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Videography........
"Your One Stop Deposition Agency"
Serving Northern California
Since 1975
“In Deposition Reporting you require professionalism, dependability, availability and stability as well as quick turnaround.
Anything else is just not acceptable!”
DeMichelle Videography
Meet our Videographer
DeMichelle Deposition Reporters of Northern CA provides Certified Legal Video Specialists
to handle all aspects of legal video production and ensure quality control at every stage.
VIDEO DEPOSITIONS :
The capturing of testimony via electronic means (videotape) as per State or Federal rules.
SITE SURVEY :
A documentary-style video program that examines/illustrates sites critical to the case.
COPIES OR "DUBS":
The transference of audio and video information from one videotape to another.
COURTROOM PRESENTATION:
Presentation of video, computer animation, photos and documents to a judge and/or jury for trial or settlement.
EDITING VIDEO DEPOSITIONS:
For presentation of edited video testimony via videotape.
Excellent substitute when witness is unavailable for trial. Cost-effective and simple to
operate.
DOCUMENT IMAGING AND PRESENTATION :
For high volume document and photo presentation, CD-ROM imaging can be the best approach. This technology provides
fast access to thousands of documents or photographs and has zoom, color annotate and highlighting capabilities.
CD-ROM SYNCHRONIZED VIDEO/TRANSCRIPT:
For unmatched impeachment capabilities as well as tremendous research potential, the synchronization of video
with the reporter's transcript is essential. By using the Video Solutions presentation system attorneys can access video
deposition footage fast with powerful effect.
VIDEO PHOTOS:
Creating a still photo from a frame of video. Excellent for creating hard copy exhibits of an event or deposition.
TRAINING TAPES:
Videotaping the training seminars your firm. Allows creation of video resource library for your entire staff.
MOCK TRIALS :
Preparation of video testimony and demonstrative evidence for presentation. Videotaping of opening and closing
arguments as well as jury deliberation videotaped.
RE-CREATIONS:
Re-creation of an event. Events that benefit from visual information (accidents, expert demonstrations or tests.)
2D AND 3D GRAPHICS :
Computer generated graphics designed to illustrate complex events and systems.
EXAMPLES:
Flow of toxic waste from dumps into groundwater; movement of people during a crime; workings of a refinery; or computer system operation.
Videographers Preserve deposition testimony beyond the
written record on broadcast-quality video equipment.
Video Synchronization:
Video synchronization enables you to instantly find that key
deposition testimony which is automatically linked to the
video, audio, transcript text and exhibits. Let the judge and
jury SEE and HEAR firsthand what the witness said before
and HOW he said it. Video, audio, transcript text and exhibits
are displayed on one screen.
Transfer of Videotape to CD-Rom:
With your videotaped depositions transferred to CD-Rom, you can present witnesses' testimony from the convenience
of your computer monitor. Monitors can easily be stationed for the judge, jury and participants to see and hear.
Synchronize video with depo transcript at no additional charge, for easy access to testimony.
Our compressed
transcript includes video time stamps for
your convenience. Display at trial for unparalleled
impeachment. Provoke a favorable settlement by showing
video clips of compromising testimony to opposing counsel.
VIDEO DEPOSITION FACT SHEET
The followings
are standard procedures dictated by the
California Code of Civil Procedure. Any or all of these
procedures can be waived by stipulation.
Start of Deposition :
A brief statement is read into the record by the video
specialist. Each attorney will be asked to audibly identify
themselves and state whom they represent. The court
reporter swears in the witness and the examination begins.
Witness Screen-Space :
The witness is seen alone in a medium or head/shoulders
shot. Slight changes may be made to follow action.
Close-ups on Exhibits :
When requested, exhibits will be videotaped in close-up.
Off The Record:
The Video Specialist will go off the record only when all parties agree to do so. He /she will state, "Going off the
record the time is __;" turn off the equipment and say, "tape has stopped." At this point no recordings are made.
The Record:
After a break the Video Specialist will go back on the record
only when all parties agree to do so. He/she will state, "Going
back on the record the time is __;"
Changing Tapes:
To minimize interruptions, we strive to change tapes during
natural breaks. Occasionally we will ask for a short break to
change tapes.
Private Conversation :
Whispers and asides will probably be recorded.
Time/Date Stamp :
To help locate a specific portion of testimony, an
hour/minute/second stamp appears on the bottom of the
video screen and noted on the written transcript.
VHS Viewing Copy :
VHS Viewing Copies are provided for a fee to all parties.
DeMichelle uses only the highest quality professional
video/audio components available today. We employ
operators who are Notaries Public and are Certified Legal
Video Specialists.
Broadcast Cameras :
3 chips provide 1,000,000 pixels & 700 resolution lines. New technology and low-light
capability allows most depositions
to be videotaped with existing light sources. 16:1 zoom lens
for exquisite head and shoulders shot and precise
magnification of the smallest exhibits.
Broadcast Video Tape Recorders :
Direct compatibility with broadcast cameras. Automatic
editing function for glitch-free recording. Complete and
separate control of both audio channels.
Audio Separation :
Witness only on channel one. Full mix on channel two. Allows
precise audio editing.
Sony ECM-55B Microphones :
Each participant has their own microphone for precise and
clear audio recording. Very small microphones create
minimum distraction.
Audio Mixers:
Balanced audio controls provide noise-free recordings.
Separate pods for precision control of microphones. Audio
reference tone for accurate audio duplication.
Time Code/Time Date Generation :
SMPTE time code for fast retrieval and quick editing. Hour/minute/seconds on-screen
display. Synchronized to
reporter's transcript for easy research.
Sony Color-Critical Monitors :
Color-critical precise understanding of field color. Large
screen-face provides easy monitoring. Small footprint
creates less distraction.
Neutral Backdrops :
To replace distracting or non-neutral settings.
S-VHS Master Video Tape :
Broadcast quality video tape. Excellent signal-to-noise ratio.
Superior edit and duplication specifications.
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