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  4. Any new impressions on EXOVEST?

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    I have been using one for a month now, and I like it. There are things I love about it and some things I think I'm doing wrong. The reason I say this is because I have adjusted it quite a bit while operating. Some adjustments felt great, then I would wear it a little shorter or longer to see the range I had.

     

    I am curious to talk with Chris about the hip pads? I have an email into him about the pads and if there are options. I didn't have bruising, but sometimes would catch myself in a bad position and feel some pressure on my hips.

     

    I love the control I have with my shoulders and chest. I have been operating in a back mount for a while before this demo. I need to remember it's not so much in my hips now. (Another reason I tried adjusting things with the shoulders in the Exo) I LOVE that there is no strap under your arms to the breast plate. That was my biggest complaint with the other front mounted vests I've worn. This might be my favorite feature in the Exo. That freedom only, is worth the price of admission for me.

     

    80% of my operating is live TV, I wear the rig for a fews hours at a time, like most live guys. One of the things I love about my back mount vest is how quick my body recovers after I get out of the rig. I have that same feeling with the Exo.

     

    I've been real happy with it so far.

     

    Jay

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  7. SOA December Workshop

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    Louis is correct about two things, GPI will not be there. The SOA workshops however are not run by Tiffen. Tiffen sponsors our workshop and generously donates the equipment we use. I run the workshops, I am not an employee of Tiffen and I do not own a Tiffen rig. The other thing Louis is correct about is that these are the best workshops you will attend.

     

    Jay

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  10. Steadicam Workshop vs SOA Workshop?

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    I'm a little late to the party here, but felt I needed to jump in on this topic. I am the President of the SOA and run the workshops that we conduct. I run every aspect of the workshop, renting the space, hiring the instructors and helpers and getting the gear to use. I do not own a Tiffen steadicam, the right fit for me was an MK-V, that's what I operate. I like Tiffen products, I like PRO, I like MK-V. There are great things about all of the different products out there. What we stress at our workshops is the elements of what you can learn and practice to become an operator. The SOA workshop is 5 1/2 days of steadicam practice. We bring in operators from all over the world, some of them use Tiffen products, some use MK-V, some use PRO, some even have frakenrigs. Honestly, besides the fact that Garrett and Jerry are SHARING their knowledge, the best thing about our workshop is all of the different viewpoints the students are exposed to. I feel pretty confident that students leave our workshop with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions about all aspects of operating and what will work for them.

     

    I work really hard on making the SOA workshop a great learning experience for everyone who comes there. Frankly, I'm insulted that a seasoned and professional operator like Eric Flecther would reduce my hard work to, "Translation, this is a concentrated sales event and we don't want you to see the benefits of the competitors rigs." and that others would "like" his comment. Do some good in this industry Eric, you have a wealth of knowledge that many people could learn from. Instead, you throw out insults, bash people who do not think like you and offer nothing useful to our craft. 30 some years ago Garrett could have done the same thing, bash dollies, insult other ways of moving the camera but he didn't, he shared it with anyone who wanted to learn and copy what he did. Thank god he did, or I wouldn't have a job and neither would you or any other operator of Tiffen, MK-V, PRO or even Glidecam. Do us all a favor and offer up something more than just a mean spirited opinion, do some good for your craft.

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  15. Steadicam Operartors Association's Spring Workshop

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    The dates are set and there are still a few spots available for the Steadicam Operators Association Spring 2012 Workshop. The SOA's workshops are what started them all, we pride ourselves as being one of the world's best workshops for learning the art of steadicam. We bring in top operators from all over the world to share their knowledge and skill to help you learn. Please check out the link to our website for more information. Let me know if you have any questions, we look forward to seeing you in May.

     

    http://www.steadicam-ops.com/workshop.shtml

     

     

    Jay Kilroy

    SOA President

  18. Steadicam Operators Association's Fall 2011 Workshop

    in News, Events, Workshops

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    The Steadicam Operators Association conducts the world’s best Steadicam workshops twice a year in a small village about an hour west of Philadelphia.

     

    The workshop gives each participant ample practical and theoretical experience to begin working professionally, plus the mental tools needed to meet future challenges, as well as exercises and shots to practice after completing the course.

    SOA Workshop Info

     

    Please let me know if you have any questions, see you in the Fall!

     

    Jay Kilroy

  21. SOA Spring Workshop 2011

    in News, Events, Workshops

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    The May 2011 workshop dates are 5/15/2011 to 05/20/2011

     

    The Steadicam Operators Association conducts the world’s best Steadicam workshops twice a year in a small village about an hour west of Philadelphia.

     

    The workshop gives each participant ample practical and theoretical experience to begin working professionally, plus the mental tools needed to meet future challenges, as well as exercises and shots to practice after completing the course.

     

    For more information check website or email me.

     

    jkilroy @ steadicam - ops . com (without spaces)

     

    http://www.steadicam-ops.com/workshop.shtml

     

     

    Jay Kilroy

  22. SOA Fall Workshop

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    Hey Jay,

     

    i think the workshop is all the money worth, of course. But for me it will be 3500€ (Flight, Hotel, Workshop....)

    I am located in Germany. In the past some workshops were hold in Sweden and Italy. But none in Berlin or Paris.So the traveling costs are also high. I think many Operators who are located in Germany or France would go to a workshop which is given in Berlin or Paris!

    What do you think about it!?

     

    Best from Cologne,

     

    Daniel

     

     

    There are a few good workshops in Europe. I am not exactly sure when they are scheduled. You can keep an eye out on our website or Tiffen's, they hold the workshops in Europe. In the past some people have made out well with the exchange rate coming from Europe.

     

    Jay

  23. SOA Fall Workshop

    in News, Events, Workshops

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    Tom,

     

    I completely agree, $2400 is nothing to sneeze at these days. I would argue though, that it's a small price to pay to find out if being a steadicam operator is something you would want to do. I say that in regards to buying a rig (prices range from $20,000 to $100,000 depending on the package) and then finding out it's not want you want to do with your career.

     

    Our workshop is for people who know that this is what they want to try and do. Assistants trying to make the jump up, conventional operators who want to add to their arsenal or guys getting into the business who have been exposed to steadicam and are intrigued and know it will give them a leg up over someone else. It could and should be looked at as an investment that could make you more money.

     

    We are one of the best workshops in the world to learn how to operate, sure I'm biased, but ask anyone who's taken it. We have the best instructors (Jerry Holway, Garrett Brown to name two) more toys then you'll find at any other workshop, guaranteed! Cranes, vehicle mounts, dollies, ATV's and the occasional Skyman ride.

     

    Again, I do agree, the economy has changed peoples minds about spending, rightfully so, it shouldn't change their minds about what they want to do with their careers. It's fair to say that film/television industry has faired pretty well, comparatively. People are still watching TV and movies.

     

    Jay

  25. Steadicam Zephyr / Pilot Workshop Returns to Toronto

    in News, Events, Workshops

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    Will there be any workshops coming to Montreal? And will they be just for the smaller rigs?

     

    Given your obvious passion for filmmaking, I would strongly suggest that you go to the SOA workshop in Pennsylvania. It's close to a week long, steeped in Steadicam history, great instructors & operators will be there both scheduled and drop in, big rigs. They spent a day having students use alternate Steadicam applications: steadivehicles from ATVs to trucks to Segways as well as crane walkoffs. There's more but given you are a Canadian, travel shouldn't bother you. I believe they offer 2 sessions a year. Worth the money. I would hazard a guess that Mr. Abraham will be there as well.

     

    Cheers.

     

     

     

     

    Thanks for the kind words.

     

    Jay

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