Why Hiring a Freelance Camera Crew Makes Good Sense

Posted by Ktva video on February 13th, 2019

Video producers all over the world work very hard every day to tell a story.  Many of the most compelling stories need video captured at locations far from the producer.  A local freelance camera-person or crew can fill the need more economically than transporting their go-to camera-person or crew and all the associated equipment.  This saves on travel expenses such as plane tickets and extra baggage, rental cars, hotels and food.  Sometimes just the producer travels so as to direct the local crew or he/she may simply e-mail a shot-sheet and interview questions that the freelancer follows. 

Most freelancers are easy-going, creative-types who try very hard to capture those elements the producer feels are important to the story being told.  The freelance or local crew may know a special location where a shot might work particularly well, such as a fountain, scenic backdrop or skyline.  They know about traffic patterns and perhaps other local professionals who may be beneficial in securing permits, craft services, or local talent.  They also will have resources in the event of equipment failure or additional crew and gear should the production grow in size and scope.

As you can see, there are many reasons why you might consider hiring an experienced freelance camera crew in Portland.