2013 Stabilizer Gear Expo – June 2nd, 2013!

Posted on May 22, 2013 by

Stabilizer Gear Expo at Filmtools!

When: Sunday, June 2nd – 10AM – 3PM
Where: Filmtools Parking Lot – 1400 W. Burbank Blvd. – Burbank, CA 91504\

Keep the fun going after Cinegear LA with the Stabilizer Gear Expo at Filmtools!

Manufacturers of the leading body-worn camera stabilizers and stabilizer accessories, come together in one place to demo their products to film and video industry professionals.

Also, The Grilled Cheese Truck will be there, melting all your favorite dishes!

Learn More About the Stabilizer Gear Expo

Check us out online at www.Filmtools.com or stop by our brick and mortar location in Burbank, CA for all of your expendables and film equipment needs!

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2013 CineGear LA Expo – May 31st-June 1st, 2013!

Posted on May 22, 2013 by

Visit the Filmtools booth at the 2013 Cinegear Expo at Paramount Studios in Hollywood, California!

When: Friday, May 31st, 2013 – 2:00PM to 9:00PM and Saturday, June 1st, 2013 – 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Where: The Studios at Paramount, Hollywood, CA 90038
FILMTOOLS will be at BOOTH #202 on the streets of New York.

Cine Gear Expo, in its 17th year, is the premier Film, Video, and Digital Media Expo for the entertainment industry.

Created by the professional for the professional, Cine Gear Expo remains focused to the needs of the community and attracts the most dedicated specialists from every major department of the entertainment production and post production world.

Unique in concept, Cine Gear Expo offers artists and technicians the opportunity to discover the latest technology and techniques, get hands-on training, gain knowledge and skills from industry leaders, obtain the newest equipment, hear breaking industry news and network with peers and industry leaders all within a professional and comfortable studio environment.

Nowhere else can this audience find the volume and quality of information available all in one place.

Cine Gear Expo is the largest and most important event of its kind in the United States and is a world recognized and attended event.

This annual four day conference includes: Exhibits, Premiere and Master Class Seminars, Film Series Competition & Finalist screenings, New Product Announcements, Demonstrations, VIP Awards Ceremony, Special Events and more.

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

Check us out online at www.Filmtools.com or stop by our brick and mortar location in Burbank, CA for all of your expendables and film equipment needs!

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Filmtools Store Special: Cardellini End Jaw Clamp 2E – In-Store Only!

Posted on May 14, 2013 by

The Filmtools Store Specials are in-store discounts for our customers!

The store specials are chosen by our sales staff from suggestions they receive from our in-store customers, so we have no idea of what will be featured each week!

We announce them every Tuesday and they will run through the following Monday. Watch for the Hashtag #FTStoreSpecial on Facebook, Twitter, and here on the Filmtools Blog.

This week’s special is 10% off  the Cardellini End Jaw Clamp 2E.  In-Store only, good through Monday, May 20, 2013.

Here are a few words from the Filmtools staff:

“This clamp is versatile, and a quick solution for mounting small lights and various accessories on desks, doors, flats, or even hanging backdrops.”
-Melissa Dayao, Sales Associate

“When you need an extra accessory mounted to your equipment cart, this clamp can save you in times of need.”
-Jeanie Jane, Sales Associate

Cardellini Clamps are available at Filmtools in Burbank, CA and online at www.Filmtools.com. Call us up, stop by, or drop us an e-mail and ask about our selection of Cardellini Clamps today!

Also, check out the new line of Arri Production Bags & Accessories at Filmtools.com!

Check us out online at www.Filmtools.com or stop by our brick and mortar location in Burbank, CA for all of your expendables and film equipment needs!

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J.L. Fisher, SOC, ICG & ASC, 8th Annual Mixer & BBQ Lunch

Posted on May 8, 2013 by


The J.L. Fisher, SOC, ICG & ASC 8th Annual Mixer & BBQ Lunch is right around the corner!

Filmtools, along with many other local manufacturers and suppliers, will be there to show off their latest products in a relaxed and cordial atmosphere!

Details

Saturday, May 18, 2013
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

J.L. Fisher
1000 West Isabel Street
Burbank, CA 91506

Exhibiting Companies
Sony, Canon, Anton Bauer, 3alityTechnica, Panavision Remote Systems, BandPro, Mole-Richardson, Matthews Studio Equipment, Innovision Optics, Filmtools, Camera Dynamics (O’Connor), Arriflex (Cameras and Lighting) Burrell Enterprises, Hot Gears, Kino Flo, Radiant Imag-es, ZGC, Inc. Local 80, Geo Film Group, Barger Light, Tiffen, The Camera House, Local 695, Tech-no-Jib, Hollywood Rentals, Backstage Equipment and many others.

SEMINARS & PANELS

SOC The Moving Camera Operation Seminar
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Please join us in the sound boom room at J.L. Fisher with members of the SOC, Local 600 (Camera Guild) and Local 80 (Grips). The seminar will focus on the working relationship between the Cine-matographer, Camera Operator, 1st AC, Key Grip and Dolly Grip when using Dollies and Jib Arms. Moderated by David Mahlmann, SOC

Dialogue with ASC Cinematographers
2:30 PM—4:00 PM

Moderated by George Spiro Dibie, ASC

Support the Children’s Vision Center
We will be joining the SOC on their on going support of The Vision Center at Children’s
Hospital of Los Angeles. Please help and purchase a raffle ticket of the SOC booth. Their
charitable efforts have helped with the vital work of helping children with impaired eyesight.

J.L. Fisher Facility Tours
Provided by Jim Fisher at
12:00 PM and 1:30 PM

No RSVP required. Please, No Pets.

Check us out online at www.Filmtools.com or stop by our brick and mortar location in Burbank, CA for all of your expendables and film equipment needs!

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Filmtools Store Special: Leatherman Multi-Tools – In-Store Only!

Posted on May 7, 2013 by

The Filmtools Store Specials are in-store discounts for our customers!

The store specials are chosen by our sales staff from suggestions they receive from our in-store customers, so we have no idea of what will be featured each week!

We announce them every Tuesday and they will run through the following Monday. Watch for the Hashtag #FTStoreSpecial on Facebook, Twitter, and here on the Filmtools Blog.

This week’s special is 10% off all Leatherman Multi-Tools.  In-Store only, good through Monday, May 13, 2013.

Here are a few words from the Filmtools staff:

“Leatherman save lives…Just in case you get into a 127 hour situation”
- Melissa Dayao, Sales Associate

“Leatherman’s line of Multi-Tools are perfect for the hard-working filmmaker.  They have all of the tools you need rolled into one.  And they’re built tough, so they’ll last the length of your career.  Whether you need to measure a small length, cut some rope, remove a hot scrim, crimp a wire, or tighten a screw, Leatherman’s Multi-Tools have got you covered”
- Thomas Barney, Sales Associate

Leatherman Multi-Tools are available at Filmtools in Burbank, CA and online at www.Filmtools.com. Call us up, stop by, or drop us an e-mail and ask about our selection of Leatherman Multi-Tools today!

Also, check out the new line of Arri Production Bags & Accessories at Filmtools.com!

Check us out online at www.Filmtools.com or stop by our brick and mortar location in Burbank, CA for all of your expendables and film equipment needs!

Subscribe to our Newsletter,  YouTube channel & Vimeo Channel,  become a fan on Facebook and follow us on Twitter, to stay up to date on all Filmtools news!

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Recap: Best of NAB Show at Filmtools!

Posted on May 6, 2013 by

Filmtools was buzzing on Saturday during the Best of NAB Show event at the store! Representatives from Scheneider Optics, Atomos, Convergent Design, AJA Video, Manfrotto, Libec, Matthews Studio Equipment, Chrosziel, Element Technica, Cam Caddie, Arri Media, Paralinx, & Redrock Micro were on hand to show off some of the newest and hottest products to come out of NAB 2013!

Click the image to see a gallery of photos from the event!

See something at NAB 2013 or at the event that you want more information about? Call us up, stop by, or drop us an e-mail and ask about how you can get them from Filmtools!

Check us out online at www.Filmtools.com, or stop by our brick and mortar location in Burbank, CA for all of your expendables and film equipment needs!

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