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What is the difference between Creative Production and Market Research Production?

Does Midwest Video have writers, directors and producers on staff?

What geographic area do you cover?

I have a market research project that requires video support, why should I incur the travel cost to have Midwest Video do the project?

What are your Post-Production and Graphics Capabilities?

Do you create DVD’s?

What cameras do you use?

Is your studio a sound stage?

What is the difference between videoconferencing and webcasting?

Can I Videoconference from any location I choose?

 



What is the difference between Creative Production and Market Research Production?
Creative Production involves the total process of putting your message into a visual mass communication media. This process can include script writing, pre-production planning, field or studio production, graphic elements, music and post-production editing. The means of distributing this message can then be via video tape, CD-ROM, DVD, videoconferencing or webcasting.

Market Research Production is a specialized service for organizations that perform market research activities.
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Does Midwest Video have writers, directors and producers on staff?
No, Midwest Video has a core group of professionals who are experienced in the production process and handle the day-to-day requirements of our clients. We have working relationships with the best talent in Detroit and we put together the proper team on a project basis. This process allows us to use the individuals that are best suited to your project.
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What geographic area do you cover?
Our primary market for creative production services is the Southeastern Michigan area, however we have shot in every major market in the U.S. and in 20 foreign countries. For international projects we are experienced in handling all transportation logistics, including customs issues. For market research production work, virtually every project is out of the Detroit area. Depending on the location we will either drive our truck to the site, fly commercially or utilize a private aircraft.
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I have a market research project that requires video support, why should I incur the travel cost to have Midwest Video do the project?
Midwest Video is a specialist in this area and will provide you with a superior product then you are likely to receive from a local supplier. Many of the services we offer are simply not available from other companies or individuals. We will provide you with an exact quote for your project, including all expenses prior to commencing the job. You may well find that the overall project cost for Midwest Video is very comparable to what you might pay a local supplier.
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What are your Post-Production and Graphics Capabilities?
We edit on an AVID MC1000XL Meridan system. This system allows for full uncompressed non-linear video editing. We also have a small linear system that we use for long format projects or in field editing. Candid Modules are a typical application for our field editing equipment. Our graphics suite runs Lightwave 6.5 and all the usual Adobe programs.
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Do you create DVD’s?
Yes, we have two systems for creating DVD’s. For projects that require complex authoring we use a Sonic Fusion DVD authoring system. For simple program transfer we use a Panasonic MR-2020 recorders. We provide a DLT tape of the project for mass duplication of your DVD.
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What cameras do you use?
We use Sony D-35 series cameras. These could be either a D-35 with a PVV3 BetaSP back on it or a DSR-1 DVCAM back on it. We also use Sony DSR-500 camcorders for certain applications. These camera have identical electronics with the D-35 so they match up very well in multi-cam environments.
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Is your studio a sound stage?
While the stage is well insulated for sound, it does have exterior walls. Therefore, we generally recommend lavalier mics rather than booms.
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What is the difference between videoconferencing and webcasting?
Videoconferencing: This technology utilizes PictureTel or other brands of videoconferencing equipment to provide two-way communication of both audio and video signals over ISDN (Integrated System Digital Network) phone lines. The program is viewed on standard television monitors at PictureTel rooms located at fixed locations. The audio and video signals are most commonly sent to a single PictureTel room but may also be sent to multiple sites. Videoconferencing always has the capability to be two-way.

Webcasting: Webcasting utilizes a computer located at the send end with the proper encoding hardware and software to allow the video signals to be digitized and sent over the Internet. The signal is then viewed on individual computers by addressing a web site and logging in with the proper password. Webcasting is basically one way, however phone lines and chat rooms can be set up to allow communication between the viewers and back to the send location.
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Can I Videoconference from any location I choose?
Yes, we can bring all the required equipment to do the videoconference or webcast to wherever your event is being held.It is important to confirm that the proper network is currently in place or can be installed prior to your event.
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