High Definition Media Production, Concept to Delivery!

Nicholas G. Koontz... Producer / Director / DP / Post

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EQUIPMENT & PRODUCTION RESOURCES...
 

 
Here is some of the production equipment we use and the resources we have available:
 
 
    JVC GZ-HD7 FULL HD CAMCORDER:

 
 
 
The JVC GZ-HD7 is a 3-chip Full HD (1920x1080i) camcorder with a hybrid recording capability to a 60 Gig internal hard drive and SD cards. It features superior camera performance including FUJINON Professional HD Lens, 3CCD technology, and optical image stabilization.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Our configuration for the JVC GZ-HD7 includes a
2x telephoto lens, a .45 wide angle lens, ND/UV/CPL filter kit, 6 hrs. of battery w/external charger, Bogen Manfrotto fluid-head tripod, wired and wireless mics, and mixer for multiple mic inputs.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
     SONY HVR Z1U HDV CAMCORDER:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Another of our favorite cameras is the Sony HVR Z1U, pictured left, which we have used on several larger jobs in multiples. We offer this camera, if desired, for production shoots as well and it records to miniDV tape for both HDV and DV formats. Our configuration for this camera also includes 6 hrs. of battery w/external charger, Bogen Manfrotto fluid-head tripod, wired and wireless mics, and mixer for multiple mic inputs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FLOW DOME FLOURESCENT LIGHT KIT:

 

 

 

Our Flow Dome light kit is the coolest light kit around! That's because it's lamps are cool temperature flourescent with daylight color bulbs. So, whether they are being used as the primary lighting source or fill for natural light, they output a perfect color temperature for video without being overpowering and no harsh shadows. Our talent loves them because they don't have to sweat the hot lights that most kits use. We've even used this kit to light outdoor night locations and they really do the trick, putting out a nice soft illumination. These are great for green/blue screen projects, interviews, stand-ups, or to light a set. 

 

 

 

 

    PORTABLE GREEN/BLUE SCREENS:

 

We bring near-studio production to almost anywhere, using our portable green/blue screens, available in multiple sizes, depending upon the space available and the number of people required to be on camera. Using the same techniques used by major feature films to achieve amazing effects, talent can be placed, during the post-production process, in virtually any scene, space, set or location. We have a wide variety of 3D virtual sets to choose from or backgrounds can be created from still pictures and b-roll video. Now you're not limited to a cramped office space or boardroom. You can be on set, in a fabulous TV newsroom location, (many different to choose from) delivering your message the same way that the professionals do. (And don't forget to ask about our teleprompter services, so you don't have to spend hours trying to memorize, or looking down at your notes, you can just read your text like the news guys too!) To see a sample of this production technique, visit the Media & Reels page to see the Kaplan Mobray "The 10ks Of Personal Branding" excerpt, under the DVD Production & Authoring section.

 

 

  

      POST-PRODUCTION:

 

Our expertise in production spans almost 30 years of experience, covering many different skill-sets both technical and creative. No piece or amount of equipment can substitute for experience, creativity and just plain know-how. That said, we enjoy the fact that we have multiple creative professionals that share many of the same capabilities close at hand, working to put the best possible product together for our clients and ourselves. We are a 64-bit PC based post-production house, providing us the widest array of both software and hardware available. 

 

Furthermore, we take pride in what we deliver. We've been involved in digital production since its inception, and have not only been users of the technology but instructors and even developers, as well. That means that we understand its complexity and, at the same time, how to make it look simple but good, very good. 

 

So, don't be fooled by the hype of sales and marketing pitches regarding this or that format, or computer preferences. Do your homework and see first-hand what our capabilities are and, accordingly, what your needs require. In addition, if you don't see here what you need, do not hesitate to ask because we are perfectly capable of tapping our extensive network of resources that goes well beyond what you see just on these pages.

 

(See sample clips on the Media & Reels page.)

 

 

 

    BEYOND POST-PRODUCTION TO DELIVERY:      

 

In addition to what we do in-house, we also have a close relationship with major DVD duplicators/replicators. We have done a substantial amount of authoring/mastering for some of their clients. This provides us with the added capability to produce fully packaged, high-quality product for resale and wholesale distribution that can be delivered right to your door, or directly to your customers for fulfillment of your e-commerce sales. (See what cinematographer, videographer and director/cameraman Charles Barbee had to say about about our work on his DVD series Wild West Country.)

 

This authoring capability can also be extended to online delivery of DVD content as well, providing you the ability to offer not just digital downloads but full interactive online playback of your DVD content, integrated with e-commerce access. 

  

We provide full support for all types of web site and Internet related projects, from award winning design to award winning execution. We have the capability to construct HTML, Flash and enterprise based web sites, rebuild and overhaul sites, along with providing any necessary media components desired for your site integration. In addition to web site design/execution, we can also customize programming for specialized applications, such as interactive and cross-platform DVD/CD-ROMs for company catalogues, corporate presentations or hand-outs. Need a media kit? Invisual Digital is what media production, execution and delivery is all about, and we can make your look convey the personality you want to project... the first time, every time!