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Sam Baumel is an independent creative producer based in New York City with over a decade of experience producing video and virtual reality experiences. His collaborations include projects with Sonos, Google, Adidas, YMCA, Javits Center & the U.S. Army as well as passion project music videos, experimental dance films and documentaries with nonprofits. He has traveled extensively around the world wit...
Sam Baumel is an independent creative producer based in New York City with over a decade of experience producing video and virtual reality experiences. His collaborations include projects with Sonos, Google, Adidas, YMCA, Javits Center & the U.S. Army as well as passion project music videos, experimental dance films and documentaries with nonprofits. He has traveled extensively around the world with various productions and his work has been showcased at film festivals and gallery exhibitions.
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1:1 Coaching
1 hour
Virtual
All Levels
Wrap your head around 360/180 VR filmmaking with hands on instruction from an industry veteran. As a filmmaker who cares about story and characters, you possess an unique skill set that will shape the artistic and commercial output of virtual reality productions. You also possess a competitive advantage because you understand the flow of production and crew etiquette.
In our coaching session we will discuss the tools, techniques and opportunities available for you to leverage on your particular VR production. We can weigh the pros and cons of different equipment options and shooting formats as well as explore insights for what kinds of scenes will translate well in the 360/VR environment. Our session can also include a review of stitching & editing techniques. Get connected with the resources and talent in my sphere that will be perfect for your next gig. Confidently walk away from our coaching session ready to get on set and redefine virtual reality.
Topics:
- Composition of the immersive frame
- Blocking actions for spherical scenes
- Achieving dynamic shots
- Mounting techniques for drones, cars, bikes, boats, planes, RC vehicles and skydivers
- Pitching VR as a value-add to existing Flat/2D productions
- VR live streaming
- Tips for ingest, edit and export
- Suggested plugins and specific software to level up
- Access to private forum for present and future alumni
These are the times the instructor is typically available for coaching sessions.
Business Hours M-F + some evenings and weekends
Overall Sam was a pleasure to deal with -- quick communication and all gear was as described and in great condition. Will be renting from Sam again in the future.
January 2016
Great experience, highly recommend renting from Sam B!
Sam was the best. He helped me out in a pinch and was extremely flexible with my time sensitivity. I'll most definitely be renting from him again! Thank you, Sam!
March 2016
Sam's gear was perfect and he was super easy to deal with. Highly recomended
March 2016
First time I rented from Sam, his rig was excellent. We'll be renting from him again.
March 2016
Sam was very easy to work with, extremely accommodating and just a great guy. No question people should rent his equipment!
April 2016
Sam was great, very clear with communication and very flexible for pick up and return! Thank you!
April 2016
Awesome dude, sociable, chill and his gear is in perfect condition. Will rent from him again as soon as it's needed.
June 2016
Sam is always responsive and accommodating. Bought a replacement part for me when it went missing on a shoot.
June 2016
Sam was great! Would love to rent to again. Five stars.
Great experience renting with Sam! He took the extra time, care and effort to ensure I understood how to setup and operate the equipment.
Great experience renting from Sam!! Would recommend renting from him.
June 2016
Cool Dude. Gldecam works great. Will definitely rent from him again
July 2016
It was great renting from Sam. Excellent quality of equipment. Would highly recommend for future use.
July 2016
Sam was awesome. He took time to walk me through the pieces of the kit and made himself available for convenient pickup and return.
October 2016
It was an amazing experience working with Sam!
DJI Ronin-M 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer
October 2016
Always a pleasure working with Sam!
DJI Ronin-M 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer
December 2016
Another great experience renting with Sam. Great communication, ultra-reliable, highly recommended!
February 2017
Sam was great! Incredibly flexible with delivery and pick up. Item was perfect and as expected.
February 2017
Sam's gear is always impeccable. He did an emergency delivery twice for me to accommodate my schedule. Seriously boss.
February 2017
Sam's gear is impeccable. He's super generous with his knowledge and flexibility on delivery.
February 2017
Thank you so much for helping me out last minute!
Sam is the best! Thanks for being so flexible with the pickup and return times. Definitely recommend him!
Great to work with!
Amazing experience! Equipment worked great and Sam is the man!
All around excellent experience.
Sam was a joy to rent from!
Insta360 Pro Spherical VR 360 8K Camera
September 2017
Sam is the man. Great tripod!
Great renting this lens from Sam. He was quick to respond, especially as it was a last-minute rental, and very accommodating about pick up and drop off details. I highly recommend renting from him.
Sam was accommodating with my tight pickup schedule and made renting a breeze! The tripod is immaculate and perfect for cameras from DSLRs up to the FS7 I used it for.
Great rental experience!
Easy to work with, no complaints, highly recommended!
Sachtler 1011 System Ace L MS CF Tripod Head and Legs
December 2017
Sam was super responsive and very helpful. He's a great person to rent from.
December 2017
Sam was super helpful. I came to him with a detailed request and he went out of his way to fulfill it. Users like Sam help make this service great.
Thanks again!
January 2018
Sam was really accommodating and communicated how to get the lens to me in a short time. Great lens.
Great gear, functioned perfectly and included useful batteries, mounts, tools, and a monopod. Sam was very knowledgeable and experienced on the gear, and also flexible with pick up and return times
Insta360 Pro Spherical VR 360 8K Camera
April 2018
The Crane 2 handled my 5DmarkIV with ease. Such a fun little gimbal. Appreciate Sam’s flexibility with pickup and drop off. Always a great experience renting from him!
April 2018
Sam was great, very flexible, and went out of his way to make sure I had everything I needed
Great package for run and gun 360 filmmaking
It was great experience. Great communication as well.
Sam was great. excellent with communication and was very helpful when I found myself in a tight bind! Would rent again!
Sam is awesome! Great lens - great experience!
Pickup and dropoff was super easy and Sam was really helpful in explaining some tips of using the mic - worked like a charm for a last-minute shoot need.
Sennheiser G3 Wireless lav microphone
July 2018
AMAZING! NOW I CANT LIVE WITHOUT ONE! And Sam was so helpful showing me how to use!
August 2018
Easy and friendly!
Sam and his Oculus Go were great. We were able to communicate efficiently and effectively in the time leading up to the rental period. I was able to successfully receive and drop off the equipment with no issue. Two thumbs up.
October 2018
Sam was super nice and easy going, and the gimbal was in great condition and performed exactly as expected. He even threw in the dual handle grip and the extra grip arm for monitors.
Would definitely rent from Sam again!
October 2018
Excellent to rent from and easy
Insta360 Pro Spherical VR 360 8K Camera
November 2018
Product was in great condition. Pick up and delivery was a smooth.
November 2018
Excellent quality lav, definitely booking again!
Sennheiser G3 Wireless lav microphone
December 2018
Sam made the rental experience easy, professional, and brisk. He was knowledgeable and responsive. His gear was in perfect order and was easily picked up and returned at whatever hour served my needs. Sam has it totally dialed in.
December 2018
Sam was awesome to deal with throughout - very responsive to all my queries, since I hadnt used several of the pieces of equipment before, and very efficient and flexible for pickup and dropoff. He even gave me a carrying case for all the gear, which made things very easy to manage. Would love to rent from him again. Thanks Sam!
Sam was full of great information. 2 hours just the tip of the iceberg for this subject matter. I wish he had a one-day or two-day intensive.
March 2019
Sam's workshop is inspiring and packed with practical information that you can implement in your practice/work. Plus there is added value in joining his slack group and staying engaged with business practices and sharing information. Whether you are starting your own business or established and growing - this workshop is applicable.
March 2019
Absolutely worth it. Tons of really useful info - highly organized and insightful. For anyone looking to improve their skills in the business side of filmmaking.
March 2019
Fantastic class! Sam is a terrific instructor and very generous in his tips and tricks! Upped my game as soon as I walked out the door.
May 2019
Sam was great to work with, good communication, and gear was treated well.
Dana Dolly portable kit w/ Speed Rail
June 2019
Sam was flexible with scheduling and the Crane 2 worked as needed. Would definitely rent from him again!
July 2019
Everything was great. Sam is super helpful and knowledgeable.
August 2019
Fast and easy rental - Sam was responsive and equipment was as described, and worked great. Thanks!
September 2019
Sam was very helpful, even when I had to reschedule our pickup time. Thanks, Sam.
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM Autofocus Lens
September 2019
Accessible guy, tons of batteries and chargers all of which came charged.
Genaray LED Bi-Color, Dimmable
October 2019
A great owner that makes sure his renters have whatever they need.
great lighting kit, precharged and ready to go.
Great renter, easy transaction
The rental from Sam was excellent. All the gear was well organized and in perfect working order. Sam was also very easy to communicate. My shoot went off without a hitch, in large part thanks to this great set of gear.
Sachtler 1011 System Ace L MS CF Tripod Head and Legs
November 2019
Sam was super flexible for pickup and drop off. Great experience overall
Sam was great to rent to, on time and packed everything neatly.
Super flexible, great communication. Would rent from again in a second!
Enjoyed working with this gear thanks I’ll be brand for sure
September 2020
Sam was extremely helpful throughout the rental process. The camera package was well maintained and had all the accessories we needed. Would highly recommend renting from Sam.
Sam was great and equipment was great!
Panasonic AU-EVA1 Compact 5.7K Super 35mm Cinema Camera
September 2021
Renter was very accomadating on pickup and drop especially with it being last minute. THE AVX system went out on me at the end (not sure what was going on) but I was able to manage to record the important scene I needed it for on my shoot. 👌🙂
Great to rent from. Makes the process super easy and gear is high quality.
Great guy, quick response, good equipment, good price. What’s not to love?
December 2021
Was in great condition and super responsive.
ZEISS Milvus 100mm f/2M ZE Macro Lens for Canon EF
December 2021
Working with Sam was a dream. He was very flexible about pick up and dropping off. The gear was in perfect condition.
January 2022
Sam was excellent! Quickly helped us in a pinch and was flexible with delivery and drop off times. Ii recommend working with him.
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM
January 2022
Excellent communication, easy pick up and drop off. Would rent again/recommend.
January 2022
Great communication and the everything worked as needed! Will definitely rent from Sam again.
Tilta Nucleus-Nano Wireless Focus + 15mm Rod Adapter
February 2022
The lens was in excellent condition. Great communication!
Wonderful! Super convenient pick up & drop off.
Helpful and responsive. Gave advice on how to use this uncommon format and rig!
Canon Eos R5C VR Rig with Dual Fisheye 3D VR180 Rig
October 2022
Sam is great and very professional. He's a local expert in 360º video creation
Sam was great. Very accommodating and the gear was perfectly as described.
Gear in great condition and very accommodating for drop off
Great rental; super easy transaction!
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Wrap your head around 360/180 VR filmmaking with hands on instruction from an industry veteran. As a filmmaker who cares about story and characters, you possess an unique skill set that will shape the artistic and commercial output of virtual reality productions. You also possess a competitive advantage because you understand the flow of production and crew etiquette.
In our coaching session we will discuss the tools, techniques and opportunities available for you to leverage on your particular VR production. We can weigh the pros and cons of different equipment options and shooting formats as well as explore insights for what kinds of scenes will translate well in the 360/VR environment. Our session can also include a review of stitching & editing techniques. Get connected with the resources and talent in my sphere that will be perfect for your next gig. Confidently walk away from our coaching session ready to get on set and redefine virtual reality.
Topics:
- Composition of the immersive frame
- Blocking actions for spherical scenes
- Achieving dynamic shots
- Mounting techniques for drones, cars, bikes, boats, planes, RC vehicles and skydivers
- Pitching VR as a value-add to existing Flat/2D productions
- VR live streaming
- Tips for ingest, edit and export
- Suggested plugins and specific software to level up
- Access to private forum for present and future alumni
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