I don't understand that if the point of position where the balance and position is the body - why is there not a pole that goes to the ground to support the pole - like every c-stand or fixed mic boom stand. Seems like to me that this is how it was done traditionally and then grandfathered down through time. It would be like a camera operator holding a jib with their arms. Makes no sense to me - I watched this to see maybe why? Still have no idea the advantage of holding your arms up to hold onto something that could be supported and operated pretty much exactly the same way.
Because, actors move. They not only move physically through space, but they also turn their heads. When you’re using a shotgun or hypercardioid microphone with a narrow pick up pattern, you must constantly re-position the microphone when the actors turn their heads to ensure their voice falls inside the pick up pattern. There are times that we do use a stand to hold the boom hole, but that’s limited to interviews or shots where the actor does not move their heads.
As someone who has worked on many films as a boom operator but wanted to improve my techniques, this video is FANTASTIC! I usually find film videos to be too theoretical, but this offers so much practical insight. Thank you so much!
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Sound is the most underrated position on a film crew.
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Thanks Jason and FilmSkills crew! Pure Gold here!
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@@FilmSkills I love them, and would love to take Jason's film school course once my finances improve. Much love for you Awesome Folks!
I watched your two videos only and now I will be your regular viewer
Fantastic videos!
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I don't understand that if the point of position where the balance and position is the body - why is there not a pole that goes to the ground to support the pole - like every c-stand or fixed mic boom stand. Seems like to me that this is how it was done traditionally and then grandfathered down through time. It would be like a camera operator holding a jib with their arms. Makes no sense to me - I watched this to see maybe why? Still have no idea the advantage of holding your arms up to hold onto something that could be supported and operated pretty much exactly the same way.
Because, actors move. They not only move physically through space, but they also turn their heads. When you’re using a shotgun or hypercardioid microphone with a narrow pick up pattern, you must constantly re-position the microphone when the actors turn their heads to ensure their voice falls inside the pick up pattern. There are times that we do use a stand to hold the boom hole, but that’s limited to interviews or shots where the actor does not move their heads.
As someone who has worked on many films as a boom operator but wanted to improve my techniques, this video is FANTASTIC! I usually find film videos to be too theoretical, but this offers so much practical insight. Thank you so much!
Thank you! We're glad you liked it :)
@@FilmSkills Absolutely! 😁
GREAT TUTORIAL! THANKS! but too expensive to me :/
Do you know we offer a great subscription that lets you choose 5 new lessons each month for $49? You can learn more at www.training.filmskills.com/fst/subscription/build-your-own-course-5-1
I'm not even two minutes in and already learning. This series wastes no time.
That's how I like to approach my training courses - there's so much materials, there's no room for fluff.
Thank you