Hello,
So I just landed my dream freelance gig. Heading to China in a few weeks to film a documentary, well it’s more of a corporate style video wrapped up in a doc, but that’s okay. I’ve read through quite a few message boards and have searched this one as well, I’m just trying to understand how much gear I can get into the country and be okay (w/o a Carnet? Or will I need one?). I plan on bringing a camera (fs 100), batteries, media cards, 2 wireless lavs, tripod, 37" slider, ND filters and I’m still figuring out my light situation. I’ll be solo production guy with a producer and traveling with a group of Chinese nationals, so translating/knowing the area should be a little easier too. Does anyone have any insight or advice to share on a project/trip like this?
Thanks!
So I just landed my dream freelance gig. Heading to China in a few weeks to film a documentary, well it’s more of a corporate style video wrapped up in a doc, but that’s okay. I’ve read through quite a few message boards and have searched this one as well, I’m just trying to understand how much gear I can get into the country and be okay (w/o a Carnet? Or will I need one?). I plan on bringing a camera (fs 100), batteries, media cards, 2 wireless lavs, tripod, 37" slider, ND filters and I’m still figuring out my light situation. I’ll be solo production guy with a producer and traveling with a group of Chinese nationals, so translating/knowing the area should be a little easier too. Does anyone have any insight or advice to share on a project/trip like this?
Thanks!