Anyone who has dabbled in post-production effects knows that green screen work requires everyone in the workflow to be on the same page, from the camera operator to the visual effects artist.
The camera should shoot on a format that can pull a minimum of 4:2:2 color space to get a decent key. Anything lower will degrade the edges of the subject substantially. Other things to keep in mind is shutter speed and ISO.
AXA Media Group monitors the effect in real-time on-location tethered to either a tape-based or tapeless camera. A waveform and parade scopes are used to find inconsistancies in the lighting. “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Keeping this adage in mind ensures that the client will avoid extra expenses in post or re-shoots by getting the best footage possible the first time around.
This is one of four 3D animated web modules depicting the delivery of electric power from a generating plant to a home in Queens, NY. In this shot, the comparison is made to our highway system which stems off onto smaller roads and decreased speeds. The use of analogies makes understanding a complex system a more user-friendly and engaging experience.
Electric power requires a point of control just as airplanes require an air traffic controller. Con Edison of New York is on the cutting edge of technology which enables them to safely and effectively manage their abundant sources of power. There are multiple contingency plans in effect to safeguard equipment and control centers from terrorism or natural disasters. Also, the redesign has created a more hospitable atmosphere with ergonomics and acoustics in mind. This video is a showcase of the new facilities, time-line of renovations, and the people that made it all happen.
