Re: Do I really need... Yes/No/But

Hello

How fun…from a maybe to an absolute no!

Personally, I would tend to agree more with Bill. However, it seems like you can possibly get away with it IF you (and your client) have a very clear idea of what is being delivered. I met some guys recently, who are considered very experienced, and they told me that when they do on-site editing its often with just a laptop and no video monitor. They do stat that the setup is far from ideal.

I wonder if the mentality behind someone not using a proper monitor is also to do with the vast amount of consumer editing products out there and the sale pitches telling everyone how easy it all is. . Someone uses Imove and the mental leap from that to something more professional is sometimes hard to justify. Why do I need that when I was fine with this? No realizing how circumstances have changed.

Is the ability to present a justification for such things in a clear and rational manor one of the characteristics that separates a pro from an amateur?

Hmm…if it makes you feel any better I do monitor with broadcast quality equipment.

Sounded a bit elitist there, but then I do like to be a bit of an elitist from time to time.

Many Thanks
Daniel