What an amazing interview. Ken’s soul just washes over everything he does. With meticulous technique, the right choice of equipment, great interfacing with other crew, and an obvious love of his art and film. So great to hear from a pro. Bravo URSA, again.
I just started boom operating and just finished my first full length feature. When Ken spoke about being in a moment where good, professional actors are doing their thing, I felt that. I witnessed some amazing acting skills and just watching and hearing the talent that these people have is beautiful. Very moving, I can't wait to do more booming in the future.
If you are at all interested in Boom Operating, listen to this man. The nuances he is describing about how to find the best position between two actors is something that happens in the majority of scenes. How to assess reflection angles and hide, how to operate for larger dynamics (whisper to scream), the intimate nature of the job; all are spot on. I'll just add, if it wasn't clear, that the reason they needed a hardline for the boom was probably because the wireless transmitter gain would have needed to be set too low for the quieter part(s) of the scene. Also, all boom ops should have a monitor!
Best video yet! Does anybody know what software Ken uses when he talks about using his phone as a cam monitor so he can see the frame while he booms on his wrist?
Thats the QTake app shown in the photo, its an app that works with the QTake playback system managed by video playback. Thank you, is this one really the best video yet?
Love this, loved hearing about the boom techniques and letting the radios do the work on house then transferring to boom. this is why I enjoy being on the floor, I get to find what works and help the mixer record great sound.
What an amazing interview. Ken’s soul just washes over everything he does. With meticulous technique, the right choice of equipment, great interfacing with other crew, and an obvious love of his art and film. So great to hear from a pro. Bravo URSA, again.
I just started boom operating and just finished my first full length feature. When Ken spoke about being in a moment where good, professional actors are doing their thing, I felt that. I witnessed some amazing acting skills and just watching and hearing the talent that these people have is beautiful. Very moving, I can't wait to do more booming in the future.
If you are at all interested in Boom Operating, listen to this man. The nuances he is describing about how to find the best position between two actors is something that happens in the majority of scenes. How to assess reflection angles and hide, how to operate for larger dynamics (whisper to scream), the intimate nature of the job; all are spot on. I'll just add, if it wasn't clear, that the reason they needed a hardline for the boom was probably because the wireless transmitter gain would have needed to be set too low for the quieter part(s) of the scene. Also, all boom ops should have a monitor!
Best video yet! Does anybody know what software Ken uses when he talks about using his phone as a cam monitor so he can see the frame while he booms on his wrist?
Thats the QTake app shown in the photo, its an app that works with the QTake playback system managed by video playback. Thank you, is this one really the best video yet?
@@URSAStraps Thank you! Should have clarified the best video yet for boom ops! besides the full-hour interview.
Love this, loved hearing about the boom techniques and letting the radios do the work on house then transferring to boom. this is why I enjoy being on the floor, I get to find what works and help the mixer record great sound.
Thanks James
Thank you so much URSA for these interviews, they're a well of information, we're blessed to get so much details on the craft.
That’s a very interesting video. This guy is so nice and passionate about his craft. Pleasure to watch this . Thank you
These are very insightful and entertaining! I met Ken a while ago, great guy.
Cool that the insurance boss from The Incredibles made it to the real world
excelent video again Ken Strain is so interesting to listen to. I'm so gonna make my trainees watch this one too :)
Excelente, to give up the level of booming as a secret craft know by not all.
Buenisimo
Learnt a lot watching your videos! Thank you! 🙏
Thank you! It’s was very important for me! I’m boom operator, and it’s new impression for me!))
Thank you Yan, glad it was useful :)
Such a great video ! Thank you 🔥
Great stuff. Thank you for the wisdom
Yay! Thank you Ken!
Really cool! Thanks u guys!
Amazing video!
As odd as it might seem for Hugh to be the sensitive to distractions, at least he’s very polite and doesn’t throw an ego fit.
Can't find the Foam gagg, is it customized ? : )
yer its still a @RadiusWindshields prototype i think
Never clicked on a video faster 🥲
hehe thanks Marco