Dance Videography

Overview

Since 2002 I’ve documented dance and site specific performances in Chicago. I particularly enjoy the challenge of working in unconventional venues and remote locations. I’m also well-versed in recording in standard, proscenium theaters. I've worked on Dance Films and shot video pieces for use during live performances. I also specialize in Steadicam videography for dance and other movers.

Details

For Dance Companies I offer a discounted rate for productions that will be presented on multiple days (minimum of 3). I will work at this reduced rate providing I have the flexibility to choose which show to document. This rate includes up to 80 minutes of recording time. In most cases I will preview a dress rehearsal before recording a performance, however this is contingent upon my availability.

Coverage

Currently I document live events with a Panasonic HMC150 camera which records high definition video to SD cards. Post-performance I can transfer the raw video files to your laptop computer or a USB thumb drive. For clean sound mixes I route audio directly from a mixing board to the camera whenever possible. I also use wireless mics or remote audio recorders to improve the sound quality of live music or vocals.

Venues

In Chicago I frequently shoot events at Links Hall Studio, Hamlin Park Theater and Ruth Page Center for the Arts as well as occasional shows at The Athenaeum and The MCA.

Dance Documentation - Single Show Recording Rates

• Standard Rate (up to 4 hours on location).
  The $300 rate applies when locking in a specific shooting date. Includes up to 80 minutes of recording time.

$300.00

• Discount Rate
  The $250 rate applies for shows occurring on 3 or more nights for which I have the option of choosing which show to document.

$250.00

• Additional Recording
  For shows with performance times exceeding 80 minutes in length there’s an additional $50 charge, covering up to a total of 2 hours of performance time.

$50.00

• Post Production
  Pricing options for basic editing and DVD authoring.

Post Production

• Shipping of Files
  Most clients choose to swing by my studio to transfer files or to transfer them directly to their computer after a performance. If you’d like me to provide a USB thumb drive and ship the files, there is an additional charge.

$20.00

• Shipping of Hard Drives
  If you’d like to provide me with a hard drive for your files, I can have that available for pick up or ship it to you. Shipping via Priority Mail with Delivery Confirmation is $10.

$10.00

• Performance Films
  I also shoot material for choreographer and performer demo reels and make customized performance documents which can be recorded in remote locations and shot Film Style (shooting multiple takes from a variety of angles). Inquire for details if you are interested in making a Performance Film or shooting a demo/promo reel.

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Carl with BONEdanse|Breakbone DanceCo (left: Mindy Meyers & right: Atalee Judy) on location for the "Mudwoman" video shoot. Photo by Suzanne Dado.