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Expertise
Some technical knowledge in connectivity, systems, cameras, image/video software. I am better at project development, scripting, organization, conceptualization. I know Photoshop, AfterEffects, and some others but am no real expert on them. I also have knowledge in the development and production of interactive CD-ROM`s.
Experience in the area
Over 17 yrs of various TV/video production experience. B.S. degree in TV Production from James Madison Univ. Taught TV production at a community college for 5 yrs. Currently a Commercial Producer.
Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Science Degree in Communications (Radio, TV, Film); James Madison Univ., Harrisonburg, VA
Awards and Honors
2x winner of the Communicator Award
2x winner of Telly Awards
Top 5 Finalaist in CAB Awards 2006
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Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| John | 09/14/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks R! |
| John | 09/10/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks again, R. |
| John | 09/10/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks R. |
| Paul | 08/31/09 | 7 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| krystine | 08/08/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thanks :-) |
Recent Answers from R. Ferguson
2009-10-25 Video_TS:
They are DVD formatted files. Looks like you downloaded an ISO/copy of a DVD. If you can burn them to a disc as they are, they may work. How to get them directly to wmv or rp format I don't know.
2009-10-24 2 Cameras into a Mac:
That camera has firewire output. So to use two cameras, you would need to have 2 firewire connnections on your 'puter. I'd connect the cams via firewire and then go into the software and find out how
2009-10-23 Burning MP4'S to dvd?:
I've had varying luck converting from MP4's. I recently had a project where I had success w/ 5 discs but the 6th one wouldn't copy/rip. Not sure why. If it were me, I'd skip trying to convert them
2009-10-13 Sony Imagemixer:
USB typically isn't fast enough for good quality throughput. Firewire is. That should solve the problem but without getting in there an checking all your settings, etc it's hard to say for sure. It
2009-10-11 Sony Imagemixer:
By 'mini-cassette' I assume you mean it's a Mini-DV (or DVC) tape. If that's the case, you're in luck. All you have to do is connect the camera to the 'puter with Firewire. It may be marked 'DV' on
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