Patel began his career in the television industry in 1978 where he worked for the BBC in White City, London. For the past 39 years, Patel has found the changes in technology and television entertainment compelling enough to keep him interested and excited about what he does. He has always worked primarily as an engineer and most recently has worked with several DPs on Beyonce, Taylor Swift, Pearl Jam, the iTunes Film Festival in London and the first ever LIVE Snickers commercial for Super bowl 2017 in 4k. Patel’s interests outside of work include enjoying the national parks, camping, volleyball, soccer and hiking.
Tracy Leming is Imagecraft’s General Manager. After 20+ years in the TV industry Tracy has done everything from front desk reception to rental agent. Tracy enjoys her job, loves her clients, and is excited to be at Imagecraft. Tracy moved from a small town in Northern California to the Los Angeles area in 1997. In her spare time Tracy likes to garden, travel, paint furniture, and play softball. She also enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Tracy is especially close to her two children, Kourtnee and Brandon, and has a boxer named Dude.
Jason Been is the Owner and President of Imagecraft Productions. Jason has been in the television production industry for over 20 years. He started his career in San Diego working sporting events with the San Diego Chargers and San Diego Padres. He soon met Robin Hirsch and Gar Smith, Co-Founders of Imagecraft Productions. He moved to LA to work with Robin and Gar and ended up on staff with Imagecraft full time. Jason eventually took ownership of Imagecraft and has continued to build it into one of LA’s best production equipment rental houses.
Efren Navarro is one of Imagecraft Productions’ shop techs. Efren is a born and raised Californian who has been in the entertainment industry for over 15 years. Efren has experience working with cameras, lenses, operating switcher boards, working as a lighting tech and grip. Efren is hands on and face to face with clients on a daily basis at Imagecraft. He knows the importance of good customer service and works hard to make sure Imagecraft’s clients are happy and have what they need.
Nick Casas has been working in rental houses for over 10 years. Nick works alongside his brother Jason Casas and Efren Navarro building, shipping, and receiving equipment for clients. Nick loves to play golf and enjoys spending as much time with his family as possible.
Jason “JC” Casas started working in production as a driver in 2008. He really enjoys the fast pace work flow of a shop and learning about the new innovative equipment. After working at several rental houses around LA, JC found his way to Imagecraft. “This is my fourth year with Imagecraft and I love the small family feel of the office.” Being a shop tech is something he finds challenging and rewarding day in and day out. JC loves a great game of golf, shooting firearms, playing slow pitch softball, fishing, and spending any chance he gets with family.
Rob Dietze graduated from University of Central Florida with degrees in Film, Radio and Television. He began his career working at Universal Studios Florida as a Live Show Technical Director, Weapons Tech, and Pyro Tech. In 2001, Rob moved to Los Angeles where he began doing freelance production work. Rob met Jason while working on ‘Supernanny‘ as a First AC and Technical Coordinator. In 2011 Rob made the move from freelance to staff as Imagecraft’s Camera Engineer.
In a land where the evil Emperor K-os reigns, one girl embarks on a journey to restore order, schedules, and the integrity of math for the people of the land, The Crew. Meet Lindsay. Lindsay was just an average A+ student at Miami University of Ohio double-majoring in communication and interactive media studies, working 2 part time jobs, and playing softball. Until one day, she saw an ad for Miami’s film club… and everything changed. After dipping her toe in as Director of Programming for the region’s first international film festival, she dove in to every film/commercial/doc project available and gradually realized she wasn’t the same as the other kids. Her skills were unlike anything they’d ever seen. She could itemize budgets, locate large crews, color-coordinate spreadsheets, and manipulate a scheduling matrix with the swiftness of a ninja through the shadows. After graduating early, she tried to hide her abilities and disguised herself as a mindless PA at a local news station, but the calling was too strong and the world needed her. In 2010, she headed to LA in search of a challenge. Her pilgrimage took her from freelance PA to Coordinator to Manager, through the realms of Film, Livestreaming, Music Videos and Commercials until she arrived in a foggy, rule-defying land called Reality TV. In 2011, she discovered a time portal that took her to Imagecraft. There she found a properly equipped battle station where she continues to coordinate her plans. Will she ever defeat her lifelong nemesis, K-os? Will she find the enduring strength to do battle with his minions, The Producers? Will she become the hero we need? Now playing in a Burbank rental house near you.
Ben Fuller is originally from small town Massachusetts, and moved to LA in 2004 to pursue acting. He started at Imagecraft in 2006, and transitioned pretty early on from runner to shop tech, and shortly after to shop manager. Ben is now Imagecraft’s Rentals Manager. “Getting to deal with clients on a daily basis is a good place for me. I still maintain open lines of communication with the shop staff, which has evolved quite a bit since my days in the trenches.” Ben is a huge Boston sports fan, a karaoke junkie, and is always up for an adventure.
Mark Alexander has been in the TV industry since 1980. Mark started his career at B.E.R.C. as a driver, and landed here at Imagecraft Productions 37 years later. Mark’s experience in the industry ranges from delivery driver, to Sound Operator, to Director of Field Operations, and eventually to his position here at Imagecraft as Strategic Account Manager. Mark has been married to his wife Kelli for 35+ years. They have 2 kids and a miniature dachshund named Cool. He loves wine tasting, plays in a dodge ball league, and is an avid reader of history and non-fiction books. He’s even a single digit golfer…sometimes.
Gene Duggan has worked for Imagecraft Productions since 2012. Gene started his career in the TV production industry in 1990 at B.E.R.C., working his way from equipment delivery driver to operations manager. Gene is now Imagecraft’s Director of Sales and Business Development. At work, Gene’s number one priority is his clients and their productions. In his spare time, Gene enjoys spending time with his wife and two sons and playing golf, softball, and basketball.
PANASONIC AJ-HDX900
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This full 2/3″ DVCPRO HD camcorder records pristine 100Mbps HD images in any of 11 video formats, encompassing 60Hz and 50Hz production. The versatile, cost-effective camera provides higher-quality 4:2:2 intra-frame recording that holds up through layers of special effects, graphic overlays and constant editing and processing. Collaboration and content exchange are essential in sports production, cable shows and reality TV; and nothing maintains the original image integrity and sound quality like DVCPRO HD.
FEATURES:
DVCPRO HD Codec
Thanks to a low compression ratio at a bit rate of 100 Mbps (1080/59.94i, 720/59.94p) along with the easy-to-edit intraframe compression system, DVCPRO HD is suitable for recording fast-moving subjects with no motion artifacts whatsoever, making it ideal for slow-motion capture. The 4:2:2 sampling rate minimizes jaggies at chroma edges and is advantageous in image compositing. Sound quality is excellent as well, thanks to uncompressed 16-bit, 4-channel digital audio recording capability.
Professional Camera Features
The camera features almost every conceivable input, including HD-SDI. Serial Digital Interface (SDI) allows users to output and view digital video without any digital to analog conversion. This can be used for both recording and display purposes, providing the highest quality signal possible. The standard 2/3″ bayonet mount allows cinematographers to change lenses depending on budget and application.
Advanced Digital Signal Processor
The AG-HDX900’s advanced digital signal processor uses 14-bit A/D conversion and 19-bit inner processing to attain unprecedented accuracy. With performance equivalent to processors used in many higher-end HD cameras, the AG-HDX900 delivers beautiful images in 1080i and 720p video formats.
Filmlike Gamma Curve
Panasonic included a gamma curve that further emulates the gamma look of film, making the camera ideal for dramatic and documentary work.
Digital Super Gain
The camera has the ability to function at incredibly high gain levels without compromising image quality, up to 62 dB!
Product Manuals
Specifications
Signal System:
1080/60i, 30p, 24p
1080/50i, 25p
720/60p, 30p, 24p
720/50p, 25p<
Image Device: 2/3″ 3CCD
Lens: None
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 54dB
Horizontal Resolution: 700 TV Lines
Sensitivity: F10 at 2000 lux
Minimum Illumination: 0.032 Lux @ 36dB, 20dB, 6dB
Vertical Smear: Not Specified By Manufacturer
Built-in Filters:
CC: Cross, 3200K, 4300K, 6300K
ND: Clear, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64
LCD Monitor: No
Viewfinder: 20-Pin, B/W, NTSC/PAL Switchable 1
Scan Matching: Yes
Different Ranges for Different Record Modes
Memory Card Slot: SD Memory Cards for Scene-File Sharing
Shutter Speed Range: 1/60 (50Hz), 1/100 (59.94Hz), 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000 sec and HALF
Gain Selection: 0-18dB Range
VTR
Tape Format: Not Applicable
Tape Speed:
60i: 67.640 mm/s
50i: 67.708 mm/s
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Not Specified By Manufacturer
Maximum Recording Time: 33 min
AUDIO
Audio Dynamic Range: 85dB
Audio Signal Format: 16 bit/48kHz Four Channels
Audio Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio: Not Specified By Manufacturer
INPUTS/OUTPUTS:
Composite: BNC (x1 Output)
Component: D4 Terminal (x1 Output)
SDI/HD-SDI: BNC (x1 Output)
Timecode: BNC (x1 Input, x1 Output)
FireWire: 6-Pin
DC Power: XLR (x1 Input, x1 Output)
Remote: 10-Pin
Lens: 12-Pin
EVF: 20-Pin
USB 2.0: 4-Pin (Type-B)
Microphone: XLRx2 (x1 Input)
Analog Audio: XLRx2 (x1 Input)
Line Out: Pin Jack
Headphone: 3.5mm Stereo Mini Jack
Wireless: 25pin D-Sub
POWER
Power Requirements: 12VDC (11 – 17V)
Power Consumption: 36W
Operating Temperature: 32-104F (0-40C)
SIZE:
5.1″ x 10.7″ x 13″
130 x 272 x 330 mm
WEIGHT:
Body Only: 9.9 lb (4.5kg)
During Operation: 16.7 lb (7.6kg)
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