from Tin Dog Studios
HOW LONG WILL FILMING THE INTERVIEWS TAKE?
We take 60-90 minutes to set up in your home and 45-60 minutes to tear down at the end of the day. We allot 6-7 hours for actual filming. You can determine how long you want each person interviewed and we can film as many people as you desire within the 6-7 hour window. If necessary, you can schedule another day of filming for $2000.
DO YOU DO ANCESTRY RESEARCH?
We focus on the stories shared from your own experiences and do not do ancestry research on your family. If you choose OPTION 2, we will do some searches for photos or videos to help support your stories.
HOW FAR WILL YOU TRAVEL?
We can go almost anywhere. Travel costs will be added if it is over 1 hour outside of the Atlanta area. That means $1000 per travel day plus mileage, hotel, food, and flight (if more than 1 day's drive from Atlanta). We follow the IRS rates for daily per diem.
WHAT IF WE SHARE PRIVATE INFORMATION?
We completely understand that concern. We provide a contract that includes an NDA portion that we sign so that what you share is kept private. You will have the opportunity to have anything removed before the final edit.
HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE ON YOUR CREW?
John, usually Whitney, and possibly one more camera operator. We want to keep the number of those "on set" small so that everyone feels comfortable. Being on camera can be difficult for some people so we want to approach the interviews as a casual visit. We just have cameras rolling while we talk.
WHAT CAMERA GEAR DO YOU USE?
To film the interviews we use Sony Professional 4k Full-Frame cameras.
HOW DO I PAY?
We will send you an invoice with a link for payment using Visa, Mastercard, Discover, AMEX, or a bank account. You can also pay with cash or a personal check. A $500 deposit is required to get started. On the day of filming, 50% of the total cost minus the deposit will be due, and the remaining balance will be due upon approval of the final edits.
DO YOU DO OTHER FILM PROJECTS?
Yes. We do all kinds of projects. Contact us for more information about how we can help you. We do not do weddings.