How to Be a CAMERA Assistant (1st AC Kit + Tips: BEST Gear to Have in Your AC BAG)
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- Опубликовано: 11 июл 2024
- Wondering How to Be a Camera Assistant? This Jam has 1st AC Tips + a list of 15 accessories and Gear to Have in your assistant camera bag. Having the right Camera Assistant Tools, can be the difference in having a good or a not-so-good experience on set. Make sure to have these fifteen 1st AC tools in your Camera Assistant bag:
1. Paper Tape - amzn.to/3yBWr9M
2a. Air Blaster (large) - amzn.to/3yT76hy
2b. Compressed Air - amzn.to/3P1WrXA
3. Pancro Lens Cleaner - amzn.to/3uE1u8m
4. Kimtech Wipes - amzn.to/3AB6VbX
5. Mini Screw driver - amzn.to/3arfA62
6. Motorized Screw driver - amzn.to/3obgmaN
7. Foldable Hex Key - amzn.to/3apq5qI
8. Cube Tap - amzn.to/3yT6Pew
9a. Bongo Ties - amzn.to/3nR3t5c
9b. Zip Ties - amzn.to/3NQAUj6
9c. Velcro - amzn.to/3AzLY14
10. Insert slate- amzn.to/3yvztkr
11a. Dry Erase Markers - amzn.to/3AFN63d
11b. Dry Erase Markers w/ Erasers - amzn.to/3JDad0S
11c. Sharpies - amzn.to/3PccD80
12a. Measuring Tape - amzn.to/3nXPuuo
12b. Laser Measuring Tool - amzn.to/3c4uZtA
13. Head Lamp - amzn.to/3yRpuqZ
14. Film Filter Tags - filmfiltertags.com/
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15a. CineBags AC Pouch - amzn.to/3aAIPTU
15b. SetWear AC Pouch - amzn.to/3yT7Tiw
15c. ProAim Cine bag (run bag) - amzn.to/3FOZDT7
15d. Trunab Cable/Accessory bag - amzn.to/46XmibS
What does a 1st AC do on a film set? The primary job of a 1st Camera Assistant is to pull focus, but also is the person to make sure the camera team is prepped and ready for battle. Ensuring you have everything you need in your Camera Assistant Pouch is half the battle. Make sure to see our 1st AC Tips and 1st AC bag to get ahead of the curve!
How to be a good camera assistant? What is a camera assistant? We answer all these questions and more about camera assisting. It's one of the most stressful jobs on a film set, but also can be one of the most rewarding. What's in my AC bag? Come find out!
There are a lot of roles in camera department - from Camera PA to 2nd AC to 1st AC to Director of Photography. We review these filmmaking jobs so you have a better idea of what to expect on set. The main focus of this video is the 1st AC focus puller. And the assistant camera kit should help you have the tools you need to get started.
If you have any questions on the techniques used in this review video, please send a note in the comments. Thanks for watching How to Be a CAMERA Assistant (1st AC Tips + Kit: BEST Gear to Have in your AC BAG), in our Film Jams series!
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GEAR USED IN THIS VIDEO:
LENSES
-Canon 35mm f/1.4 II L - amzn.to/3PklYL0 (main interview)
-Sony 16-35mm f/4 - amzn.to/3uyM851
CAMERAS
-Canon C70 - amzn.to/3nQhf8r (main interview)
-Sony A7s III - amzn.to/3OWnovN (b-roll)
AUDIO GEAR
-RODE Wireless GO - amzn.to/2FaqmuF
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Other equipment we use to film:
CAMERAS
-Canon C100 - amzn.to/2u04CMm
-Canon C300 - amzn.to/2TbymjT
-Canon EOS R - amzn.to/2QaPZlK
-Sony A7s III - amzn.to/3OWnovN
LENSES
-Canon 100mm macro - amzn.to/2KsZuaF (product shots & CUs)
TRIPODS
-Sachtler - amzn.to/2KTXbfH
MICS
-Sennheiser MKE600 - amzn.to/2ILulBP
-Sennheiser 416 - amzn.to/2INrtQy
LIGHTS:
-Litepanel Astra 6x - amzn.to/2KUBYCB
-Kino Flo Diva LED - amzn.to/2BuunZp
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Filmed on location at: www.LitewaveMedia.com in St. Petersburg, FL
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#HowToBeACameraAssistant #1stACTips #CameraAssistantTips
You have the best worst humour! haha
Thanks for the tips
Haha I’ll take it! Much appreciated! And glad it was helpful 😆👍🎥
I almost fell off laughing due to the lens cleaning party music and lights... love the humor and knowledgable video!
Haha! Awesome :) thank you! Glad it was helpful!
Good straightforward information piece, Film Jams rocks!
Thanks brothaaaaa! :D Appreciate you!
Very helpful video! :) Also appreciate all the subtle innuendos lol 😂
Thank you brother! Innuendos? No idea what you mean haha 😂
Very informative video! Go Film Jams!!!
Thank you for watching! :)
Awesome video!
Thanks buddy! Appreciate you watching.
Great vid!
Thank you! Appreciate that 😃🎥✌️
Love the humor! 😂❤️
Thank you! Glad someone appreciates it haha! 😆🎥👍
LMAO this video is EPIC. You guys are great. THANKS. You got me excited to build my bag up. I'm looking to get my first gig as a 2nd AC. I'll be ready when i get it!
Awww that’s awesome! Glad to hear it was helpful! Good luck on your gig!
For a screwdriver, a LTT screwdriver will go a long way because of the long thinner shaft and the precise rachet mechanism
Good call! I need to add that to the list below - thanks for watching!
Must add the Stubby! 5/16 x1-3/4 flat head! its bigger and much easier for the screws on camera and other bits! Never go to set without it! I also think adding a camera cover, space blanket something to cover the camera when you go to lunch or in case of bad weather!
Good call on the cover! I thought the stubby was in there at 5:40 or is there a different one? Send me a link and I’ll add it! Thanks for watching!
Great video! I also think a leatherman or multi tool would be another good addition to the list!
Thanks very much! And good addition! Totally agree.
gotta love the cinebag, i love it more than my girlfriend
Haha! I don’t blame you 😂🎥🤘
Great video, where do most new ac’s look for jobs? Most RUclips channels don’t cover that aspect.
Thanks! We have a few videos on how to find work - check out Beginners Guide to Filmmaking or BizJams playlists.
Hey there, brilliant and informative video!, I just wanted to ask, where do you get the erasers that attach onto the end of your Expo pens? I've looked long and far but can't find where they are / what they are called
Thanks appreciate that!/ I believe that we bought them like that... I added a link below to the description (see text below video) to buy.
Omg that’s a lot of tools
It is but so helpful to have!
What is a good run bag that is a decent size for everything id need as a second ac
I’ll throw a couple in the gear kit list for you below the video.
Good content. Do u have an updated code for Filter tags? Says it’s expired.
Ahh ok...let me message them! I'll see if I can get one for ya!
@@FilmJams awesome thank you 🤙🏽
Sorry I tried and didn’t hear back from them. But if you reach out let them know about the video and they may still grant the discount. They’re good peeps!
You're crazy. But I like ya.
I’ll take it. Thanks!
You have to wear a 10’pound bag
That’s why you always go for the Mithril bag! Lighter and readily available in Rivendell camera store!
NO !!!!!!!! Why have you got studio monitors that are not designed to be placed sideways, placed sideways. Those yams are upright only your really wasting the sound quality 😳😳😳
Hi there! Thanks for the comment. Vertical placement can help with the stereo sound field, but as with anything, I always recommend testing to see what works best for you. I've had my HS8's both vertical and sideways, and sideways is how they work best for me. When I have them vertical, the tweeters are too high and also block my TV. As it states in the Yamaha HS8 manual: "Position the tweeters at ear height. High frequencies are quite directional, so for the most accurate monitoring the speakers should be set up so that the tweeters are at approximately the same height as your ears when you’re seated at the listening position." And when I have them horizontal - this is how they sound best to me. I also have 2 other sets of monitors in my studio that I can A/B, so luckily not putting all our chickens in one basket there....But I appreciate you noticing that :) Have a good one and thanks for stopping by the channel!
@@FilmJams Agreed, I place my desktop monitors sideways and find the difference in sound is negligible or better (all other things being equal).
@@thepropolys Hi Andrew! Right on...thanks for mentioning that and stopping by the channel. Have a good one!
Holy shit,man. Please, for the love of God, tone down the humor. You’re a very knowledgeable guy/channel, with great advice….but it’s overkill with the goofiness. Your expression and tone keeps reminding me of the child snatcher from Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Comes across more creepy than funny. Just being honest.
That's the spirit of Film Jams ol' boy! If you're uncomfortable, then you must be in the right place. And yes that is a follow focus in my pocket, but I'm also happy to see you!