Latest Topics at the BCPVA
Latest BCPVA Topics
Scroll down below to see the latest topics posted on the BCPVA websiteWant to add an article?
If you have an article you would like to submit, please visit this page and submit. You don't even need to create an account. Once you post, it will automatically show up below.
Stay in the Loop
Want to automatically know whenever someone posts a new discussion? Subscribe to all new BCPVA posts by 
RSS. Alternatively, you can subcribe by email by filling out the form below:
HST for US / International Customers?
Hey guys, Wanted to see if people out there know the HST rules around billing out to US clients (or International Clients) for video production services done in Canada but sent electronically to someone outside of Canada. Here’s the example scenario: Filming onto tapeless media (digital media) Editing the footage and sending digitally via file
Read More →
Vintage Video Equipment Sale
All items between $25-$50 All in working order Contact David Cooper stone 604-612-9767 or info@studiovideo.com Including: VHS VCR DVD players VHS/DVD players HI 8 video recorders HI 8 video camera Sound and video mixers Titlers Wireless mic Mini tape recorder Digital TV converters Broadcast 3 tube video camera JVC BY110 Macro-system Casablanca avio Editor IMac
Read More →
Is this video trend here to stay?
Found this on Huffington Post. What do you think? Wedding Music Video: The ‘Marryoke’ Trend
Sony EX3 with lots of extras for sale
Sony PMW-EX3 in excellent condition. Owned by IATSE 669 DP. Never rented. Firmware updates. Bottom plate upgrade. Comes with: – 2 x 8GB SxS cards – 1 x SD card adapter – ACM-18 ½” B4 lens adapter – 2 x extra large batteries – 1 x standard battery – charger/power supply – remote contoller –
Read More →
Song Freedom is offering a deal for anyone looking to licence music
songfreedom.com is offering 50% off the price of their subscriptions. Just enter coupon code NY by 12/31/11.
Business in Vancouver Article
Hello fellow members, This is a well written article by Jenny Wagler from the Business in Vancouver magazine. Among others in our industry, Jenny interviewed Sue Greening, also mentioning the BCPVA and Reeltime Videoworks in her article. Jenny highlights the current state of the corporate video industry in Vancouver. Enjoy! Vancouver Corporate Video Production Industry
Read More →
December 7th Meeting, 2011
Don’t miss another great BCPVA meeting on Decemer 7, 2011 Our final meeting for 2011. RSVP Here. When: Wednesday December 7, 2011 Where: MetroTown Mall, Sears Community Room Time: Meeting starts at 6:30 sharp Arrive: Join us a 6:15 for Networking and Refreshments Included this month: John Banovich will preview his latest trailer. Vendor demonstration
Read More →
Camera for Sale – Sony HVR-A1U
FOR SALE all together: – Sony HVR-A1U (original value $2,300) – InfoLITHIUM Rechargable Ultra High Capacity Battery (5-7hr Battery) (original value $175) – Sony AC Charger for InfoLITHIUM M Series Batteries (original value $85) – Tiffen – 37mm Clear Protector Filter (for A1U) ($30) This camera is useful as a second camera, or if you
Read More →
ATEM 1 M/E production switcher review in EventDV Live
Back in April the BCPVA awarded Blackmagic Design a 2011 BCPVA VIA award at NAB 2011 for the ATEM Television Studio, an HD video switcher. If you missed it, here is the link: BCPVA VIA Award – ATEM Television Studio Since then I had the opportunity to purchase and review the Blackmagic Design ATEM 1
Read More →
2011 BCPVA year end dinner speech
Last Sunday the BCPVA celebrated its 16th year as Canada’s leading video production association. As a five-term President and current Past-President, I was asked to deliver a speech. I spoke about disruptive technology and the relevance of video association membership. 2011 State of the Video Industry Disruptive technology and the relevance of BCPVA Membership.
Read More →
Port Coquitlam Videographer Wins International Wedding Video Award
Sarasota, FL – WEVA International announced the winners of its 21st Annual Creative Excellence Awards Competition, live online, during WEVA Expo 2011, The Digital Imaging Supershow. Michael Rendulic, owner of Port Coquitlam based AVinhouse, was awarded the Bronze Creative Excellence Award in the Wedding Movie Trailer category. While most of the fifteen categories were judged
Read More →
Online Video: New Opportunities Flourish Amid Some Drawbacks
Online Video provides a world of opportunity for expanding the use of video for both personal and professional reasons.
Online video makes it practical for any individual or business to essentially create their own TV channel with personalized programing of their choice. Not only is the technology easy to master and highly accessible, but equipment costs to enter can be as low as 50 bucks for a webcam. Compare that with the multi-millions once required for a start-up TV channel and it’s easy to see why online video is so wildly popular.
Final Cut Pro Level 2 – Nov 1
Are you looking for one-of-a-kind video production? This course focuses on advanced skills in editing and special effects techniques such as creating dynamic motion, custom filters and transitions, and compiling nested sequences using multiple layers of video. You learn how to set up, light and shoot video using green and blue screen backgrounds, as well
Read More →
Selling Sony XDCAM EX1 + Accessories
Selling as package $5500 CAMERA (278 hrs, all updates) ALL ORIGINAL ACCESSORIES (BP-U30 Battery, Wireless Remote Control, BC-U1 Battery Charger / AC Adapter, Lens Hood, Component Cable, AV Multi-cable, Mini USB Cable, Shoulder Strap, manual. original packing box) EXTRAS Kata camera case ($150?) Vortex VSB1 shoulder brace with 4 diving weights (for balance) $250 Extra
Read More →
October 2011 Newsletter
Location Lighting – rapidly changing yet still the same Lorne Lapham has over 30 years of experience in sales and rental of equipment. He is owner of Lorne Lapham Sales & Rentals. Lorne will be showing what works and why in location lighting. See the new LED lighting. Is the new LED lighting as good
Read More →
Making Your Own Website… Or Not
If you are looking to get a new website, this video is for you. I interviewed a web designer about how to make your own website or questions to ask a pro when hiring one.
Hiring a Photographer – Things You Should Do
I filmed an interview with a pro photographer about what to look for when hiring a pro photographer. His advice would very much apply to videographers as well.
Editor
Hi everyone As some of you may know already, I moved to Vancouver recently from Ireland and became an Associate member of the BCPVA a few weeks ago. Im a freelance editor with extensive experience in both the technical and creative aspects of editing. Im diligent and hard working so if anyone needs an edit
Read More →
Sony MiniDV Tapes for sale
I bought a pair of Sony FS100′s so am now officially tapeless. So now I have to get rid of my unused tape stock as I have no use for it. All of it was purchased locally in May and I’m selling below cost. You don’t need to buy the whole lot – just whatever
Read More →
September 2011 Newsletter
Do you want to learn how to build your video business to $100,000 a yr. and beyond?
July 2011 Newsletter
July is "MEET-UP MONTH" & it's Different.. We are hoping you will enjoy this new idea. We are calling it MEET-UPS. This month the executive will be hosting 4 different meet-ups on 4 different nights. That way if you want to go to 1 or more of them you can. Contact the host via
Read More →
canon gl2 and stuff
Hi Guys, I have a GL2 , extra battery, video light and shotgun mic for sale send me an email at mdonnery@gmail.com and make me an offer
Looking for a cheap source for P2 cards
Hey guys – I just picked up a used Panasonic HVX200 Camera and it didnt come with any P2 cards – so I am looking for a cheap source to buy / rent / borrow the P2 Cards so I can test this camera out. Does anyone out there have any they dont use/need anmymore?
2011 BCPVA VIA Awards – In the News
The video production industry is very excited about the 2011 BCPVA Video Innovation Awards. Here are just a few international websites who have covered the news. The list includes sites from Japan, Australia, & USA. Sony Australia NEX-FS100P 2011 Wins VIA Award at NAB 2011. The British Columbia Professional Videographers Association presented Sony with
Read More →
Misc. Equipment for Sale
Hello Members, We have updated our sales page to include some new “pre-loved,” equipment. We also have a customer selling a Panasonic AGHPX300 camera. For any questions, please email me at reception@rbevideo.com Thank you.
My first timelapse…. ahhhh
Michael Rendulic from AVinhouse wanted to see my timelapse footage. So, here it is Michael.
UBC Student Video Simply Amazing
This made was made by some UBC students who wanted to one-up some other Universities who did the same thing. Mission accomplished.
AJA Ki Pro Mini and Time code
I’ve discovered something about AJA’s Ki Pro Mini that perhaps even AJA might not be aware of. If you have the device hooked up to the PMW EX1R or the PMW EX3 via SDI and have these cameras set to TIME OF DAY time code generation the device will…… more after the jump
H.264 from Mac to Web
One of the best video formats available today for all kinds of applications is H.264. Even though it’s primarily a delivery codec there are cameras such as Canon’s DSLR line that uses it for acquisition. Why? Because it’s a great lightweight (small file size) codec with superior quality. H.264′s most common use is for the
Read More →
iPhone Tracker
Here’s an interesting bit of information: did you know that since Apple brought out their newest iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch operating system IOS v.4 there is now a file on your device that logs in detail everywhere you’ve been? Apple says it uses the information to better tailor your “user experience” by targeting you with advertising based
Read More →
BCPVA Video Innovation Awards at NAB 2011
The BC Professional Videographers Association is proud to present 2011 VIA awards to the following companies: Adobe – Adobe Production Premium CS5.5 Atomos – Atomos Ninja Blackmagic Design – ATEM Television Studio K-Tek – Norbert Sport Sony – NEX-FS100 The BCPVA Video Innovation Award was awarded by BCPVA delegate and Past-President, Shawn Lam, at
Read More →
K-Tek wins 2011 BCPVA VIA Award for Norbert Sport
Las Vegas, Nevada, April 15, 2011 The British Columbia Professional Videographers Association is proud to present K-Tek with the 2011 BCPVA Video Innovation Award for the Norbert Sport. The 2011 BCPVA VIA was presented to Brenda Parker, President K-Tek, by BCPVA delegate Shawn Lam, at NAB 2011. K-Tek’s Norbert Camera Mounting System is a rock-solid
Read More →
Blackmagic Design ATEM Television Studio – 2011 BCPVA VIA Award
Las Vegas, Nevada, April 18, 2011 The British Columbia Professional Videographers Association is proud to present Blackmagic Design with the 2011 BCPVA Video Innovation Award for the ATEM Television Studio. The 2011 BCPVA VIA was presented to Grant Petty, CEO Blackmagic Design, by BCPVA delegate Shawn Lam, at NAB 2011. “The Blackmagic Design ATEM
Read More →
Adobe Production Premium CS5.5 2011 BCPVA VIA award
Las Vegas, Nevada, April 18, 2011 The British Columbia Professional Videographers Association is proud to present Adobe with the 2011 BCPVA Video Innovation Award for Adobe Production Premium CS5.5. The 2011 BCPVA VIA was presented to Ginna Baldassarre, Adobe Sr. Product Manager and Bill Roberts, Adobe Director of Product Managament, by BCPVA delegate Shawn Lam,
Read More →
Gemini 4:4:4 Solid State recorder – NAB2011
Sony 11 – 16 Variable Prime Lens – NAB2011
April Newsletter
April Newsletter 2011 This month we are meeting on Monday Meeting Date: Monday April 18, 2011 Meeting Time: 6:30 Sharp – PLEASE BE ON TIME Meet & Greet: 6:15 pm, Refreshments available Place: MetroTown Center, Sears Community Room Feature Presentation Shawn Lam NAB 2011 Shawn is going to NAB 2011 in Las Vegas.
Read More →
March Newsletter
March Newsletter 2011 Meeting Date: Wednesday March 16, 2011 Meeting Time: 6:30 Sharp Meet & Greet: 6:15 pm, Refreshments available Place: MetroTown Center, Sears Community Room Feature Presentation Josh Rimer YouTube – marketing tactics Josh Rimer is a YouTube Partner with
Read More →
Camera wanted!!
PLEASE CONTACT RONNIE DIRECTLY…. I’m looking for something on par with a Panasonic HMC40 or a Sony Z1U. Ronnie Novak catseyevideo@shaw.ca
Atomos Ninja 2011 BCPVA VIA award
Las Vegas, Nevada, April 15, 2011 The British Columbia Professional Videographers Association is proud to present Atomos with the 2011 BCPVA Video Innovation Award for the Atomos Ninja. The 2011 BCPVA VIA was presented to Atomos founders, Jeromy Young and Ian Overliese, by BCPVA delegate Shawn Lam, at NAB 2011. “2011 will be remembered as
Read More →
SONY NEX-FS100 2011 VIA Award
Las Vegas, Nevada, April 12, 2011 The British Columbia Professional Videographers Association is proud to present Sony with the 2011 BCPVA Video Innovation Award for the Sony NEX-FS100. The 2011 BCPVA VIA was presented to Jeff Ibbotson, Senior Vice President, Professional Solutions Group, by BCPVA delegate Shawn Lam, at NAB 2011. The NEX FS100 is
Read More →
WordCamp:Developers is looking for a videographer
WordCamp:Developers is looking for a videographer to partner with in documenting the event for publication on the web. Great opportunity for marketing and broad exposure. WordCamp:Developers is a one day design and development conference in Vancouver, BC, Canada on May 5th, 2011. The conference will have two main tracks – one for developers and one
Read More →
HD to SD
Lately I’ve been asked by videographers and editors how to get a good standard definition version from a high definition master. This task continues to frustrate a lot of people to the point that they would rather avoid the problem entirely by shooting and delivering in SD. This is fine if you never want to
Read More →
POST-PRODUCTION FACILITIES
10. Video Postproduction Services Percentage decrease: 24.9 percent With digital technology now the industry standard, video postproduction services have struggled over the last few years. The new technology has made jobs like editing, cutting and animating much less labor intensive. 43.2 percent of postproduction companies have closed since 2000. Credit: IBISWorld
An extreme stop-motion video
Here’s a link to stop motion video that quite amazing….enjoy….
Announcing Lifetime Heritage Films
As many of you are probably already aware the two Techno Monkey’s have grown to the point of forming two new video businesses. Lifetime Heritage Films is being run by myself, John Romein, and I will be focusing on “preserving priceless memories” through media transfers, Life Stories, and Biographies out of our Port Coquitlam office.
Read More →
Business Open House / Networking Event
Techno Monkey Media Inc has moved into a new waterfront office in downtown New Westminster! We’re really excited, and we’re hosting a networking open house and we are inviting industry professionals! Why should you come to this networking event? We are going to be offering some great deals and free food! It’s a great opportunity
Read More →
Subscribe to Posts by RSS
Subscribe to Comments by RSS
Login
Submit a Post
Click here to submit an article / post / idea / discussion topic / item for saleHome | Hire | Join | Contact | Sitemap
Copyright © 2010 BC Professional Videographers Association - Vancouver, BC Canada
Vancouver Videographer | Vancouver Video Production | Vancouver Videography
Site developed by the small business doer
Bad Behavior has blocked 201 access attempts in the last 7 days.