SteadicamOperating



Based in the San Francisco Bay Area
Most recently, I have completed and received certification at the Steadicam Operators' Association Gold Workshop program earlier this year in Southern California, and hope to eventually become a Local 600 Steadicam Operator in the future!
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Current Rates:
-Full Day (Up to 10 Hours): $1250 flat rate + $1250 Kit Day-Rate (including 1 hour prep)
-Half Day (Up to 5 Hours): $750 flat rate + $1250 Kit Day-Rate (including 1 hour prep)
-Anything over 10 hours -> +$120/hr
Offering a 3 day week for multiple day productions on Kit Day-Rates! Current rig is capable of Camera Packages up to 40lbs (Built-out Alexas, RED, Panavision, etc. packages fly with ease!), and supports both SDI & traditional composite (film) camera packages.
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Got a Student Project you're looking to add value to with Steadicam? Get in touch with me for a student rate!
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Please feel free to reach out via the 'Contact' page for any inquiries!
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Kit List:
- Steadicam Archer2 VOLT Package (Steadicam Archer2 Sled, VOLT Gimbal, G50x Arm, LX Vest)
- SmallHD 702 Touch 7" Monitor (SDI & HDMI)
- 2 x CamJam Steadi-On-Sticks (SOS) Quick Release Plates
- 12" Extended Arm Post (for High-Angle shots)
- Low Mode Bracket
- Blackmagic Video Assist 5" Monitor (Low Mode Monitor / Return Monitor for Live Shows)
- INOVATIV Axis Steadicam Stand w/ 8" Pneumatic Wheels
- Tiffen Volt Docking Bracket
- Alexa Mini/Mini LF/Amira/35 Power Cable (Direct to Sled)
- Alexa Classic/XT/SXT Power Cable (Direct to Sled)
- EVF Rear Mount for Alexa Mini MVF
- RED DSMC2 Power Cable (Direct to Sled)
- 4-Pin XLR Power Cable (Direct to Sled)
- Various BNC/SDI & Micro BNC Cables
- Sled to D-Tap/P-Tap Splitters
- Sled to 4-Pin XLR Cables
- 7 x V-Mount Batteries + Multi Bay Charger
- 24V / Hot Swap 12V 3rd Battery Plate
- Catgriller Spin Post
- Transvideo CineMonitorHD6 SBL Backup Monitor
- Expendables: Weather Bags, Cable Ties, Arm Rain Cover, etc.
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Add-Ons Available:
- Walter Klassen Hard Mount Kit for Mounted Operating from Vehicles/Dolly/Rickshaw - $100/Day
- G-Zoom + G-Focus Kit for Live Shows - $200/Day
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Please see my 'Kit List' page for more gear offerings!
Example Steadicam Work