I propose we decide on standard job titles so we, and everyone we work with can have similar language when in conversation about who does what. I find myself having to say things like: "the Movi operator… no, the one on the transmitter… no, not the focus transmitter… the guy holding the rig!" So, that's an exaggeration, but you get my point! Here are the naming conventions that seem most natural to me: • Gimbal Operator - pan/tilt operator. Or could refer to them as the "sticks operator" but that seems more like industry slang. Maybe clients wouldn't get it. • 1st AC - focus puller (could also just call him/her focus puller, but for years I've thought that sounded weird) • MōVI Operator - person physically operating the rig. Title applies to both majestic and dual-operator modes. Does anyone have any suggestions or comments?
Austin, good idea! My vote is for: 1-gimble op 2-Remote op Leave the word MōVI out so it doesn't cause confusion.
MōVI Operator - Person Carrying the MōVI MōVI Remote Operator - Person operating the remote controls This is typically what we use.
Well there you have it, folks! My only concern would be that both terms use the words MōVI and Operator in them. But if it works it works. If we stick to it, then there won't be any confusion. I'd rather use official titles anyway.
my 2 cents maybe this sounds more Pro and in line with filmmaking history. The person carrying the camera sort of reminds me of a camera grip. - MOVI GRIP the person operating the remote is more like the camera operator. MOVI operator/DP the person focusing could be the MOVI CA or Focus puller
I think MOVI definetly deserves a stab into the lexicon, as a first mover in this field. It's like the word 'google' or 'xerox'. lets MOVI that shot.
I don't thin the word MōVI is needed when you speak about it in terms of who is controlling what part of it.
Justin, your missing the point, "MoVI" is a new term but it needed to set the standard. When you bring in the"Steadicam" everyone know what your talking about, MoVI should be thought of the same way. We need to set the bar high, establish MoVI as it's own unique tool in the industry. In the next 12 months, we as operators will either create a new service/position in the production world that is needed and respected or we will give it away and just be last years gimmick. We all need to promote it as much as possible.
Maybe we're just misunderstanding each other. When I'm communicating with the director, I want simplicity. I'm not saying to never say the word MōVI on set, hahah, just not using it to confuse the movement and operators. It will always be a "MōVI shot" and not just a shot. That's a given.