Director, Video Photographer, Camera Operator, Editor. Location: California, United States.
#FlashbackFriday #FBF Do you remember our Community Spotlight with Rich Prepuse?
Rich Prepuse is the owner and director of production company, Cine Guerrilla. “Specializing in run-and-gun, hi-def tactics and guerrilla visual acquisition, I direct and shoot for the company and also edit my own stuff. During any down time, I also enjoy working as a freelance camera operator for various companies and projects. It adds variety to my work so it’s not always the same thing.”
Biggest Challenge:
“One I can remember recently involved sound. It was an interview portion for a reality show. As my sound guy was pulling the gear out, he’d noticed the shotgun mic was missing from the audio case. Up until now the mic has never surfaced, but was in the bag before we arrived for the shoot. It was a weekend, after hours, and miles from any sign of help, or an ‘equipment rentals’ sign at that. Anyhow, the actors were in their places, my shot was lined up, the whole room was quiet. Everyone was waiting – what to do?”
Solution:
“Luckily, I always carried an extra handheld mic – not a shotgun mic – usually a cardioid stage/vocal mic, in my camera case which I use for quick unexpected interviews and ‘man on the streets’. We pulled it out, mounted it on the boom and rolled tape. The location was nice and quiet, so we were able to pick up some nice dialog. I framed it tight so the soundman was able to hold the boom closer to the subject without me seeing it on camera.”
Favorite Technique:
“I’ve always preferred using a remote zoom control if I were to shoot anything with any type of movement. When doing handheld, I like to use my monopod for extra stability, and it still gives me the ‘off the tripod’ look. Propping myself up against a tree or a wall is always best to get steady, handheld shots. Having a strong midsection such as core and abs are good to have for accomplishing steady shots.”
Favorite Tool:
Panasonic HVX200
Awards:
Won a 2004 Classic Telly Award as a Video Editor.
Interests:
Mountain biking, off-road quad riding, basketball, Filipino martial arts, digital photography.
Filmography includes:
K1 Speed Irvine Commercial (2008) by Geobeats – Director, Camera.
The Counter Burger Commercial (2008) by Geobeats – Director, Camera.
‘Tambang’ Music Video (2008) by Cine Guerrilla – Producer, Editor.
The Tantric Master (2008) by Penny King Prods – Editor.
How to Remove Gum from the Bottom of Your Shoes (2008) by Howcast – Director, Camera, Editor.
Super Door Stop (2008) by T3 Productions – DP, Camera Op, Editor.
APB2000 (2005) by Diamond Pictures – DP, Camera Op, Editor.
Realty Access TV (2004) by Media Connection, Inc. – Director, Camera, Editor.
MediPlus TV Spot 1 (2004) by Media Connection, Inc. – Director, DP, Editor.
Roughnex Instruction (2004) by ME Entertainment – Director, Editor.
Continuing the Legacy (2004) by MBI/BNSF Railways (2004 Telly Award-Winning Documentary) – Editor.
Making the Concert (2003) Narleen Kristel Music Studios – Camera, Editor.
Tomorrow’s Divas (2003) Narleen Kristel Music Studios – DP, Camera, Editor.
APFTrade Show Commercial (2003) JMJ Productions – Director, Editor.
Cheat! (2003) by G4 Network – Camera Operator.
Off Road & RV Show (2002) by Griffin Entertainment – Camera Operator.
ASP Xtreme (2002) by Griffin Entertainment – Camera Operator.
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