Background

In October 2023, our team worked on a project called "100x Club" and "BS with Jake Paul" for MAD Entertainment. As the First AC/B Cam, my responsibility was to maintain all camera equipment and media. We used Sony FX9s for both shows, and I also pulled focus.

Problem

During the shoot, we faced several challenges that affected the quality of our footage. One of the main issues was the lighting conditions in some of the locations we shot at. It was difficult to get consistent lighting across different scenes, which resulted in some shots looking darker or brighter than others. Additionally, we had to deal with unexpected weather changes that affected outdoor shots.

Solution

To address the lighting issues, we decided to use a combination of natural light and artificial lighting sources. We also made sure to test the lighting setup before each shoot to ensure consistency across different scenes. For outdoor shots, we had backup plans in case of unexpected weather changes, such as using tents or umbrellas to protect our equipment from rain or snow.

Impact

Improved quality of footage by addressing lighting issues
Minimized disruptions caused by unexpected weather changes during outdoor shoots
Achieved consistent look and feel across different scenes
Increase in client satisfaction due to high-quality footage delivered on time
X% increase in social media engagement for both shows after release
X% increase in views on YouTube for both shows after release

Team

Mitch Anthony - Director of Photography
- Oversaw overall camera setup and lighting design for both shows
Cody Alderman - Camera Operator/ First AC puller
- Assisted with camera setup and operated the Sony FX9s during both shows

B camera Op / focus puller