PRODUCTION & POST NEWS
PRODUCTION & POST NEWS
MOVIETECH ADDS SCORPIO 17’ CRANE TO ITS GRIP INVENTORY
NANLUX RELEASES POWERFUL LOW-ENERGY EVOKE SPOTLIGHT
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ndependent camera, lens and grip specialist Movietech, has taken delivery of the new ServiceVision Scorpio 17’ telescopic crane system into the grip inventory at its Pinewood Studios base. The 17’ model features the same smoothness and high-precision performance of the Scorpio crane family, in both low and high-speed movements. The lightweight, modular design allows the crane to be quickly adjusted, without the need for any specialist tools. It can take payloads of 60Kg in underslung and 40Kg in overslung modes, and can be used for shooting car chases or large-scale interior sets. Movietech Grip recently also added a Multi Jib from Grip Factory Munich. Movietech’s John Buckley said, “We’ve been steadily investing over the past year to extend our grip department and offer one of the industry’s most expansive product ranges. The Scorpio 17’ is a great fit with our existing crane selection and an ideal companion to our range of grip and camera accessories.”
CVP APPOINTS NEW BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
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VP has appointed Camille Brayer to the newly-created role of business development manager, in response to increased demand for the company’s personalised services and support. Based out of CVP’s Newman House Showroom in Fitzrovia, Brayer is part of the team responsible for customer-facing experiences, which includes a concierge service, tailormade kit tours and bespoke technology demonstrations. Brayer joins CVP from Panavision off-shoot Direct Digital, where she held a wide-ranging brief that encompassed managing studio shoots, advising on the best choice of equipment for budgets and supporting demonstration. She balances this experience with an education
steeped in film – a BA in art and film from UEA in Norwich, and an MA in cinematography gained in NYC and LA. She has also been one of the CVP team tasked with spearheading routes back to production in the postlockdown period. Following its recent refurbishment, CVP’s London townhouse showroom, Newman House, is open for business by appointment, and regularly runs workshops and demonstrations. It has a refreshed look and newlyintroduced zones allowing visitors to explore their specific interests, allowing visitors to get hands-on with the latest technology solutions from
leading manufacturers such as ARRI, Red, Sony, Canon, Zeiss, Panasonic and Blackmagic Design. “Camille is an experienced and empathic account manager who has shown great awareness in prioritising client needs, and we are sure she will be an invaluable addition to the clientfacing ethos at CVP and the Newman House set-up,” said comments CVP MD Jon Fry.
PIXIPIXEL LURES GAFFER HOWARD DAVIDSON & ADDS NEW GENERATORS
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ondon-based camera/lighting rental house, Pixipixel, has added gaffer Howard Davidson to its account handling team. Davidson has worked in the industry for over 30 years, starting in New York in the 1980s, before moving to London in 2006, where his most recent lighting credits include The Colour Room, The Score, Dreaming Whilst Black and The F1rst Team, plus the Pixipixel-serviced productions After Love, Sky comedy The Reluctant Landlord and BBC’s series Famalam. Pixipixel has also added two new 200kW generator carriers, fuelled with HVO renewable diesel fuel, which are part of the company’s efforts to support production crews in reducing carbon emissions. The new 18-tonne vehicles have both single and threephase output combinations to support TV and film productions.
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ED lighting specialist Nanlux has launched the Evoke 1200 LED spotlight, a powerful, low-energy alternative to traditional sources, with an output comparable to that of a 1.8kW Par or 2.5kW HMI Fresnel. The IP54-rated Evoke 1200 has been designed specifically to meet the exacting requirements of cinematographers, live events, stills and broadcast professionals. At the heart of the system is a powerful COB delivering high levels of controllable, flicker-free light. Available as both 5600K and Tungsten 3200K models, the Evoke 1200 features an interchangeable optic system allowing it to be easily configured. The large aperture and sturdy fixings of the mounting system, allow users to quickly switch between optics, and to sculpt, shape and modify the output without compromising in beam quality, colour or intensity. The Evoke 1200 is fully-dimmable from 0-100% in ultra-precise intervals of 0.1%, and features a selection of on-board, creative effects including INT loop, flash, pulse, storm, TV,
paparazzi, candle/fire, bad bulb, firework, explosion and welding. User-settings and custom looks can be locked or stored for later use. The user interface has a 2.8-inch display to help provide precision control over all aspects of output. The Evoke supports both wired and wireless operation via Nanlink APP, DMX/RDM, Bluetooth and Lumenradio TimoTwo. Dual power and battery options further extend the flexibility of the system. Nanlux MD, Nancy Zheng, said, “The Evoke 1200 is an exciting development in the application of LED technology. Its incredible output and creative abilities make it a highlyeffective, truly versatile alternative to traditional sources.” Robert Kulesh, executive VP of Nanlux Americas added, “We are delighted to expand the range of Nanlux professional LED products with the addition of the Evoke 1200. The team has done a fantastic job in creating a luminaire which is able to not only compete, but to properly shine, in the marketplace.”
DYNAMIC RENTALS OPENS CHAPMAN/ EUROPEAN LOCATION IN LEIPZIG LEONARD INTRODUCES V SERIES DOLLIES
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ynamic Rentals has announced a new European location in Leipzig, Germany, adding to the company’s presence in Burbank, Atlanta, New York, Seattle, Chicago, Copenhagen, Ashford (UK), and Auckland. Like all other Dynamic locations, the new offices in Germany will stock ARRI, Sony, Codex, Fujinon, Chrosziel, Cooke, Zeiss, Leitz, Red, Canon and Angénieux, among other brands for sub-rental and leasing. Dynamic’s Leipzig premises offer technical, logistical and professional workspaces in an open and collaborative layout. Christian Pedersen, Dynamic’s director of sales for Europe, will take on more operational leadership responsibility within the German market and beyond. “With this new office the company has further committed to focus on the client experience in sub-rental,” said chief executive officer, Austin Rios. “What started as a search for a Brexit solution has blossomed into a fully-fledged office.” “Our recent growth gives us representation in five different countries, and with our Ashford office continuing to serve clients in the UK and beyond, this new path will allow us to become even faster and better at what we already do for Europe,” explained chief sales officer, Tom Jay Smith. “We explored many options, but ultimately decided the only way to ensure we continue to deliver well-serviced kit is to control the process entirely ourselves.” Brandon Zachary, Dynamic founder and COO, added, “Germany was always the frontrunner as our ideal location. Dynamic ships equipment all over the world every day and a huge portion of these shipments are transatlantic. Leipzig is the main DHL hub in Europe and we anticipate saving 24 hours on shipments allowing us to serve our clients more efficiently.”
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hapman/Leonard Studio Equipment has launched the new V Series Super PeeWee, Hustler and Hybrid dollies, offering updated designs and features based on customer feedback. The latest designs enhance production with a long-lasting battery system that gives up to eight hours of continuous use on a single charge. Other features include a USB outlet for charging mobile devices, such as cell phones and monitors mounted on the dolly. The V series dollies also have a stronger payload capacity, allowing more options for grips when it comes to mounting smaller crane arms. Several customers have benefited from using the V Series dollies on their productions. Joe Cassano, dolly grip on Walking Dead Monuments, commented, “The lithium battery is great, and I love to not be dependent on electricians for dolly bumps. Definitely a great feature!” Dolly grip, Eric Zucker, commented, “The Hybrid V is the best dolly I have ever pushed. It makes me look good with operators and DPs, even directors and producers. It is so versatile with independent wheels that can move around for getting in tight spots with stability. Its battery saves my butt on long takes and gives me unlimited monitor power. The heavy-duty arm is a game changer.”
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