Top 20 AC Tools: What Every Assistant Camera Needs

Join 1st AC Derek Edwards and cinematographer Shane Hurlbut, ASC, as they delve into the essential tools every camera assistant should have in their kit. From screwdrivers and tape measures to lasers and expendables, discover the must-have gear that will keep you prepared on any film set.
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Derek's Focus Pulling Kit 🎬👇
✅ Small HD 1303 Focus Pulling Monitor: bhpho.to/3WE9KCv
✅ Tilta Nucleus - M Wireless Lens Control System: bhpho.to/3Agruwg
✅ McGuire-Nicholas Mighty Bag Compact Tool Storage Tote, 7-Inch, Grey:
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✅ Screwdrivers: amzn.to/3YzgofW
✅ Robo Grips: amzn.to/4ce7RCb
✅ Filmsticks 9-Piece Allen Key Set (Metric): bhpho.to/4dQCpeH
✅ Standard Allen Wrench: bhpho.to/3Abg5h7
✅ Torque Wrench: bhpho.to/3yC9HPp
✅ Ceramic Scissors: bhpho.to/4dByfXT
✅ Hilte PDE Lazer: amzn.to/4cdJRix
✅ Stanley Fat Max 40ft Tape Measure: amzn.to/46E1wyB
✅ Cavision Cinematographers 65' Tape Measure:
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✅ Velcro: amzn.to/3SFvvjY
✅ Black Dual Lock: amzn.to/4civoSC
✅ Clear Butyl Tape: bit.ly/4e3opic
✅ Canned Air: amzn.to/4dblL9j
✅ KimTech Wipes: amzn.to/46E3wqA
✅ Microfiber Cloth: amzn.to/4fywWuw
✅ Viewfinder Eye Cushion: bhpho.to/3LSdsDD
✅ Sharpie’s: amzn.to/4ciNovU
✅ Action Packer Storage Box: amzn.to/3X42XDH
✅ Egg Crate Foam: amzn.to/4dpbW7O
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[@reliantfilmsproductions9752]

Would love to see videos with technique in focus pulling both with judging distance by eye and using a monitor. Also tips and tricks to help range estimating by with monitor / eye only too

[@ScottSalvi]

Thanks for the tips Derek & Shane! Very helpful!

[@cgrado]

4:30 I think the words you're looking for are "Hook and loop". Very helpful run down!

[@mixtli97]

Thank you for sharing this high-quality information. Best regards.

[@thomasthedanktrain]

Bro this is gold love this!

[@ricardobirnbaum]

What a bunch of great tips! Thanks a "bunch"

[@Ranger7Studios]

I don't use caned air anymore. I use an electric blower which will leave no residue.

[@lilsouschef]

bought the butyl on the link - sent me to the black one vs the clear. do you recommend clear over the black? or is it net-net?

[@filmmakers_academy]

Sorry for the wrong link there, it definitely wants to be clear! We will fix it ASAP!

[@stefanocson6237]

great

[@HOODmov]

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