Shooting promotional video for a martial arts dojo with limited crew and budget

Gear

ZephyrCan I fly my Alexa or RED on a Zephyr?389

Master SeriesIs a used Master Series rig worth buying as a first big rig?191

BFDHow do I power my BFD receiver from my camera or sled?186

VoltCan I retrofit a Volt onto my existing sled or gimbal?168

ArtemisHow do I power my camera and accessories from an Artemis sled?166

MDRWhere can I mount my Preston MDR on my rig?143

ModulusIs there a Modulus option for HD wireless video?141

G-70Will my G-70 fit my vest, gimbal or sled?126

FI+ZCan I control iris and zoom wirelessly, not just focus?60

HU3Where can I get my HU3 repaired, refurbished or repainted?60

CineLiveHow do I pack and case my CineLive rig for transport?54

G-70XHow does the G-70X compare to Pro Titan, Xarm and other arms?46

Trinity 2Is Trinity 2 SUP 3.0 firmware safe to install or buggy?46

Ultra VestWhich vest should I choose for my body size, comfort and operator type?39

2010General Discussion forum

16 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.

Steadicam footage works well for capturing dynamic movement in martial arts training environments
A small crew of two people can produce dojo promotional content by combining dynamic camera work with interviews or voiceover
Multiple camera bodies with lighting equipment allows capturing a variety of shots in a short time frame
Rehearsal-free shooting is possible but having more time with subjects improves shot quality
Martial arts demonstrations shot at high frame rates with color grading can create polished promotional content

Limited time available with talent or training partners affects what can be captured
Overuse of post-production filters can detract from the final result
One person shooting solo versus with assistance affects the breadth of shots possible