Steadicam:

TJ has 25+ years experience on Feature Films Network TV programs, TV series, advertising and corporate work. He has been a Steadicam instructor at the Ojai California workshops. TJ Williams jr. has over 2 years operating experience on Tv and Feature films.

TJ jr is a new strong, young, operator trained by Jerry Holway,(inventor of the variable top stage) and Garrett Brown (inventor of the Steadicam) We often assist for each other so you get the best of both worlds. experience and strength. On long days we trade out operating so we last longer.

TJ on set of "Jason Takes Manhatten", my rig before the Klassen vest, Preston Follow focus, and new Sendera Sled. Panavision X camera. Plenty heavy rig Ah the horror!

 

TJjr on the Set of a recent digital film, shot in Seattle,based on a Russian folk Story.

CAMERAS SUPPORTED

All ENG Video Cameras and Lenses, All l6mm Cameras, all HD cameras.

35mm cameras supported include: Moviecam SL, Lightweight, Arriflex 2C, 3C, and all Model 3, Arriflex Light Weight, Early BL, with geared lense housings. Later BL and blimped Panavision limit the shots length and complexity severely.

TJ prepares the Steadicam on the Set of "Crossfire" a feature film Shot in Burbank, Moviecam Lt Wt. 35mm

 

COMPLETE STEADICAM SYSTEM

Custom Sendera Sled using Xcs Pro Tiffen parts.

2 inch post and 1/5 inch post sled versions

57 lb Gold Spring heavy duty arm.

Super Post

Custom Rickshaw

Preston Fiz 3 motor system the best lens control.

Modulus 3000 video trans. with Diversity receiver

Vehicle Mount to 2" ball receiver for Suv or Van

VIDEO TAP SYSTEM, Arriflex eyepiece

Hand Held wireless video receivers for director

German heavy duty log mode accessories.

Many other little clever gizmos.

Ask about special deals on owned camera with a Steadicam day. Competitive rates gladly quoted.

TJ On The “ExileChair" set on "Dark Drive" a feature film. sync sound 35mm. this very heavy BL4 was Used in this action sequence.

STEADICAM SYSTEM TECHNICAL INFORMATION:

TJ and TJjrs Steadicams are fully film and HD compatible, very high end professional rigs. We have the following tools and accessories: Preston Fiz, wireless focus Zoom and iris control. High Brightness PRO Monitor with Xcs dual frame lines for TV and 185 or other uses. IMP color sunlight viewable Lcd, Monitor. Custom sled with 3 extension sections allows camera to ride above operators head or in the case of lighter cameras below the knees. Some l6mm cameras can touch the ground. 2nd Sled Sendera with Xcs Telescoping post and Xcs telescoping super post. from 7' height to the ground no compromises. This sled also allows various configurations for wind or tight spaces. Both sleds have donkey box II or III tops. Both sleds provide 12 or 24V power for the camera. Video tap and bracketry is included for Arriflex. SR l 2, Arriflex 2C or Arri.model 3. Video tap will fit Arriflex BL l, 2, 3, and 4. Support for all Betacams including Fuji or canon lens remote Iris control. Low mode by adapter to some cameras or BaerBal low mode cage. Hard mount system allows system to be used from pickup trucks, boats, RV’s, ATV’s etc. Custom helicopter mount into Jet Ranger and Stretch Jet. Batteries adapted to Anton Bauer or np1b,We can have as many as you want for events or work away from the chargers or formicrowave transmission and other high power consumption situations. Pag and AntonBauer batteries and chargers are included (First 9 bricks) A New higher power TV transmission system to the director’s monitor.the modulus 3000 will also transmit time code. hand held monitors and a full diversity system with dual yagis is included. The system has the 65 lb Gold Spring arm the heaviest made, a New Klassen back mounted Vest for more exact fit to the operators body, allowing longer time in the harness. A Leather model III vest as a backup or for tight spaces. complete vehicle kit (mounts onto any heavy duty hitch receptacle or flat surface or onto speed rail. Complete tools.

OPERATOR EXPERIENCE:

Please see the resume page for a sample of production experience and the what they say page to hear what producers, directors and Dp’s say about TJ

PORTLAND, SPOKANE, IDAHO, WYOMING, MONTANA, DEAL

Fly me in the night before after business hours, and fly me back at the end of the shoot day and I work with no travel charges!

Shoot deals below these prices, based on interesting work, continuing work, Interesting Travel, projects which assist social issues and the environment.

Local travel van delivery of equipment mileage @.49

 

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