WOW, what an awesome behind-the-scenes production. Wish I had seen this in Dec 2021, as I may not have been so pushy to stream my high school's lacrosse games next year. What a lot of work, hard work, stressful work getting it all hooked up and running and stable! I see I have much to learn, yet. But, that's why we do it. We love it. At 60, I am now closer to finishing my mobile production truck (a 2013 Ford E450 Cutaway, a converted 20+ seater shuttle bus) and just starting to finally do what I'd like to do with the rest of my life, God willing...any and all types of video and audio productions! Duker, Baltimore, MD.🎥 Keep up the great videos. You are awesome, engaging, knowledgeable, my friend, and your Dad must be one heck of a father figure.
I know it’s probably a little sensitive, but would love to know the financial side of this. How much does a high school pay for this type of service? What are the expenses? How much did the generator cost lots of questions
Great to see another video from you! =-D I love BTS content and would love to see more like this! Maybe some focusing on common troubleshooting that may arise before or during production Would love to see some future BTS content relating to pre-production aspect of a live production! Such as what kind of location scout evaluation/walk-through you do, things you look for on site, inquiries for the client or location supervisor, what kind of vendors or personnel operating the location that you communicate with/why, etc
This video was amazing man. I'm also in this industry all the way from South Africa. We basically have the same setup with a few small changes here and there.
Enjoyed the walk through of the day. Makes me miss live production a bit. What are you using for your transmission? I saw the LiveU pack. Was that sending out the program feed?
Absolutely love it! This was super helpful seeing every step that goes in to setup. I'd love to see a video on how you fax everything, and maybe WHY we check things in the way that we do. As a simple example, what are engineers looking for when they see a valid/Bars and tone?
Really enjoyed this video! May I ask what formal training/schooling did you have to become a video engineer? Or perhaps it was knowledge you picked up working in different positions of production? Maybe a topic for another video! Just curious how you got to know so much and how you got to be in the position you're in. Thank you.
When you plugged the cords into the sort of box/ window on the outside of the truck where the inputs went, did those go straight from there into the switcher, mixer, etc? This part was at 14:15. Thank you!
Hi! Yes, some of the xlr come/ go directly to the mixer. Some of the SDI come/go to the router. Everything would come/go to some other varied piece of gear :)
They're actually two separate production units. Believe it or not, the Flypack/trailer was also in use broadcasting another football game in another market on this day!
Camera operation: how much of it is operator intuition, how much of it is simple “video 101”, how much of it is covered in pre-event briefings, and how much is direct instruction during the event? Do you have any videos on this?
I currently do not have a video on this. Would make for a good podcast format discussion though! The short answer though, is all of the above. I'd say pretty close to all equal parts at that!
Hi! The cough box itself (Whirlwind THS3) is what is supplying the addition audio line for talk back (separate from the mic out). From there, it gets mixed into the RTS intercom ODIN frame and presented to the producer and director's intercom panel as a listen-only channel. :)
@@BroadcastBuddyTV Hi again, I’m sorry, but what is the name of the camera and camera lenses that you use for football and or basketball if you do basketball as well. Thank you!
Hi! On this shoot, there are two Fujinon - XA20SX8.5BERM 2/3" (20x w/ 2x ext) that go in the end-zones and two Canon HJ40X14B 2/3" EFP (40x w/ 2x ext & image stabilization) that go up in the stands.
Great video. I’ve been looking for something like this to see how others make it work. Very helpful. I’m curious to know how your crew makes money on these events? Does the school pay, or are you paid through advertising when you do a broadcast?
Hi! It's been a roller-coaster of different solutions for the camera over the years. We started with a SMPTE wired camera, moved to wireless (which wasn't a very reliable system - we used Teradek), then moved to just picking them up on one of our wired Endzone cams.
I see your sideline reporter is using a Roameo pack to talk to the truck and hear the truck. Why not just wire the Roameo to be the sideline reporters on air mic/ifb/talkback mic. That’s what we use them for and as long as your on the codec that allows for 5 beltpacks you really don’t notice a difference in quality. We wired a 5 pin to 3 pin and 1/4 inch jack for a stick mic and an in ear IFB and it works great.
what I am asking myself is, how do you pay all of this? The Trailer and additional equipment mast have been cost what? Around 150k $? You cannot tell, that you earn that by doing highschool sports?! So how is the financial plan to afford all that stuff? That would be an interesting topic for another video.
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This made me smile. So true to the day in the life of a broadcast engineer. Thanks!
more behind the scenes please
It was great watching you set this up and gave me so encouragement to get back to live events! I miss it and the production crews a lot.
WOW, what an awesome behind-the-scenes production. Wish I had seen this in Dec 2021, as I may not have been so pushy to stream my high school's lacrosse games next year. What a lot of work, hard work, stressful work getting it all hooked up and running and stable! I see I have much to learn, yet. But, that's why we do it. We love it. At 60, I am now closer to finishing my mobile production truck (a 2013 Ford E450 Cutaway, a converted 20+ seater shuttle bus) and just starting to finally do what I'd like to do with the rest of my life, God willing...any and all types of video and audio productions! Duker, Baltimore, MD.🎥 Keep up the great videos. You are awesome, engaging, knowledgeable, my friend, and your Dad must be one heck of a father figure.
I know it’s probably a little sensitive, but would love to know the financial side of this. How much does a high school pay for this type of service? What are the expenses? How much did the generator cost lots of questions
This was great. Thanks for sharing. Love seeing the behind the scenes of the guys who make the whole thing really work.
19:23 I really love the comment about not fixating on getting Plan A to work, but rather knowing when it's time to go to Plan B, C, D, E, ...
love this type of video! great job!
Great to see another video from you! =-D I love BTS content and would love to see more like this! Maybe some focusing on common troubleshooting that may arise before or during production
Would love to see some future BTS content relating to pre-production aspect of a live production! Such as what kind of location scout evaluation/walk-through you do, things you look for on site, inquiries for the client or location supervisor, what kind of vendors or personnel operating the location that you communicate with/why, etc
Great BTS! Can’t wait to see more!
Thanks for the video! I do corporate and education live streaming production. It's interesting to see how the sports side of the industry functions.
The walkthrough was really fun. More bts
Awesome video really neat to watch more behind the scenes content please
One of the best videos explanations that I seen in my life! Can I ask how much you guys charge for a production like this??
This video was amazing man. I'm also in this industry all the way from South Africa. We basically have the same setup with a few small changes here and there.
Hey where are you guys need your contact info want to do a production over there
Reagan just gave me your contact info. Going to reach out shortly!
@@BroadcastBuddyTV Yessir!!!
Lovely
Enjoyed the walk through of the day. Makes me miss live production a bit.
What are you using for your transmission? I saw the LiveU pack. Was that sending out the program feed?
Hi! Yes, the local station brings their LiveU and we provide them the MUX program feed :)
@@BroadcastBuddyTV Nice. Thanks for the info.
@@BroadcastBuddyTV Do you have any backup if the LiveU fails? I know they're pretty reliable, but still
Great content, great coverage. For those home runs opposite the press box, did you run along the perimiter of the ? how did you protect fiber?
Would love to see one of these from the production side too! Good stuff!
That is so great! Pls stay in touch!
Very well produced, thank you.
Thanks! This was fun
Can you make a behind the scenes of making your video (filming, editing, etc)?
Absolutely love it! This was super helpful seeing every step that goes in to setup. I'd love to see a video on how you fax everything, and maybe WHY we check things in the way that we do. As a simple example, what are engineers looking for when they see a valid/Bars and tone?
Really enjoyed this video! May I ask what formal training/schooling did you have to become a video engineer? Or perhaps it was knowledge you picked up working in different positions of production? Maybe a topic for another video! Just curious how you got to know so much and how you got to be in the position you're in. Thank you.
Hi! Check out my video "Who is Broadcast Buddy". I go over all your questions :)
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When you plugged the cords into the sort of box/ window on the outside of the truck where the inputs went, did those go straight from there into the switcher, mixer, etc? This part was at 14:15. Thank you!
Hi! Yes, some of the xlr come/ go directly to the mixer. Some of the SDI come/go to the router. Everything would come/go to some other varied piece of gear :)
@@BroadcastBuddyTV ok, thanks very much!
I am curious, why did you not use the new trailer?
They're actually two separate production units. Believe it or not, the Flypack/trailer was also in use broadcasting another football game in another market on this day!
@@BroadcastBuddyTV I believe it. Certain broadcast groups (not mine unfortunately) really embrace local sports.
Camera operation: how much of it is operator intuition, how much of it is simple “video 101”, how much of it is covered in pre-event briefings, and how much is direct instruction during the event? Do you have any videos on this?
I currently do not have a video on this. Would make for a good podcast format discussion though! The short answer though, is all of the above. I'd say pretty close to all equal parts at that!
nice job! Ryan
What is the name of the talk back system that you use for commentary in the booth? Very enjoyable video!
Hi! The cough box itself (Whirlwind THS3) is what is supplying the addition audio line for talk back (separate from the mic out). From there, it gets mixed into the RTS intercom ODIN frame and presented to the producer and director's intercom panel as a listen-only channel. :)
@@BroadcastBuddyTV oh okay, thank you!
@@BroadcastBuddyTV Hi again, I’m sorry, but what is the name of the camera and camera lenses that you use for football and or basketball if you do basketball as well. Thank you!
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Here is the full equipment list :)
What kind of optics do you guys use? I saw a Fujinon lens cap?
Hi! On this shoot, there are two Fujinon - XA20SX8.5BERM 2/3" (20x w/ 2x ext) that go in the end-zones and two Canon HJ40X14B 2/3" EFP (40x w/ 2x ext & image stabilization) that go up in the stands.
LOL I was the EIC from Running the Oklahoma City FNR's All season. Funny to see the same GFX Package being used everywhere!
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Great video. I’ve been looking for something like this to see how others make it work. Very helpful. I’m curious to know how your crew makes money on these events? Does the school pay, or are you paid through advertising when you do a broadcast?
Hi! With these, the station sells the advertisements (commercials and sponsorships) as a means of paying for the production and making a profit.
Curious question, you guys had a side line reporter - what system was used for the camera on the field? Was it a wireless camera or wireless?
Hi!
It's been a roller-coaster of different solutions for the camera over the years. We started with a SMPTE wired camera, moved to wireless (which wasn't a very reliable system - we used Teradek), then moved to just picking them up on one of our wired Endzone cams.
Were there any mics put out not shown here?
Hi! There is a shotgun mic for nats sound on every camera and then the talent/ ref mics. Other than that, no additional mics :)
I see your sideline reporter is using a Roameo pack to talk to the truck and hear the truck. Why not just wire the Roameo to be the sideline reporters on air mic/ifb/talkback mic. That’s what we use them for and as long as your on the codec that allows for 5 beltpacks you really don’t notice a difference in quality. We wired a 5 pin to 3 pin and 1/4 inch jack for a stick mic and an in ear IFB and it works great.
That's an interesting concept, I'll have to tinker with this. Thanks for the suggestion!
Do you have some kind of patreon? I am willing to donate some pennies for this type of videos to keep coming
I have been thinking about it lately, but currently no. I'll be sure to let everyone know if I do though!
what I am asking myself is, how do you pay all of this? The Trailer and additional equipment mast have been cost what? Around 150k $? You cannot tell, that you earn that by doing highschool sports?! So how is the financial plan to afford all that stuff? That would be an interesting topic for another video.
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