Event Itinerary
Select each day below to see what sessions are on at which times of day in the Live Event area on the Vitec stand at NAB 2012.
(Please note - sessions are subject to change)
If you would like any more information or have any questions about the Vitec Live event at NAB 2012, please contact us at Vitec.event@vitecgroup.com
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MONDAY APRIL 16
| 10:30am |
The Bui Brothers - "Dynamic film making for the 21st century" supported by ManfrottoThe Bui Brothers will show some of their latest work and discuss the latest developments in DSLR video, plus share their latest hot tips and techniques for 2012 
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| 11:30am |
David Linstrom - "How to shoot documentaries in extreme conditions" supported by SachtlerDavid will talk about his varied career shooting nature documentaries for National Geographic in extreme locations and conditions and share his latest tips and techniques for high quality documentary filming. 
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| 12:30pm |
Vincent Laforet - "Emerging technology and digital storytelling"Vincent will show his latest project Mobius, demonstrate effective use of the latest cameras such as the C300 and Epic in conjunction with the Vitec brands' supports/accessories, and discuss the latest trends in film making Register your interest |
| 2:00pm |
Bill Berner - "Pedestals versus dollies for multi-camera TV production"Bill will talk about budget and space savings in using pedestals rather dollies, showing their ability to do complex live moves and taling about his experience on a myriad of productions such as Sesame Street and the Cosby Show 
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| 3:00pm |
Jim Geduldick - "Practically digital - from cinematography to post" supported by OConnorJim will discuss the latest aspects of cinematography and post/visual effects:- how the lines of on set and post are melding as both the production gear and post/vfx gear become much more tangible to content creators than ever before. 
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| 4:00pm |
Tom Morrod - "How will wireless camera systems cope with bandwidth issues?" supported by RF Central, Nu Comm, Microwave Service CompanyDiscussion on how bandwidth issues will always be relevant for wireless camera systems. Upgrade paths, capacity, protocols are all key infrastructure questions here underlying how services such as 3D or higher resolution HD are handled going forward. 
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TUESDAY APRIL 17
| 10:30am |
Steve Mulkey and guests - Addressing the biggest polluter in filming - legacy lighting - panel discussion, supported by litepanelsSteve Mulkey will host a panel to discuss this issue and take questions from the audience:- ....Panelists include Park Warne - President, Park Place Studio - Pittsburgh, Brady Dreasler - Director of Capital, Facilities, and Engineering, The Quincy Companies and Brent Richard - Operations Manager, KTVN CBS2 - Reno 
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| 11:30am |
Bill Frakes - Introducing the SYMPLA – a new range of camera supports from ManfrottoBill Frakes will introduce the new Manfrotto supports range (which he also helped to design) - SYMPLA, and talk about its new design and special features
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| 12:30pm |
Philip Bloom - "Getting the right gear for digital film making"Philip Bloom has been shooting for 23 years in News and Documentary. He will be talking about the importance of choosing the right gear to compliment your kit, without breaking the bank. Register your interest |
| 2:00pm |
Vincent LaForet, Philip Bloom & Rodney Charters - Panel discussion and audience Q&A on the latest developments in digital filmmakingDiscussing what they think are the top 3 must do's and haves are this year for film makers, including a lively interactive Q&A session with the audience. Register your interest |
| 3:00pm |
Keith Blaisdell - "Teleprompting - future innovations in the studio" supported by AutoscriptChief engineer of an ABC news studio presents the recent mass rollout of Autosript prompters in his studio, discussing prompters, their importance, and why they chose Autoscript. 
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| 4:00pm |
Freddie Wong - "Lighting the online film making revolution" supported by LitepanelsFreddie will talk about his experience with high output viral marketing videos and short films both behind the scenes and in front of camera. Plus what equipment best helps him get the effects/visuals that he needs especially in terms of lighting.
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WEDNESDAY APRIL 18
| 10:30am |
Karen Walker - "Driving Revenue with broadcast robotics and augmented reality" Supported by Vinten RadamecA robotics and augmented reality presentation, starting with an introduction and Q&A on the live event stage, leading to the Vinten Radamec booth for a live demonstration. 
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| 11:30am |
David Finch - "Smart support choice for mobile power" supported by Anton BauerDavid is a pioneer in his field who has helped create the way sports are viewed on television today. David will speak on his past experience filming professional sporting events and how the mobile power provided by Anton/Bauer kept him running in the games critical moments. 
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| 12:30pm |
Rodney Charters - "The many faces of Rodney Charters"Rodney will talk about the large variety of projects he has done from art house movies to global smash TV series such as 24 and bringing the cinematic style to TV. He will also discuss the use of multiple C300s to shoot an intimate music performance both at the Bluebird club in Nashville and the Grand Ole Opry Register your interest |
| 2:00pm |
Doug Jensen - "How to set up awesome interview lighting with LED lights" supported by Litepanels & OconnorDoug will be demonstrating several tips and techniques from his new training DVD for Vortex media - "How to Set up and Shoot Awesome Interviews with LED Lights"
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| 3:00pm |
Daniel Schade - "Live demonstration of artemis - the handheld camera stabilizer system by Sachtler"Daniel Schade will be presenting a live demonstration of the functionality of the Artemis Handheld camera stabiliser system from Sachtler inviting the audience to trial the system onstage
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| 4:00pm |
Scott Nardelli - "Integrated optical network importance in managing large scale events - panel discussion" supported by BexelScott will host a number of senior figures in the outside/live broadcast industry including Bruce Goldfeder VP of engineering for CBS Sports, Mike Rokosa VP Operations NBA entertainment and Steven Thrap VP Broadcast Services Staples centre/Nokia to discuss the latest developments and issues facing this sector and invite questions from the audience 
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