high profile television, film and commercials media broadcast today. The Phoenix restoration software solutions and Golden Eye range of scanners – in addition to the Nucoda range – provide innovative tools to create the industry recognized highest quality HD, 2K/4K and stereoscopic 3D images. In April 2011 Digital Vision acquired Image Systems and is now a division of the Image Systems group of companies.

All trademarks used herein, whether recognized or not, are the properties of their respective companies.

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Image Systems Marketing Contact:
Alexa Maza | alexa.maza@digitalvision.se | Tel: +1 (818) 769-8111
Ulrika Liiv | ulrika.liiv@digitalvision.se | 46 (0) 8 546 18232

Image Systems USA PR Contact:
Ignite | Christine Purse | chris@ignite.bz | Tel: +1 818 303 8088 | Mobile: +1 323 806 9696

Image Systems EMEA & Asia PR Contact:
Jump PR | Kate Ford | kate@jumppr.tv | Tel: +44 (0) 1932 240001 | Mobile: +44 (0) 7740 948 065

‘Act of Valor’ editor Michael Tronick, A.C.E. takes NAB attendees behind-the-scenes into the year’s biggest action blockbuster for an ACE EditFest Mini Panel on Monday April 16 at 4:00pm on booth SL12805; Tech Talk and Happy Hour sponsored by AJA
 
New York, NY – April 5, 2012 – Manhattan Edit Workshop (MEWshop) is pleased to announce Hollywood editor, Michael Tronick, A.C.E., will be speaking at the MEWshop Edit House (NAB booth SL12805) on Monday April 16, at 4:00pm for a mini ACE EditFest panel. Bringing over 30 years of industry experience to the NAB show floor, the veteran editor will give attendees an insider’s view on editing major films and action-packed blockbusters, including his latest project, Act of Valor. Tronick’s impressive resume includes editing on popular films such as Midnight Run, Battle: Los Angeles, Iron Man, Hairspray, Remember the Titans, and much more. Tronick, who’s worked as a professional film and music editor since 1978, currently serves on the Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Scientists representing the Film Editors Branch. The ACE EditFest Mini Panel, based on the highly popular ACE EditFest series presented by American Cinema Editors and MEWshop, will be followed by a Q & A session with Tronick.
 
MEWshop will host a cocktail reception immediately after the presentation. Space is limited; to register, please visit: http://www.mewshop.com/contact/rsvp/.
 
About MEWshop Edit House at NAB 2012
An extension of its professional, certified training, the MEWshop Edit House at NAB 2012 is featuring free hands-on training workshops taught by industry professionals covering a wide range of workflows, including multi-camera productions, DSLR shoots, stereoscopic 3D, color grading and visual effects creation.
 
NAB 2012 attendees can register for the free hands-on training at http://www.mewshop.com/contact/rsvp/.
 
Event Sponsored By:
AJA Video Systems
 
About Manhattan Edit Workshop
Manhattan Edit Workshop was founded in 2002 with the goal of providing cutting-edge instruction on Apple®, Adobe® and Avid® platforms. In 2011 MEWshop added Avid Pro Tools®, DaVinci Resolve, Autodesk® Smoke® and ASSIMILATE SCRATCH training to its already impressive curriculum. MEWshop’s signature Six-Week Intensive is a jump-start for anyone looking for a career in post-production, while weekend and one-week courses introduce and solidify core-editing concepts. Corporate and group training offers a customized curriculum, either in-house or on-site, for professionals eager to learn a new skill or to build on existing ones. The facility’s focus on small workshops, highly skilled and certified faculty, and a results-oriented curriculum, have quickly won it the reputation as New York’s premier post-production teaching facility.
 
Follow @mewshop on Twitter or visit us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/mewshop.
 
For more information on Manhattan Edit Workshop, please visit: www.mewshop.com.
 
Press Contacts:
 
Janice Dolan
Zazil Media Group
janice(at)zazilmediagroup(dot)com
(p) 617.817.6595
(skype) janicedolan
 
Anya Oskolkova
Zazil Media Group
anya(at)zazilmediagroup(dot)com
(p) 617.817.6559
(skype) anya.oskolkova
 
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Get your editing groove on at the MEWShop Edit House; lineup of FREE hands-on training offers both workflow and technology training sessions covering Adobe, Apple, Avid, Blackmagic and more
 
New York, New York – April 2, 2012 – Manhattan Edit Workshop (MEWshop) is pleased to announce its lineup of free classes to be offered at the NAB 2012 exhibition held in Las Vegas, NV from April 16 – 19 (booth 12805). An extension of their professional, certified training, the MEWshop Edit House will feature workshops taught by industry professionals covering a wide range of workflows, including multi-camera productions, DSLR shoots, stereoscopic 3D, color grading and visual effects creation. In addition to the free hands-on workshops, the MEWshop Edit House will feature special presentations. Notable guest speakers include Radical Media’s Evan Schechtman, who will discuss the company’s wildly successful Sting ‘appumentary’ as well as the crowd-sourced phenomenon “Johnny Cash Project,” and Michael Tronick, who will talk in-depth about his role as editor for the feature film, Act of Valor.
 
The MEWshop Edit House FREE Workshop Playlist Includes:
Celebration – Premiere Pro
Brick House – After Effects
Rock The Boat – FCP X Multicam
Hot Stuff – Video Podcasts and Social Media
We Are Family – Plugging in with GenArts, FxFactory and PluralEyes
Give It To Me Baby – Avid 3D
That’s The Way I Like It – Avid Multicam
Greatest Hits – DaVinci Resolve with Warren Eagles
 
Attendees can register for their favorite title session at http://www.mewshop.com/contact/rsvp/.
 
“The MEWshop Edit House is the place to be at NAB this year. We’ve got a killer lineup of classes covering all there is to know about post-production, and a cool spot to hang out at as well,” says Josh Apter, founder and president, Manhattan Edit Workshop. “Regardless of what brings you to NAB, our booth is where you’ll go to relax, learn and network.”
 
Register Now for a Seat in the MEWshop Edit House
Don’t miss out! You must register in order to attend a free MEWshop training session at NAB 2012. Register here: http://www.mewshop.com/contact/rsvp/.
 
About Manhattan Edit Workshop
Manhattan Edit Workshop was founded in 2002 with the goal of providing cutting-edge instruction on Apple®, Adobe® and Avid® platforms. In 2011 Mewshop added Avid Pro Tools®, DaVinci Resolve, Autodesk® Smoke® and ASSIMILATE SCRATCH training to its already impressive curriculum. Mewshop’s signature Six-Week Intensive is a jump-start for anyone looking for a career in post-production, while weekend and one-week courses introduce and solidify core-editing concepts. Corporate and group training offers a customized curriculum, either in-house or on-site, for professionals eager to learn a new skill or to build on existing ones. The facility’s focus on small workshops, highly skilled and certified faculty, and a results-oriented curriculum, have quickly won it the reputation as New York’s premier post-production teaching facility.
 
Follow @mewshop on Twitter or visit us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/mewshop.
For more information on Manhattan Edit Workshop please visit: www.mewshop.com.
 
Press Contacts:
Janice Dolan
Zazil Media Group
janice(at)zazilmediagroup(dot)com
(p) 617.817.6595
(skype) janicedolan
 
Anya Oskolkova
Zazil Media Group
anya(at)zazilmediagroup(dot)com
(p) 617.817.6559
(skype) anya.oskolkova
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CRASH+SUES Helps Subaru “Share the Love” In Carmichael Lynch’s
Dealership Video For Automaker’s Annual Charitable Giving Event

Minneapolis, MN: Once again CRASH+SUES editor Carrie Shanahan has teamed with Carmichael Lynch/Minneapolis to cut a dealership video heralding Subaru’s annual “Share the Love” charity event. The two and a half minute short, which is displayed at Subaru dealerships nationwide, promotes the automaker’s 2011 end-of-the-year initiative, which donates $250 to one of five participating charities for each new Subaru purchased during the run of the event.

Subaru has raised $15 million from its past “Share the Love” campaigns; the automaker hopes to donate $5 million more this year to benefit American Forests, the ASPCA, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Meals On Wheels Association of America, and the Special Olympics.

“It’s been an honor to cut this video for Carmichael Lynch for the past four years,” says Shanahan. “It’s always great to work on projects that highlight the charitable side of advertising and deliver such a positive message. ‘Share the Love’ inspired me to sign up as a volunteer driver for Meals on Wheels with my little boy.”

The dealership video includes clips from the “Share the Love” broadcast spot, which spotlights Subaru owners wearing philanthropic T-shirts: a surfer clad in a “I Stand By My Manatee” top, a busy young woman claiming that “I’m greener than this [very green] shirt.” The voiceover explains how Subaru was inspired by its customers to create the “Share the Love” event four years ago as vignettes illustrate the good works of this

year’s five participating charities: tree planting by American Forests; a legacy of helping cats and dogs by the ASPCA; granting wishes to seriously ill children by the Make-A-Wish Foundation; volunteers at work for Meals on Wheels; and athletes competing in the Special Olympics.

The video ends with an animated “Share the Love” tag and a clip of the surfer and her Subaru wagon on a beach as animated type spells out “L-O-V-E.”

Shanahan integrated footage from Subaru’s “Share the Love” broadcast spot with clips provided from the five participating charities. “Having cut these videos for the last three years, I’m familiar with the content and mood,” she says. “It’s always a pleasure working with Carmichael Lynch whose creative teams and producers are some of the best in the business.”

SUE employed Digital Vision’s Nucoda Film Master to color correct the video and enhance the supplied video from the charities to give a consistent look to all of the footage.

About CRASH+SUES:
CRASH+SUES is a seamlessly integrated creative editorial, animation, FX, motion design, color correction, finishing and multi-media company. Its collaborative team of talent is dedicated to providing advertising agencies, brands and filmmakers with fresh, innovate and cost-effective creative content. For additional information about CRASH+SUES, contact executive producer Sven Shelgren at 612.338.7947 or visit www.crashandsues.com.

CREDITS:
TITLE: “Share the Love Event”
LENGTH: Two :30

AD AGENCY: Carmichael Lynch/Minneapolis (YES?)
AGENCY PRODUCER: Tara Mulholland
COPYWRITER: Sheldon Clay
ART DIRECTOR: Doug Pedersen

EDITORIAL + POST COMPANY: CRASH+SUES/Minneapolis
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Sven Shelgren
EDITOR: Carrie Shanahan; Final Cut Pro
ASSISTANT EDITOR: Matthew Kroesen
COLORIST: SUE Lakso

A Bollywood film crew in Hyderbad, India is preparing to shoot their version of the Hollywood hit “THE HANGOVER“. But that’s not the only difference – this version will be in stereocopic 3D!

Equipment wise, after alot of comparisions the producers choose to use the 3D-BS PRO RIG from the 3D Film Factory, along with a pair of new Red Epic MX cameras. For realtime viewing they choose the new 2.0 Davio along with a large screen 3D TV. The film is slated for theatrical distribution throughout India and the region. Produced by Anil Sunkara, with 3D Film Factory’s lead stereographer Keith Driver providing the 3D expertise . For more information on the 3D rig visit – http://?www.3DFilmFactory.com

A.C. Entertainment Technologies (AC-ET) Ltd. enjoyed a busy turnout to its recent ‘Video and Lighting Convergence’ UK open days, which showcased the latest products and innovations available from Green Hippo and PixelRange.

Staged at both AC-ET’s southern HQ in High Wycombe and northern office in Leeds, a good mix of people from many different industry sectors took up the opportunity to visit – including schools and educational establishments, theatres, venues, individuals working in broadcast and a cross-section of freelancers.

In a fast-moving industry constantly demanding quicker and more flexible control of multiple video sources and playback surfaces, the events emphasised the on-going creative and technical fusion between lighting, LED sources, ‘pixels’ and video technologies as a complete visual environment.

Attendees were able to delve deeper into the award-winning Hippotizer range of Green Hippo media servers. Product demos highlighted inventive new features of the latest v3 software like UberPan, for the control of multiple Hippotizer media servers as a single canvas, and VideoMapper, to fit and shape content across different scenic surfaces.

Visitors had the chance to discover why PixelRange are one of the industry’s most innovative providers of LED lighting solutions, with demos of the SmartLine versatile and powerful battens range, the QPar high output Par fixture and PixelSmart Par, which combines a vast colour palette with warm white LEDs for a brilliantly bright white.

To showcase today’s seamless convergence of lighting and visual elements, Green Hippo Hippotizer media server content was ‘pixelmapped’ onto the PixelRange SmartLine battens.

The format consisted of two sessions – morning and afternoon – separated by lunch and refreshments throughout the day. This casual format provided an ideal networking opportunity for guests to meet and discuss ideas with each other, as well as representatives from AC-ET, Green Hippo and PixelRange.

“Everyone was really impressed with the open days” reports A.C. Video’s Peter Butler. “The attendees really appreciated the chance to get hands-on with the products, and took the opportunity to discuss any inquiries directly with the manufacturers and AC-ET.”

Tom Warden from Milton Keynes based Impact Production Services comments that the events were “really useful”. He took the opportunity to quiz the Green Hippo representatives about the full product range, and take a close look at PixelRange’s newest LED technologies.

Eddie Stephens from the BBC comments on how “interesting and useful” the day was, adding that there was “a very pleasant lunch”.

AC-ET is the exclusive UK and Ireland distributor for Green Hippo and master European distributor for PixelRange.

Please visit the AC-ET website and Facebook pages for more information on future events.

Ends

For more press information on A.C. Entertainment Technologies, please contact Louise Stickland on +44 7831 329888 or +44 1865 202679 or EMail; louise@loosplat.com.

For more information from AC-ET direct, please contact:
A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd.
+44(0)1494446000
sales@ac-et.com
www.ac-et.com

SHELTON, CT, MARCH 8, 2012—For more than 20 years, Anton/Bauer®, part of Vitec Videocom, a Vitec Group company, and a premier global provider of batteries, chargers, lighting and other mobile power systems for the professional broadcast, video and film industries, has crisscrossed the globe with Buck McNeely, host and producer of the outdoor adventure television series The Outdoorsman with Buck McNeely. From the frozen wilderness of Siberian Russia to the steamy jungles of Africa and many points in between, Anton/Bauer designs its products to deliver consistently reliable performance even in the most challenging shooting environments. Perfect for McNeely and his crew, Anton/Bauer batteries power the thrilling video that has propelled the exciting series to become the largest syndicated outdoor adventure program in the world. The crew’s recent two-week, on-location filming of an African safari is the latest example of Anton/Bauer batteries’ ability to ensure the show goes on, even in the most extreme environments.

McNeely and his crew traveled to Africa to film a safari storyline about a father and son documenting African wild life. The crew filmed stock footage of a virtual menagerie of animals in their natural habitats, including elephants, rhinoceros, baboons and Cape buffalo.

“In extreme climatic conditions, from deserts to the frozen wastes of the Arctic, and mountains to swamplands, we’ve found that Anton/Bauer products hold up,” says McNeely, founder, Outdoorsman International and producer of The Outdoorsman with Buck McNeely. “They perform very well, even in the chaotic filming environment of chasing wild animals as they leap and bound across the African plains. We also like the longevity of the Anton/Bauer batteries, because when we’re shooting, it’s usually from dawn to dusk. Additionally, the batteries are very portable, which enhances our ability to get into remote locations and shoot great footage.”

Currently, The Outdoorsman crew is relying heavily on DIONIC® 90 and DIONIC HCX batteries. Also in the crew’s arsenal are two CINE VCLX batteries, which are used during production with monitors, lights and wireless receivers. McNeely was drawn to Anton/Bauer almost two decades ago, when he found himself in the snow of the Rocky Mountains with a dying battery right before a crucial shot. At that moment, McNeely knew he needed a more reliable and durable power source. Today, he carries six to eight Anton/Bauer batteries when his crew goes on location and uses four batteries on average per day.

The DIONIC 90 was designed by Anton/Bauer to deliver consistently reliable performance even in the most challenging shooting environments on Earth. It offers a RealTime® display that continually updates the operator on how much run time remains and on the state of the current charge. Weighing only 1.7 pounds, the DIONIC 90 can be transported without restriction under the IATA and DOT safety regulations (http://www.antonbauer.com/Support/TransportationInformation). The 95 Wh battery can handle a maximum load of six amps, and offers run times ranging from six hours at 15 watts to 1.75 hours at 50 watts.

The DIONIC HCX offers 124 Wh battery capacity and a unique motion detection sensor, which puts the battery to “sleep” after a two-day period without a power draw. This feature significantly reduces self-discharge and provides extended storage and battery life with nearly zero capacity loss. To “awaken” the battery, customers need only move or attach it to a device. When airplane travel is required, DIONIC HCX users can carry on up to two batteries per person per flight.*

While in Africa, a region where unusually high power surges are typical, The Outdoorsman with Buck McNeely crew experienced severe issues with power spikes. In one incident, an extremely high power surge caused a spike to break through a surge protector and incapacitated a charger. McNeely located the nearest Anton/Bauer dealer, who immediately provided a contact for assistance. After having the charger fixed, another power spike completely incapacitated the charger, necessitating the need for a replacement charger. The Anton/Bauer dealer came through again, providing a loaner to ensure that production would not be halted in any way.

“Anton/Bauer means reliability. From its dealers to customer service to the folks at the corporate office, Anton/Bauer comes through every time,” says McNeely. “The Anton/Bauer team helped us to overcome our challenges and put on a great production…in fact, we may even have enough footage for half a dozen new episodes based on the content we shot in Africa. If not for Anton/Bauer, this excursion would not have been nearly as successful.”

*All carry-on / checked baggage passenger rules should be verified with your specific carrier prior to travel. For more information on Li-Ion travel, refer to www.antonbauer.com.

About Buck McNeely-Outdoorsman International
Buck has been producing THE OUTDOORSMAN TV series for 27 years. It is the largest syndicated adventure series in the world. It airs on over 500 TV stations in the USA and is in International distribution also. Visit www.outdoorsmanint.com for more info.

About Anton/Bauer
Anton/Bauer is recognized as the world’s innovator and a premier provider of batteries, chargers, lighting and other key mobile power systems for the professional broadcast, video and film industries. Based in the United States in Shelton, CT with offices in Europe and Asia, Anton/Bauer was established in 1970 and has expanded its product offerings to include many signature lines such as its leading Gold Mount® system, InterActive® chargers and Logic Series® batteries such as the HyTRON® 50, 100 and 140, and DIONIC® 90, 160, HC and HCX. Their products are compatible with every camera brand on the market today. Other Anton/Bauer high performance products include the Ultralight® 2, ElipZ®, CINE VCLX and the Tandem 150 Modular Charging System. Their superior-quality products have become an industry standard. For more information on Anton/Bauer, visit www.antonbauer.com.

About Vitec Videocom
Vitec Videocom brings together some of the most respected, most innovative and most sought-after brands in the industry: Anton/Bauer, Autoscript, Litepanels, OConnor, Petrol, Sachtler, Vinten and Vinten Radamec. It acts as an endorsing brand for these market-leading broadcast, film and pro video products, encouraging multi-brand system sales and simplifying the way that customers worldwide do business.

Vitec Videocom is an operating division within the Vitec Group, an international business serving customers in the broadcast, photographic and military aerospace and government markets. Vitec is based on strong, well known, premium brands on which its customers rely on worldwide.

Vitec Videocom – innovative products around the camera.