Filming

Having the right film crew, with the right equipment and experience for your project on set, makes all the difference. It’s all about the team, and here at YourFilm, we have a large network of experienced crew around the world to call upon.

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What is filming?

Not all videos are the same; therefore, production requirements are not the same. Filming, often referred to as the ‘production’ part of the process, takes place after the creative and pre-production stages are complete. Once you have a production plan, script, and shot list, the right crew is selected to execute it. The crew is briefed, and the shoot date and logistics are set. Camera, lights, and audio equipment are set up, and all the footage is filmed.

Crew selection is based on location, skill set, experience, and equipment needed for the particular project. Many corporate video production projects only require a cinematographer or videographer to film. Larger, more creative projects will need more on-set crew so the camera operator can focus on filming, with other crew members taking care of everything else. This ensures the creative brief is met and production is efficient and runs on time and within budget. These roles can include Camera Assistants, On-Set Producers, or Directors.

How does filming work?

On the day of filming, the crew arrives at least an hour before filming starts to set everything up. They may want to look at a few different positions within the location to find the best spot to film and do a few test shots.

Depending on the video, you may have more than one camera filming from different angles. This allows for editing cuts and more visual interest in the final video.

The cinematographer will let you know when they start and stop filming and give any necessary cues. If there is more crew on set, they will direct, ask interview questions, ensure the lighting is right, and manage any talent. It’s a well-oiled machine that works together to ensure filming runs smoothly, high-quality footage is captured, and you have a bit of fun doing it!

A few takeaways:

Allow time in the filming schedule for setup and de-rigging. It’s part of the shoot day and takes about an hour to set up and half an hour to de-rig. If you have different people presenting to the camera, allow a bit of time to mic them up and get them comfortable in front of the camera.

Allow time for multiple takes; even professionals need a few takes to get it right. This also has the added benefit of giving editors more to work with during post-production. The more prepared and practiced everyone is for the shoot, the more efficient and cost-effective filming is.

Sometimes it will save money to have extra crew on set during filming, as this makes the shoot faster, more efficient, and results in better footage, which means fewer editing hours are needed. Ensure parking and access for crew to load in their gear (there’s often a lot more equipment than you think!).

If you have a bit of extra time, capture some general b-roll for your stock library. This means you can repurpose footage at a later date, giving you a better return on your filming costs.

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