camera crane

He also began operating telescopic camera cranes through Panavision, which he continued for the next decade.

Some grips may specialize in operating camera dollies or camera cranes.

There are many types of camera cranes, most being a counterbalanced arm on a pivot, whilst others are hydraulic.

During the last few years, camera cranes have been miniaturized and costs have dropped so dramatically that most aspiring film makers have access to these tools.

To shoot the foot chase in Siena in April 2008 four camera cranes were built in the town, and a cable camera was also used.

The Grip in charge of operating the camera dollies and camera cranes is called the Dolly Grip.

It is a Grip's task to create shadow effects with lights and occasionally maneuver camera cranes, dollies and platforms while receiving direction from the Cinematographer.

Camera cranes go back to the dawn of movie-making, and were frequently used in silent films to enhance the epic nature of large sets and massive crowds.

On his return to the center of the room, where he noisily concentrates his tap barrage, the camera cranes down to discover Rogers in bed, awake and irritated.

Many nonunion shoots recognize these standards (such as the number of technicians and the training required to operate dangerous equipment like camera cranes or prop guns), but many do not.

The Panther GmbH is a film technical company situated in Oberhaching, Munich which developes and produces professional camera cranes and dollies.

Important camera operator skills include choreographing and framing shots knowledge of and the ability to select appropriate camera lenses, and other equipment (dollies, camera cranes, etc.) to portray dramatic scenes.