2009Steadi-Newbies forum
Practical considerations for a first international steadicam job at a fashion show
17 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- When shooting at fashion shows, be aware of cables and obstacles in dark areas near and under the catwalk that could cause tripping during movement.
- Positioning yourself between the catwalk and audience members may create tension since attendees have paid for their viewing experience and may object to camera operators blocking their view.
- Models change clothes during shows and may toss garments in work areas, requiring professionalism and awareness of personal boundaries.
- Create a detailed inventory of all equipment including serial numbers, manufacturer country, and prices before international travel.
- Have customs officials stamp and verify your equipment list at a US customs office before departure to facilitate re-entry of gear into the country.
- Without official customs documentation, returning equipment through US customs can result in confiscation and required air freight, causing delays and additional costs.
- Verify whether the destination country participates in carnet systems for temporary equipment imports to understand customs requirements.
- US customs regulations typically allow bringing back two reasonably sized bottles of spirits from international travel.
Depends on
- The advice is based on experiences primarily in the Caribbean region and may not apply to all international destinations.
- Fashion show protocols may vary significantly depending on the specific event, venue, and country.
- Customs procedures and carnet requirements differ by country and change over time.
- The experience shared is from 2009 and customs regulations have likely evolved since then.