Professional Hunting Videographer

[Nhoro]

Just a general discussion about how popular it is to have your hunt videoed by a pro. Do you have any specific preferences in the process.

Do you request 4K video or normal HD ?

Do you talk in the video ie like you are presenting your own hunting show or do you just want a record of the hunt ?

 

[Mark Biggerstaff]

Just a general discussion about how popular it is to have your hunt videoed by a pro. Do you have any specific preferences in the process.

Do you request 4K video or normal HD ?

Do you talk in the video ie like you are presenting your own hunting show or do you just want a record of the hunt ?

I had my recent June safari filmed by African Safari Films. They are finishing up editing right now. They recorded the hunt as how it happened, 14 days of it. When pictures were done we did film a recap of the hunt sitting with the animal. Cant wait to see final edited film. It will be posted to their YouTube when done.

 

[IvW]

Just make sure you get a professional to do it....I had a few stalks screwed up on DG due to "cameraman" gave me a permanent dislike in having one on the hunt....especially when they are consistantly late in the morning....left a few behind....
These were from the outfitter for promotional footage and not ordered by the client I might add....they learnt pretty quick to rather go with the other PH which suited me in most cases....

 

[KSZWHX]

Just got my finished video. It's on YouTube. Search Mike's First African Adventure.

 

[KSZWHX]

 

[Nhoro]

Yes IvW - professional should always include on time and skilled at his job. Not someones wifes cousin who thinks it might be fun to go film someone shooting buffalo so he has something to boast about at the pub.

I am guessing those kind of professionals don't last long in the business.

 

[noahlilly]

Just got my finished video. It's on YouTube. Search Mike's First African Adventure.

How to Add Audio in VN Video Editor

I'm going to take a stab at trying to video my hunts this coming season. I was wondering what you guys are using on your computers to edit your vids and add music title screens etc. not looking for anything professional just easy to use and have fun with it.

 

[mrpoindexter]

I have had 7 of my safaris professionally filmed. My only regret is not having that done on the other 2. I have used iGala Prodictions and been happy with them. All my camera people have been professional and I have had 5 different camera people. The last two have also been licensed PH’s with the most recent one also certified for DG.

I insisted on 4K footage and ended up buying my own kit to make sure I have the 4K gear available for me. I bring home a copy of all raw footage with me to watch until I get my Final Cut and can recut the footage in the future should I wish in the future.

I would recommend the same level of diligence with your camera crew as with your PH/outfitter and have the conversation of what kind of hunt video you are looking for.

 

[noahlilly]

I have had 7 of my safaris professionally filmed. My only regret is not having that done on the other 2. I have used iGala Prodictions and been happy with them. All my camera people have been professional and I have had 5 different camera people. The last two have also been licensed PH’s with the most recent one also certified for DG.

I insisted on 4K footage and ended up buying my own kit to make sure I have the 4K gear available for me. I bring home a copy of all raw footage with me to watch until I get my Final Cut and can recut the footage in the future should I wish in the future.

I would recommend the same level of diligence with your camera crew as with your PH/outfitter and have the conversation of what kind of hunt video you are looking for. Renting an apartment in Dbayeh provides a suburban feel with modern amenities and stunning views of the Mediterranean. This growing area is known for its shopping centers, including the popular ABC Dbayeh Mall, and a variety of dining options to Rent an apartment in Dbayeh. Rent for a one-bedroom apartment usually ranges from $600 to $1,200 per month. Dbayeh's strategic location offers easy access to both Beirut and Jounieh, making it ideal for commuters. The area is also known for its peaceful environment and family-friendly atmosphere.

thank you so much for your suggestion

 

[Ontario Hunter]

Not for me. Traditionally, I've always hunted alone. Wish I could do it that way in Africa but fully understand why that can't happen. Hunting with a PH and tracker is pushing my autheticity envelope. Often on many properties someone from the owner's crew or the owner or sometimes owner and his tracker tag along. I just have to take a breath and put on the blinders. But throwing a camerman/crew in the mix too ... no way. I'm there to go hunting not for a production.

Anyway, I'm not sure how future generations might feel about watching beautiful animals get knocked down, especially if it doesn't go well. Instead, I am thinking seriously about composing video "programs" of my hunts using still shots, prepared script (journals would be useful), and some tasteful music, similar to the programs I prepared when I was a park ranger. My great grandkids could enjoy the stories and graphics without the brutal mortality. And it would be the Old Man telling the tale. A good story, prepared well, with good illustrations will always be hard to beat. A good way to be remembered.

 

[jimbo1972]

I had my July 10 day hunt filmed at Frontier Safaris. Can’t say enough good things about the camera guy Elgar Botha from Nyala Films. Cost $200 a day plus tax which compared to taxidermy was cheap. I was concerned about it getting in the way of the hunt but it didn’t. Elgar was not only a great guy but worked his ass off getting the shots while just being in the background. He would ask me and the PH the plan and for recap after a successful or unsuccessful hunt. He is editing the full video now but here is the teaser.

Elgars WhatsApp number +27 82 440 2159

 

[mrpoindexter]

As a bow hunter, I cannot really talk through the shoot as the proximity of the animals makes that problematic at best. Even the tail end of the stalk we need to be very quiet.

 

[BJH65]

I had my recent June safari filmed by African Safari Films. They are finishing up editing right now. They recorded the hunt as how it happened, 14 days of it. When pictures were done we did film a recap of the hunt sitting with the animal. Cant wait to see final edited film. It will be posted to their YouTube when done.

I too used African Safari Films for my past September 6 day hunt. I was very pleased with them and our cameraman Dean. He was part of the team, equally as good at spotting game as the PH’s, helping with with a variety of tasks like skinning. In addition to his video camera recorder, he utilized a drone with GoPro and excellent footage was obtained of the beautiful Klaserie River and drone footage of our hunt and the region.

Just like Mark said, they record the hunt as it happens. A typical day was recording the drive out in the bakkie, videoing the the various wildlife, various stalks of the game we hunted both successful and unsuccessful stalks, including impact shots, positioning the animal for photos and then a video interview of the hunt with the PH and I. It was an interview type format which was fine with me. I’m certain they would accommodate any format you as the client would like.

On the very first morning of the hunt we did a nice interview, since I had last hunted Africa 27 years ago, and the excitement of being back and some of our objectives of the hunt. Then on the last day, we did an interview type format, mostly me talking summing up each day, how it went, the stalks, game obtained, etc. Most of the time, especially when actively stalking and hunting, I didn’t even know the cameraman was there. Sorry, I do not know if it’s 4K or HD. They have lots of videos on their website and on YouTube. I’ve seen they have done some videos of Mark Sullivan and several of his hunts.

It takes about 3 months before they will be finished editing then they’ll email to me so maybe another 2 months. My video should be about an hour in duration. I will gladly share with AH with a YouTube link when it’s done. I felt they did an excellent job of incapsulating my entire hunt. We plan on using them again for a 2026 trophy buffalo and lion hunt.

 

[Rich s]

Me and my hunting buddies have discussed having our safaris professionally filmed rather than pay for the taxidermy and shipping. What’s everyone take on that. Not trying to high jack the thread.

 

[mrpoindexter]

That is what I did when I did my first lion hunt. Same thing for the elephant. Never got my lions imported, but have the video. Same for the elephant, although I am still working on getting the elephant back in.

It is different than taxidermy. You need to play it to see it, as opposed to just sitting in a room for casual passers by to see in an office or just to see whenever your eyes cross the room. That said, the videos are cheaper and faster than taxidermy and take no room to store in your house and can easily be taken with you if you move or just going on a trip.

 

[jimbo1972]

Me and my hunting buddies have discussed having our safaris professionally filmed rather than pay for the taxidermy and shipping. What’s everyone take on that. Not trying to high jack the thread.

I think it’s a great idea

 

[jimbo1972]

Each to their own but I wanted to video so I could bring my friends and family along with me. As for future generations that maybe anti hunters that’s their problem not mine