5 TIPS FOR STAYING ORGANIZED ON SET

[@JaimeAndresMedia]

That table cart is awesome, what a great idea !

[@coryweaver6118]

Great video! Sooo many gear reviews out there, but so few videos for working pros. I picked up several useful nuggets! Thanks so much Griffin!

[@GriffinConway]

Awesome! Glad to hear that Cory.

[@zachjamieson8784]

Amazing video, not enough ppl talk through on set organization

[@GriffinConway]

So true! Thanks for watching!

[@MattSpaugh]

Great tips. I"m at that point where my small rolling carts are too small but a full blown production cart is too much hassle so I'm looking for anything I can do to stay organized on location. One thing I've done is create videos of my cases and how they're packed that i can send to PAs that I hire. They seem to appreciate it and if I put some whack comment toward the end I can usually tell if they've watched the video or not... good help is hard to fine in my town! Keep up the great work - Rave on!

[@charlesconway447]

Griffin - Great video. Definitely the most useful one of it's kind I've seen. I'm in the midst of a long-overdue gear reorganization at the moment, and I will certainly be implementing some of your ideas, particularly the color code/inventory list for each kit. Thanks for sharing!

[@potvoramedia]

I had my first really big shooting about month ago and even though I have just a fraction of your gear, the car trunk was still full of it. I had my gear split into several types - lights and light modifiers (stands, bounce boards, filters, ...), audio (mikes, headphones, various cables, etc.) video-related stuff and others (slider, tripods, steadicam, ...), all color-coded (blue=audio, red=video). It helped me a lot to have things properly organized as there was a relatively small time window to shoot everything. Of course this wouldn't have worked if I hadn't prepared the list of takes. Why am I telling this? I thought I was organized and well-prepared - but you and your video have shown me that I am at the very start of what good organization actually means. Labelling all the gear is one of the things that is pretty awesome! Definitely will do. Griffin, I love your behind the scenes and insightful videos! Thanks for that!

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks so much for sharing! I love hearing about other filmmakers organization and experiences. Really glad you enjoyed the video!

[@stheshooter]

Great video! I'll be using some of these tips forsure! 🤘🏻

[@stheshooter]

One thing I've seen done is some camera ops I've shot with had different colored handles for their pelican cases (yellow, blue, red) which was cool.

[@TylerEdwards]

Great topic Griff! Thanks for sharing your experience! On set organization is crucial!

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks so much Tyler! Glad you enjoyed it bro!

[@VincentPowell]

Solid tips fam!

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks a lot Vincent! Glad you enjoyed the video bro!

[@narrativegadget1981]

Really like the labeling tip!

[@GriffinConway]

Awesome glad you liked it!

[@ptw_cine]

clear, efficient, and useful

[@GriffinConway]

Thank you!

[@HenryOrtlip]

Great video Griffin! Funny stuff I have the exact same tape on the outside of my Peli Air's too :) -- On flights though the tape would start getting scrapped off with handling, So I reapplied the tape but in the grooves around the edge of the peli, so its impossible for the tape to wear off over time ( and it looks cleaner too) -- Keep up the great content!

[@GriffinConway]

Nice tip! That’s a great idea!

[@BigFlavorFilms]

Great tips man!

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks a lot! Glad you enjoyed them!

[@jok7837]

Is the Peli Air 1745 long case something you would recommend for tripods and light stands in same box? Or does it become too heavy and cumbersome as one unit?

[@sickhcivc]

Damn so many great ideas I never thought of! Going to order stickers today, can you tell me what bag you using for your C500?

[@GriffinConway]

sickhcivc that’s awesome! Glad you enjoyed the video. I posted the link to the bag in the description of the video 👍

[@markbenavides3345]

I love this kind of info, it's as valuable as gear. My anxiety and stress doesn't come from the shoot, it comes from when I'm swapping lenses, media, filters, batteries and it's unorganized. ...Im ready to have a stroke. Since I'm a one man band I use a rolling tool bag that Husky makes and you can find at Home Depot for any type of grip equipment, extension cords, tape, etc.

[@GriffinConway]

Mark Benavides glad you enjoyed the tips Mark! I totally feel you on the stress added when things are disorganized. That’s why I like these workflow systems. Thanks for checking the video out!

[@cwinasia]

@@GriffinConway I use both the cards and the stickers and tried some bus card size stickers for my larger cases when travelling. How have you found the small stickers hold up? I find mine fall apart within a year (laminate comes off), not a huge issue as they are cheap and easy to replace, but I think the big ones are tougher. I do work mostly in tropical areas, Thailand and SEA so if you are in a drier climate you may get more use out of them. I went for a bright colour so I can quickly spot my stuff. They fit on almost everything.

[@SamLucas26]

Hey Griffin, what’s the v mount plate on your c500ii? I’m looking for a plate like that, that doesn’t need rails for my c300mkiii

[@GriffinConway]

It’s a great solution from fullframecamera.co I highly recommend it

[@SamLucas26]

Sweet! I’ve been looking for something exactly like it and, at least as of now, there’s like, no other solution that clean haha. Thanks for the info, brotha! Keep killing it 🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@GriffinConway]

I’ve got a video coming on his v lock solution and also on the cheese plate that he makes. Thanks for the support Sam! I appreciate it bro!

[@SamLucas26]

Looking forward to it, man! Hopefully I’ll have mine by then 😂 And sure thing bro, always love finding great channels with good content like yours! 🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@christiandacosta]

Yo what was that c stand bag? How many can you fit in there?

[@GriffinConway]

www.amazon.com/Think-Tank-Professional-Photography-Equipment/dp/B07MMKQ42X/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=think+tank+c+stand+bag&qid=1595486198&sr=8-1 you can fit about 4-5 c stands in there. It will be heavy but it has wheels. Overall a great investment so I don’t damage my car when transporting and also makes it easy to wheel them in to set instead of having to bring them individually

[@KandaProductions]

Information like this is so rare! Thanks for putting out this video, amazing as usual.

[@GriffinConway]

Stoked you enjoyed it! Thanks for checking it out.

[@mitchmedmedia5386]

My mild ocd loves all of these tips. Thank you!

[@GriffinConway]

Haha yes!! Same here

[@FKfilmphotography]

Useful tips however the colour coded stuff would be a nightmare for me as I often interchange gear into different kits.

[@GriffinConway]

Hey Ferhan, totally get you on that one. For a long time I was in the same boat. What pushed me over the edge to make dedicated “kits” for everything was the feeling you get when you leave for out of town shoots and you are always wondering if you have every cable/adpter/clamp etc haha. It’s always the little things that get me.

[@FKfilmphotography]

@@GriffinConway I can relate to that

[@joenicklo]

I've been using Sidio Crates lately. They're great for transporting things like extension cords/stingers/power cables etc., as well as bulk items.

[@GriffinConway]

One of my teammates just got a few sidio crates. I like the ones with the clear lids so it’s easy to see what’s in there. They are nice, might have to pick some up soon!

[@josephberkeley]

Great video. I love to stay organized. I label all of my kit with a brother P touch label maker. My wife mocks me but it sure is nice knowing which lens cap goes with which lens. Before a big shoot I like to take everything out of the bags and vacuum out the inside of the bags and the inside of the truck. It gives me a chance to think things through, charge all batteries, and get any stuff out of the bags that do not belong in them. I would love to have an Innovative cart but it's a bit pricey for me so I work with a Rock 'N' Roller. Added a shop built shelf to the top of it. Heavy stuff goes on the bottom. Lighter kit goes on the top. I like Pelican for my lighting kit, Think Tank for camera gear. Everything is on wheels as nothing gets lighter at the end of the day. Always do a final walk through to make sure I did not leave anything behind. One other piece of kit that saves me is a headlamp such that when it is dark I can rig up my kit, or break it down and find it all.

[@GriffinConway]

Love this Joe! We are cut from the same cloth. Rock n rollers are a great option as well. The inovativ price was a bitter pill to swallow haha. I also do a end of the day walkthrough (I call it the "dummy check"), and I use a headlamp for cleanup on exterior evening shoots as well. Thanks for watching Joe!

[@BryantNaro]

Oh my dude, just budget for the inovativ whenever you can (I know that's easier said than done, but for real). I used a rock n roller with a top shelf and grip and gaff bag for like 10 years. Still have it, replaced the wheels a few times, but it's great. But the inovativ truly is next level. It's so easy to move heavy equipment around, and as Griffin Conway mentions, it's like your own little camera island to work from. Absolutely a game changer, I wish I had bought mine years ago. Bonus: It's flight ready.

[@MuhammadFloyd]

This is helpful for when ppl ask to help me. I always decline cause I don’t want someone putting something in the wrong bag

[@mtmccornack]

I've been working live sound gigs for over 20 years now, and EACH and EVERY cord cable or piece of kit I own has a small piece of blue electrical tape attached... I one returned to a venue a year later only to notice my 100 foot power cord just chillin' in the middle of the venue.. I was like... "Hey, I know you!"

[@VivaMediaInc]

We follow most of these tips! We have a main kit with all our camera gear, and put it all back in the exact same spot. Its our "bug out bag" for camera gear. Super handy and keeps the flow going on set. Same goes for lighting kits or specialty kits.

[@Okzander]

Hi Griffin! I have been really inspired by your organization here. I have my own video business and wanted to get those same pelican crates. What number / sizes do u have? Really appreciate the help!

[@user-nu8bf3bf9m]

Which Sachtler Dr Bag are you using? Sachtler SC003 or SC004?

[@沈重光-l1p]

I've learned a lot of organizing tricks at school, but the color label of the case and everthing in it seems very useful! There are times when I take out several same lighting kits and when packing, I can't tell which cable goes to which case.

[@BryantNaro]

Such a solid list! The moo stickers are a great idea...I've been getting asset tags done, and while they're really beefy, I think your solution is a lot more suitable (and way cheaper). I love the kit color idea, too.

[@Brian-Hansen]

One thing I have started to do is to format all the cards I need in the cameras before I go to the job. Nothing more annoying than being ready to record and either not having cards, or saying “wait, I need to format cards”

[@TheFirstMillion]

Very helpful

[@bashmedia]

thanks

[@sh03man13]

Would love to see a video dedicated to how you pack your cases! Great video!

[@ElleEdwards_Inc]

Great video!

[@robinkirchhofer1991]

👍🏾👍🏾 like the color Kit

[@YourStoryStudios]

Moo are great! Got business cards through them. Might be to get some stickers too!

[@GriffinConway]

I have their business cards as well and love the quality

[@TravelTourTaste]

Hello my friend hope you are well and having a great day so far. Just found you today and really pleased we have your videos are awesome bro. Thanks so much for sharing your hints, tips and knowledge with us. We are new to this game and really appreciate your help and inspiration. Love it, keep up the great work bro. Stay safe and take care, catch up soon God bless you 🙏👍❤️

[@Loqu4]

Nice! Love the tip on taking a photo of your setup. My setup changes depending on the type of shoot so I think before each shoot im just gona take a photo and send it to my assistant. Oh I’ve also been looking for a sachtler bag that fits my c300mkiii with TOP handle and monitor on, can I know which model are you using?

[@GriffinConway]

That's a great idea Julian. I just updated the video description to include a link to the Sachtler Dr Bag that I use. I actually bought 2 of them. One for my c200 and one for my fully built c500 mark ii with Bright Tangerine cage, and v mount setup.

[@Loqu4]

Griffin Conway thanks!

[@KevinConwayChannel]

There are the videos that are SUPER helpful and should have way more views.

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks so much Kev!

[@MisaelRodriguez]

Loves this!

[@CodyPyper]

This is great man, thank you for sharing!

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks Cody!

[@user-nu8bf3bf9m]

Woah, I love your videos!!! Just subscribed! What easy rig are you using??

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks so much! Really appreciate that. I own the easyrig mini max which is good for basic rig configurations up to 12 pounds or so, but also rent the vario 5 with serene arm or vario 5 with stabil arm depending on the job.

[@benchxwychua443]

C004 should be on yellow or green tape. Red is reserved for A Cam.

[@GriffinConway]

Different productions do it different ways. I'm not saying you are wrong at all, but the way I do it with my team is all cameras use red tape. Also, all the other multicam productions I have been on do it this way as well.

[@varonivargas2026]

amazing video bro! very usefull!

[@GriffinConway]

Thank you!

[@KleberEleven]

Good stuff!

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks Kleber! Appreciate it bro!

[@krischanrudolph6005]

For Batteries I use a red and a green zip lock back. The rest I clear I guess

[@GriffinConway]

Nice! Good tip

[@frasermacmannis614]

Charging case would make a cool video.

[@GriffinConway]

For sure I’ll keep that in mind and try to make a video on it at some point

[@MrIanWebb]

One tip, that saves me tons of time on set is: Place white paper tape over the terminals of all charged batteries. This helps anyone identify which batteries are fresh, and which ones are not. Thanks for this video, I learned a lot!

[@larsosejohansen]

3:22 I usually put a extra battery in a pocket on me.

[@GriffinConway]

👍🙌

[@NickGuttridge]

Wonderful video, my only comment is to use flame proof bags for your batteries and store them at home/studio in ammo boxes. Lithium batteries can expand, amazingly catch fire. You can't put it out with water.

[@GriffinConway]

Wow that’s really interesting. I will look more in to that. Do you have any recommendations for flame proof bags?

[@NickGuttridge]

@@GriffinConway Sure, I use 'Lipo Guard' bags. Using ammo boxes kinda freaks clients out, I keep them on the bottom of my Inovativ cart. At least I'm not going to burn down the set!

[@alvinburrell]

Some great ideas... I have experience of not locking the case - never again. Another suggestion is to buy a fairly cheap garden trolley; they can hold 4 or 5 pelican cases and are very robust for moving equipment around :-)

[@stefanthorndahl1666]

super useful! I'll definitely get some coloured tape too. Thanks a bunch!

[@avtoportret]

Good stuff! Which mount you're using to mount Ninja on to Ronin S?

[@GriffinConway]

Thank you! It’s this part with a magic arm to hold the monitor. www.smallrig.com/smallrig-mounting-plate-for-dji-ronin-s-2214.html

[@avtoportret]

@@GriffinConway and which magic arm? the cheap ones I tried are not able to hold Ninja V with a big battery

[@bmtfilm7538]

Very helpful.

[@GriffinConway]

Thank you!

[@chrisdorsano5531]

Which model Pelican cases are these at 4:38? kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZomzqGCrmK1oi6c

[@GriffinConway]

Shorter one: amzn.to/3y4mPaW Taller one: amzn.to/3uSWnPT

[@chrisdorsano5531]

@@GriffinConway Thank you Griffin. Appreciate all the great content.

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks for watching Chris! Hit me up if you have any more questions!

[@SamBryce]

Awesome advice here. This guy shoots! 🎥

[@ConnorNewell]

This is one of the most useful and practical KZbin video I've seen. Keep it up!! Sub'd.

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks so much Connor! Really appreciate that. Also, my brothers name is Connor 😄🙌

[@sk8mcbang]

Loved this video! Thank you!

[@alvinburrell]

That was a really useful video, thanks Griffin. I have found a really useful item - a foldable garden trolly. I can hold 4 or 5 cases in one place, it holds a good amount of weight, has wheels and can be folded down to a fairly small package for storage. This is a UK version but I'm sure you can get his on Amazon US. www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01M1MOY15/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@GriffinConway]

That’s awesome thanks for the tip Alvin. Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@jiakailou5192]

Thanks for your great content! How do you like the Sachtler cinema camera bag? I just rigged up a C200 and I'm indecisive of which case or bag to buy. I'm looking at Pelican 1510 and this Sachtler bag. It seems it could be a lot easier to put the whole rigged camera into the bag instead of the case.

[@GriffinConway]

Jiakai Lou thanks a lot! I own a pelican 1510 and I own 2 of the Sachtler bags that I have linked in the description. Since buying the Sachtler bags I haven’t used my 1510. It is so much note convenient to leave camera fully assembled. It makes the case way more usable, versus having to strip it all the way down to fit in the pelican. I just found myself putting my camera strapped in with the seatbelt on my front seat instead of using the case when I tried to use the pelican since it took too long to break it down every time.

[@ZacAlviz]

Great vid man! We need more content like this!!!

[@GriffinConway]

Thank you!

[@mattc3510]

Very helpful video. I like the locked case or open case that is very smart

[@GriffinConway]

Thank you!

[@volkom91]

Awesome video, very helpful. Keep them coming!

[@GriffinConway]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for checking it out

[@shagral_]

Dude you are on a roll! This stuff is gold, thank you very much

[@GriffinConway]

Thank you so much!

[@f-tech2790]

Would love to see what is in your light kit and how you pack it for flying!

[@GriffinConway]

Check my 1dx mark iii and c500 Mark ii | gear + production breakdown video and I go over that exact thing!

[@cwinasia]

Super helpful, always love to know how other people set up and keep it all together.

[@GriffinConway]

Glad you enjoyed it Chris! Thanks for watching!

[@eifionjones8513]

Good stuff. Love the colour coded kit idea. 👍

[@GriffinConway]

Thanks a lot! It’s helped me out a ton

[@DaveLerrick]

Great tips! I still get people trying to have their coffee klatch on my cart too often :(

[@GriffinConway]

The struggle is real 😄 Occasionally happens to me too. I saw a guy on set who had a cart and he used fluorescent pink tape and wrote “Not for Coffee” on the inside of the cart. Still considering doing this hahaha

[@DaveLerrick]

@@GriffinConway Haaa I totally respect that! Might look funny but do the trick :)

[@YourStoryStudios]

That cart looks awesome! Need to look at where I can get one.

[@GriffinConway]

Added a link to the Inovativ cart in the bio 👍

[@YourStoryStudios]

@@GriffinConway thank you!

[@jmsdfilms]

I've learned a bunch of new things again, Griffin! The best one was labeling with electric tape! I do wanna get that Inovativ Voyager NXT, but I think that's overkill for weddings. Haha! Great video man!

[@GriffinConway]

That's awesome John! The tape was a small but useful change for me! You would be the most legit wedding videographer with an Inovativ cart for sure! haha

[@jmsdfilms]

@@GriffinConway Right? I've got some colored gaff tape. I can use that for now. I don't have that many cases anyway. I'll look into getting that cart then. I'm also thinking of getting an Easy Rig for my Sony Fs5. But we'll see. LOL!

[@GriffinConway]

Easyrigs are great. I use an easyrig minimax. It works great with small to mid sized cinema camera like the c500 Mark ii / c200 / fs7 / fs5 etc

[@jmsdfilms]

@@GriffinConway, I'm sure! I would love to buy one. However, the price is insane. I did, however, found one on the FB marketplace for $750. We'll see, though. I can't be spending a bunch of dough on gear right now. My producer (my wife) will not be happy. LOL! Plus, weddings here in LA or anywhere really is not happening. Small commercial shoots, on the other hand, are slowly coming around.

[@GriffinConway]

JohnMark Datingaling I have the same producer problems!! Lol