MōVI Intensive Workshop

AbelCine offers the only Freefly-certified MōVI Workshop, which is a two-day course designed to fully immerse an experienced camera operator in all of the knowledge necessary to use the Freefly MōVI. Factory-trained AbelCine instructors will discuss and demonstrate the technical aspects as well as the craft and philosophy behind the MōVI system. Class size will be limited to ensure students get ample hands-on time with MōVI M5, M15, or Pro.

Owners who purchased a MōVI from AbelCine can take 50% off this workshop. Ask your salesperson for details. 

Topics:

Day 1 – Introduction

• The concepts behind the MōVI
• Sample footage
• How the MōVI differs from other stabilization systems
• Product Tour
  • Handles
  • Camera mount
  • Monitor mount
  • IMU
  • Drive unit
  • Motors
  • Receiver
  • Battery
  • Power Switch
  • Balancing a camera
    • Which cameras & lenses?
    • Adding a wireless follow focus system
    • On-board and wireless video monitoring
    • Power for additional accessories

• Hands-on
  • Break into small groups of three to rig, mount, and balance a camera
  • Fine tuning the system
    • Using the Freely Configuration App & understanding the various settings
    • Theory behind the settings
    • Putting it all together
    • Q&A

Day 2 – Practical usage

• Using the MōVI
  • Majestic Mode
  • Dual Operator Mode
    • Configuring the wireless controller
    • Working in tandem with two operators

• Shooting Exercises
  • Using a provided storyboard and script, students will block, execute, and record various scenes. Small groups of three will work together and rotate between operator, 1^st MōVI AC, and 2^nd MōVI AC.
  • Review footage from the groups
  • Advanced rigs & shots
    • Flying the system
    • Using ropes and belaying safely
    • Additional support accessories
    • Q&A
    • Help with individual setups and applications