As Live Unit: Project Update

Today we had a session with Hans and updated him as far as we could regarding the production. He came up with some really useful feedback. We're getting closer in finding out what our resources are for the studio, we have a lighting technician for 2 days prior to shoot for rigging and set-up. Hopefully we're getting the bands in for a rehearsal and set-up the day before so we can overcome any problems we may encounter sooner rather than later. 

Talking to Hans about lighting and for visual aesthetics, the idea of introducing another stage area for the acoustic act could be something to think about. I originally steered away from the idea of having multiple stages from being told the complications which could occur from doing so regarding sound and moving cameras. I've added in another stage in the plan for the CAFT team, the set isn't complicated so it shouldn't be an issue. I'm meeting with CAFT tomorrow morning at 10am to view the studio and discuss what we need. 

Regarding casting, I've managed to rope in a DJ I met at KMFM called Adam Dowling. He's very supportive of live unsigned music and had presenting skills. We're auditioning him Monday at 4pm to try out some presenting techniques and testing him in front of camera. We're doing the same for our female presenters on Tuesday. The bands will hopefully be confirmed by Monday. 

We looked at logo designs today. There were some very good ideas, but I've always loved Dan's guitar pic idea, it's exactly the simplicity I was looking for and can be very easily marketed. We just need to work on the font and get it polished up. I'm happy to work with one of the team to get it finished. 

In the studio we set-up an interview situation to test out our roles and see how well we communicate and work together. As we were short of people, I acted at P.A. and controlled timings and communicated shots to Lauren (director). Everyone worked well together I felt. We learned a lot, things should run more smoothly with cameras that are fully briefed and prepared in advanced. 

Also this week, I've been cable bashing for a JML shoot at the studios. The first rehearsal day was good in being able to talk to the crew and cameramen more and learn from their experience. There's always a variety of things to do in any production. So at first we were organising the products, the audience, then being responsible for the safety of the cameramen.. and fetching them coffee. The crew was lovely, it was a pleasure working with them all and seeing a production run so smoothly!

So there's lots to think about, hopefully I'm not missing anything. One of the next things to do after next week is to begin writing the script with Dean!