General Questions

General Questions that I usually get asked first

Q1 - Do you charge an hourly rate?

Yes, my rate is $120 per hour for time spent shooting video and $60 per hour for admin or editing time.

Q2 - Do you have a studio or where do you usually film?

I do not have a studio but I know many places to film that can meet any need. Additionally, I often recommend filming in your own place of business.

Q3 - Do you offer music?

I subscribe to online libraries of copyright-free music with thousands of options to serve any project.

Q4 - Do you work in the greater Bay Area and are you open to travel?

I am open to working anywhere in the Bay Area. Farther in the state, out-of-state, and out of the country are available on request.

Q5 - How do you accept payment? Do you offer financing?

I can accept cash, check, credit card, or paypal. I am open to almost any financing plan that is reasonable. I can work out a plan that will allow for as much as half of the contract balance to be paid after the wedding date.

Q6 - What do you enjoy most about video production?

I love meeting new clients and getting to hear their creative ideas. There is a beautiful childlike giddiness that comes from adults being genuinely creative for the first time in years.

Q7 - What makes Brogan Video different?

Many professionals in the video industry began as photographers. I came into the field directly from film making by way of theater. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Theater Arts that taught me how to act, write, and direct. Most of all, it taught me how to work creatively in a team of people from various backgrounds. Since then I have had the pleasure of working on feature films and documentaries in several languages and all over the world. Many people can help you look good in the video but I set myself apart by helping my clients bring their best and most confident sides out. I want my clients to love their presence in the video.

Q8 - Where did the name Brogan Video come from?

I have been a member of a Renaissance reenacting guild and the character I achieved the most notoriety for was Brogan the Barbarian. At the same time, I was in college and I began using that name as a penname while publishing short stories. To me, Brogan was a name that represented heedless enthusiasm and confidence.

General Questions

Questions I never get asked but wish I did

Q1 - Do you charge equipment or traveling fees?

For all shoots in the Bay Area and not requesting special gear, there are no additional fees. Outside the Bay Area may require travel fees.

Q2 - Do you have any amusing stories to share about your work?

Many many stories, shared on request.

Q3 - Do you offer custom billing?

Payments can be broken up and paid in any way agreed upon by the client and me.

Q4 - Do you offer larger packages?

I offer packages for large projects and subscription packages to have a discounted video session every month, every other month, every quarter, or weekly.

Q5 - How long until the video is ready to be seen?

Most projects are ready for critique within two weeks. Faster turn arounds times are available.

Q6 - Who was the best actor to play James Bond?

Sean Connery, he set the mold and did so with surprisingly modern performance for a 1960s spy movie.

General Questions

Technical Questions that I love

Q1 - Can you film with a drone?

Yes, I own a drone. I am a licensed pilot, registered with the FAA.

Q2 - Do you also do Photography?

Yes, but not primarily. I enjoy photography and I often offer to shoot headshots for my clients but my focus is on video. Don’t hesitate to ask me to take a few pictures.

Q3 - Do you use wireless microphones?

Yes, all interviews and presentations will be personally micced whenever possible

 

Q4 - What cameras do you use?

I have a range of cameras but my primary shooting kit is mostly Sony and lead by a Sony FS5.

Q5 - What does the final product look like?

Most projects are mastered in HD at 24fps. The videos are shared via Dropbox for critiquing and final delivery. Various formats are available including, 4K, UHD, HD, HFR, and HDR.

Q6 - Where can you film with a drone?

While there are places where drones of any kind are strictly forbidden, such as near airports or schools, I have far more flexible access to the airspace as a licensed pilot.

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