Vincent Lowe: Producer and screenwriter in San Francisco, California.

I am amazed at what people are trying to pay for video production work. I work freelance so when I see a job on craigslist I will usually apply. I will paraphrase a recent conversation I had with a potential client: it was a mechanic factory looking to make videos to post on youtube demonstrating how their machines work. They said the videos they had currently were of poor quality that were no longer acceptable. They said they wanted to make videos for most of their current machines, as well as all the new ones that would be coming in the future, so they were looking to make an ongoing connection with a videographer. They wanted someone with an HD camera, lighting, and microphones. Also, they wanted this person to edit the videos and add graphics. They asked for a price quote. I replied, "you would be looking at around $50-$60/hr for the shoot with all my gear. And the editing I will do for $30/hr." Please, tell me if I am charging too much (though I feel this is relatively cheap compared to what I've seen others charge) Anyway, I never heard back from them. I was going to just let it go, but it seemed like it could be continuous work and I didn't want to just let it slip away. I emailed them, asking them if they had received my email? They politely replied that my price range was out of their budget. I am flexible, so I asked what their budget was. "$75 per video," they replied. $75!!!! are they serious?! I wouldn't take my camera out of the bag for $75. I told them that it would be very hard to find someone to do this for such a low amount. A lot of people charge more than that an hour, and they want an entire video produced for it (filming, editing, encoding) there is just no way! When will people learn that a 1 minute youtube video does not take 1 minute to create?! I ended up telling them that they should spend the money and get their own camera and lights. That they would have a better chance of getting a Videographer to work with them for that amount if he/she didn't have to use their own equipment. I told them, if they got the footage themselves that I could edit the videos for them for $75 each, and even that would be at a discount. Am i wrong here? Or does this sort of thing happen WAY too often in this business?

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"Virtual” An impressive and frightening film about the future of virtual reality. Hello After much work I just throw the kickstarter for my science fiction movie about video games, We are looking for strategic support for film production Please I need your support, can you share the project on your networks? https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1032411232/virtual Thank you very much!!

I am 24 years old. I am a sketch artist and screenwriter. Love meeting new people who does what I do. I cannot wait to start Stage 32 and start this journey with you all :).

Wow Michael! Thanks for the connection. Very impressive CV. It appears that you've taken your preparation seriously. I look forward to hearing more about your adventures both in storytelling and in life!

It's good to see you here Gus. Looking forward to the next adventures with you.

Thanks for reaching out John. Looking forward to hearing more about your work.

Great to meet you Michael. I like what I saw in your EPK.

Good to see you online here. There are a lot of great resources here for writers.

Thanks for reaching out Fred. I enjoyed looking through your work.

Hi Judy! Hope you're already on a team for the San Francisco 48HFP. Let me know if you're still looking for a team. I know several that would be fortunate to have you.

Welcome to Stage 32 Dave. Glad to connect with you. Looking forward to hearing more about your writing. You'll find a lot of support and sound advice here.

Thanks for the connection! Looking forward to hearing great things about your adventures.

Good to connect with you. Look forward to reading more about your adventures.

Thanks for reaching out. Good to meet you. Keep up the good work!

Thanks for the connection. I can see that we have several overlapping interests. Looking forward to seeing what you create next.

Thanks for reaching out Anastasia. It seems that you've been working on some interesting projects recently. Can't wait to see what you do next.