High Definition Video Production

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Why does your work stand out from others who do what you do?

High definition video used to be out of reach for most small businesses, and sometimes thought to be too fancy for medium businesses. Now that video has become so important for sales and marketing, it is refreshing to have a company like SWaT Production providing cost-effective HD video production on a budget.

What do you like most about your job?

There's not much that compares to when a client gets emotional while viewing the final product. They feel like they can almost reach out and touch the friends and family members. They relive the moment like they traveled back in time to that very day. Their memories will be strong and vivid for generations.

What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?

"Can I get a quote?" It is very important to have all the details about your project needs in order to provide a reasonable range of cost. The more I know about what you are trying to achieve, the more accurate my quote will be. I do not like surprising the customer with extra costs down the road. If you know your budget, I can tell you what to expect for that amount. So, if I know either the budget or the details, I can get to the other.

If you were a customer, what do you wish you knew about your trade? Any inside secrets to share?

Many consumer and prosumer video cameras do not provide the bandwidth necessary to produce a consistent-quality, high definition video stream. However, most discount wedding videographers are using that very equipment. While it gets the job done, for only a few dollars more you can get a final product that exceeds your expectations.

What do you wish customers knew about you or your profession?

I've been in the Information Technology (I.T.) industry since 1982. The increasing demands for technical expertise in the field of all-digital video has grown exponentially with the advent of high definition and its accompanying increase in digital warehousing capacity requirements. It's hard to comprehend the amount of data that must be crunched when processing and storing HD video.

What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

Beware of the deal that seems too good to be true. Your provider should be answering your questions fully, they should be forthcoming and up front with what affects cost, and they should be honestly telling you how easy or difficult some aspects of your production might be. Basically, you should be comfortable trusting them with your important project, and it always helps your confidence when your provider not only offers a complete money-back guarantee, but refuses to even accept anything other than a nominal deposit before you are happy with the results. Now THAT is assurance you can count on!

How did you decide to get in your line of work?

When Sony began to manufacture the PMW-EX1 line of all-digital high definition video cameras to compete with the Panasonic P2-based cameras, I knew the technology had finally arrived where I would be comfortable starting a business with equipment that produces professional results on a budget. I wanted to bring the high quality that HD video brings to those that traditionally might not be able to afford it. The level of satisfaction to those customers is phenomenal.

Tell us about a recent job you did that you are particularly proud of.

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I provided high definition video production for a U.S. Navy serviceman memorial service in 2009. I was honored to help create a vivid, lasting memory of a great American and true patriot. Our military provides a peace of mind that many take for granted. I appreciate their sacrifice which allows me to peacefully provide these HD video services to others.

If you have a complicated pricing system for your service, please give all the details here.

We have some standard wedding videography packages starting from $750, but everything can be customized to your exact needs.

If you were advising someone who wanted to get into your profession, what would you suggest?

If you are already out shooting and editing video, and you love doing it without getting paid, then this may be the career choice you have always dreamed of. If you find a job with which you're absolutely passionate, you'll never work another day in your life! While very demanding, high definition video production has many tremendous rewards and benefits.

Friend Reviews

• Bob – July 15, 2010

  

  Tim really took the time to fully explain everything. We had a lot of questions. It was nice to know we didn't have to worry and could concentrate on each other during our special day. It turned out awesome! Thanks to Tim and his team!