Filipino BBQ Photographer (1st Shift: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM)

General Information

  • Event Date: Sunday, March 16, 2025

  • Venue: Kain Na Filipino Cuisine, San Antonio

  • Shift Timing: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

  • Contact Information:

General Expectations

  • Arrive by 10:30 AM for setup and equipment check.

  • Bring fully charged camera(s), backup batteries, memory cards, and lens wipes.

  • Work independently and coordinate primarily with May and Jane for event logistics.

  • Be friendly and respectful—prioritize candid, action, and group shots.

Detailed Schedule & Shot List

11:00 AM – Event Kickoff

Capture:

  • Doors opening, first guests entering.

  • Street food vendors and cultural booths starting operations.

  • Volunteers (especially May & Jane) distributing and selling tickets—get candid and posed shots.

  • Volunteers briefing and prepping (May & Jane have the R&R list).

  • Wide shots of the venue, signage, and general atmosphere.

Action:

  • Check in with May & Jane for volunteer coverage and any special requests.

  • Let volunteers know you’ll be moving around for photos.

11:10 AM – 11:50 AM

Capture:

  • Guests exploring booths, interacting with vendors, trying food.

  • Close-ups of food, vendor displays, and cultural items.

  • Families and children enjoying the event.

  • Volunteers actively assisting guests and selling tickets.

Action:

  • Rotate between booths and crowd for a variety of angles.

  • Ask for a few posed group shots from vendors and volunteers if appropriate.

12:00 PM – Opening Ceremony (Livestreamed & Photo-Op)

Capture:

  • Audience during the Philippine and American National Anthems (standing, singing, respectful moments)

  • National Anthem performer.

  • Gene Carangal giving opening remarks (get both audience and side angles).

  • Special guest Marc Whyte speaking.

  • Crowd engagement and reactions.

  • Livestream setup in action (behind-the-scenes).

Action:

  • Stay clear of the livestream camera line of sight.

  • Move quietly—avoid flash during anthems and speeches.

  • Be prepared for any group photo opportunities after speeches (coordinate with May or Jane if needed).

1:00 PM – BBQ Demo #1

Capture:

  • Chef/BBQ expert prepping, grilling, and showcasing Filipino BBQ techniques.

  • Close-ups of food, grilling action, and chef at work.

  • Audience watching, asking questions, and interacting.

  • Chef giving tips and Q&A moments.

  • Raffle drawing: capture the announcement, winner’s reaction, and prize handoff.

Action:

  • Use burst mode for action shots (smoke, fire, hands at work).

  • Capture excitement and interaction.

  • Ask the chef for a quick posed shot with their BBQ if possible.

2:00 PM – Island Warriors Stonewolf Chapter Balintawak Arnis (20 min)

Capture:

  • Bryan Pepito speaking about Filipino Arnis and Balintawak origins.

  • Demonstrators performing Balintawak Arnis (action shots).

  • Audience reactions and engagement.

  • Raffle drawing for Balintawak prize: announcement, winner, and prize handoff.

Action:

  • Use burst mode for martial arts action shots.

  • Get both performer and audience perspectives.

  • After the demo, take a quick group photo of the performers if possible.

Additional Reminders

  • Consent: Always ask before photographing children or anyone who seems hesitant.

  • Backup: Swap memory cards or back up images during downtime if possible.

  • Notes: Keep a short log of key shots (raffle winners, guest speakers) for captions.

  • Communication: Check in with May and Jane every hour for special requests or updates.

End of Shift Checklist (3:00 PM)

  • Brief the next shift photographer on ongoing activities and any must-capture moments.

  • Ensure all images are saved and backed up.

  • Return any borrowed equipment.

  • Report to May or Jane with any urgent photo needs for the afternoon.

  • Upload images to Google Photo Gallery

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