Video Assist
Pro video help operators giving tracking and playback for shoots across New Zealand, \t\t\t\t\t\tfrom Wellington's Weta Studios to Auckland and beyond.
Here is how this works in practice. A video help operator manages the on-set playback system that allows the director, cinematographer, and other key staff to review takes at once after they are filmed. From shoots at Weta Studios in Wellington — home to some of cinema's most ambitious projects — to shoots at Auckland Film Studios, reliable video help is key for efficient decision-making on set. They capture a reference feed from the camera, manage monitors, and keep an organized library of takes and selects across the shooting day.
Here is the short of it. We connect you with video help operators who keep your on-set review workflow running smoothly across New Zealand. Our network has pros skilled with the newest playback systems, multi-camera setups, and remote tracking solutions — whether you are filming NZFC-supported features in Wellington or epic location shoots in Queenstown and Fiordland, our operators deliver broadcast-standard results for features, series, and commercial shoots.
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Capabilities
Complete Video Assist Services
From video village setup to instant playback, our operators provide the monitoring infrastructure your production needs.
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Video Village
- Multi-monitor setup
- Director & client feeds
- Wireless transmission
- Recording systems
- Video distribution
Monitoring Hub
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Playback
- Instant replay
- Take comparison
- Reference playback
- Slow motion review
- Clip marking
Quick Review
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Recording
- Backup recording
- Proxy generation
- Dailies capture
- Metadata management
- Archive systems
Secure Capture
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Technical Support
- Signal routing
- Color calibration
- LUT management
- Streaming setup
- Remote viewing
Full Service
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Why Us
Why Choose Our Video Assist
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Professional Setup
Clean, organized video villages that serve directors, clients, and crew. Our operators create efficient tracking environments at Weta Studios and Auckland Film Studios.
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Instant Playback
Quick access to any take for review. Our systems allow fast playback, match-up, and reference checks that keep production moving on New Zealand sets.
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Technical Expertise
Deep knowledge of video systems, signal routing, and tracking technology. Our operators solve tech challenges fast, from Wellington studios to remote South Island wilderness.
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Reliable Recording
Secure backup recording with redundant systems. Our video help gives an extra layer of protection for your footage across New Zealand's varied production environments.
On Location
Video assist / video village — QTake, Teradek Bolt 4K wireless, multi-cam dailies playback
Here is how this works in practice. Our video help operators run QTake HD / 4K (industry-standard multi-camera capture, playback, and live LUT application), Codex Vault on-set verification, and Teradek Bolt 4K / Bolt 6 wireless tracking distribution to director / DP / scene matching / clients across multi-camera feature, prestige TV, and commercial shoots out of Stone Street Studios Wellington, Auckland Film Studios, Kumeu Film Studios (Avatar 2/3 multi-camera performance-capture work), Avalon Studios, Henderson Studios, and on-location bases.
Here is how this works in practice. Video village configurations have calibrated Sony BVM-HX310 OLED, FSI XM and Eizo CG reference monitors, dual / triple-screen client tracking with picture-in-picture multi-camera layouts, LUT-aware tracking (ACES, Rec.709, Rec.2020, Dolby Vision HDR preview where applicable), and on-set instant playback for the director and DP between takes. Live-to-cloud distribution runs through pix.in, Frame.io, and Teradek Core for global director / producer / studio review during principal.
Here is the short of it. Heritage runs through the LOTR / Hobbit / Avatar / King Kong / Power of the Dog / Mortal Engines video-village track — the Wellywood Miramar bench with 25-year body-level knowledge of multi-camera performance-capture playback (the Avatar performance-capture volume at Stone Street first site, grown at Kumeu Film Studios), helicopter-aerial tracking (Shotover Camera kits Queenstown gyro-stabilized aerial feed), and underwater tracking (Avatar: The Way of Water Kumeu underwater performance-capture tank). Reciprocal IATSE 600 (ICG) / 695 (sound) standing applies for US co-pros where video-help operators sit in the camera-department chain. ACC universal accident cover protects all camera-department crew. SPADA contracts cover engagements. Privacy Act 2020 governs all rushes confidentiality. GST 15 percent applies. NZSPG 25 percent grant offsets qualifying spend.
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FAQ
Video Assist Expertise
What does a video assist operator do?
Here is the breakdown. The video help operator manages on-set video tracking and playback. This has setting up video village with monitors for director and clients, recording takes for instant playback, managing wireless video transmission, and giving tech support for all video-related needs.
What playback capabilities do you offer?
Our systems give instant playback of any take, side-by-side take match-up, slow-motion review, clip marking, and quick reference access. Directors can review performances at once without delay.
Can you set up remote viewing?
Yes, we can configure secure streaming for remote clients, producers, or executives who need to monitor production from off-site locations. We handle the tech setup and security needs.
What recording formats do you support?
Our systems record in many formats from proxy quality to high-resolution. We can match your editorial workflow needs and give recordings in the formats your post team needs.
How many monitors can video village support?
We scale video village to your production's needs—from a few monitors for small shoots to full setups with many feeds for large shoots. We route signals to as many monitors as needed.
Do you provide the equipment?
We give complete video help packages including monitors, recorders, wireless systems, and infrastructure. We can also work with gear you've sourced if preferred.
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Need Video Assist?
Tell us about your tracking and playback needs and we'll give the right solution.