KaySpinner Cage 'Em Productions

About Me

My name is Karyn, online I am Spinner, and I am a freelance videographer/filmmaker. I have been lending my skills mostly to the music arena and have been lucky enough to have done video for some of the best hard rock bands in my area. I have also had the opportunity to videotape an event or two, one debutante ball, one band battle and one narrative which I did not direct, but I did edit. The narrative was for a 48 hour film challenge.

Editing is what I enjoy doing most, though I think my camera skills are pretty good as well. If you need some video work for your band or event you should contact me here. : )

In terms of my background, well, I was in television news for many years before I took a huge leap of faith to pursue filmmaking and video. Though this is not exactly the best economic climate to become an artist. But I love what I have gotten the opportunity to do and hope to make a living at the new career I am pursuing.

My Interests

I'd like to meet:

...who would I like to meet?...hmmm. How about you!

I am adding people in video and filmmaking, especially Michigan Filmmakers. Michigan has alot of people trying to go into film or video, but we don't know each other...well, maybe I just don't know you. I am trying to meet other filmmakers from Michigan and other places. If you are on the site INDIETALK.com, I'll add you right away! Let me know!

I am also adding some bands. I am partial to Rock, Metal and Hardcore, but who knows? I like ALL KINDS of music so don't feel left out if you are a Jazz or Blues person! Send me an add request. Make a comment or drop me an email anyway if you feel like it...

...and everybody else? Well, go on and send me a request as well... :)

I am always looking for friends and kindred spirits. Artists and like-minds. Lots of fun but chill people so if you are cool, drop me a line. If you are in film, video or anything creative, we will probably have alot to talk about! And if you don't have a talent, well, who cares! Fun people are fun people! Join the party!

....and if you need some video work, keep reading......

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I freelance under the name Cage 'Em Productions. There are samples of my work on this page. I have focused mainly on video for rock bands and I love hearing the music and being around some of the most creative people I know.

In Mid-Michigan, I have done video for:

Milligram Smile
Tension Head
Downseed
Negitive Sleep
Al Lindsey

I have shot Events for:

Revolution Music's Battle of the Bands 2008
Xinos Fantasy Ball

I have edited:
"One Last Shot", edited for the 48 Hour Film Challenge; East Lansing Film Festival

Freelancing as Cage 'Em Productions, if you need video shot for your band, contact me.
I'll work with you on rates, I don't believe in gouging people, so I'm sure we can work something out. I think I have done some good work and believe you will be happy with your end results.

I do video for EPKs or standard press kits, they usually run about 20 minutes long; Basic performance videos; Video for your profile - wherever it is; can edit your footage for you.

Contact me here at: myspace.com/voodoochildrenfilm

Let's Make Something Great!

My Blog

Susan Boyle What Her Viral Also Showed

There is this guy who wrote a column on Susan Boyle and what he got out of her appearance on Britain's Got Talent. A reality show that is sister to America's Got Talent. Susan Boyle, as you should kno...
Posted by on Sat, 09 May 2009 11:15:00 GMT

The Hancock Theatre & Art Gallery: Opening Night

The Hancock Theatre, in my humble opinion, is going to be the kick-ASS place this summer.Yesterday after the 4M meeting, I stayed around to see if I could help out a little. About a week ago, I went d...
Posted by on Sun, 18 Jan 2009 13:53:00 GMT

I Love The Olympics!

Well, I intended to spend the evening importing video into my edit system tonight...and then, the opening ceremony for the Olympics came on.Were it not for the fact that two of the tapes I was using w...
Posted by on Sat, 09 Aug 2008 06:55:00 GMT

THE 2nd ANNUAL RIVERSIDE SAGINAW FILM FESTIVAL

Thursday:I got back from my film screening somewhere around 1:30pm. The screening started at 11:00am today. I resigned myself last week to not having anyone show up to this screening. Everyone I know ...
Posted by on Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:14:00 GMT

A New Kids On The Block Reunion?!?

I read recently that New Kids On The Block were about to re-unite and are planning a tour! The horror! Oh! The horror!
Posted by on Thu, 12 Jun 2008 19:03:00 GMT

Girls at Rock Shows

I have to admit that I have, in the last couple of years have met some very cool girls that I have become friends with who are into heavy music. I am not talking about you, ladies.And so begins my ran...
Posted by on Wed, 28 May 2008 22:40:00 GMT

DOWNSEED opens for FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH

So about now it is 3am and I have just finished off my burrito from Taco Bell. (yeah, classic after bar food).My hair smells like smoke, my feet hurt and there is no way I am going to subsitute teach ...
Posted by on Tue, 20 May 2008 08:12:00 GMT

Robert De Niro, "Hide And Seek" and sucky horror films, PART 1

ROBERT DE NIRO can do anything. De Niro is the consumate actor from RAGING BULL to THE GODFATHER To MIDNIGHT RUN (a personal favorite) to HIDE AND SEEK. There is just a level of ability that mere mort...
Posted by on Sat, 22 Mar 2008 12:08:00 GMT

Robert De Niro, "HIDE AND SEEK" and sucky horror films PART 2

The point is: that I guess I had just forgotten how good De Niro is. I don’t go to a film unless the subject matter and premise is something that appeals to me. HIDE AND SEEK was a film I wasn&r...
Posted by on Sat, 22 Mar 2008 11:42:00 GMT

The Oscars, The View, The Spirit Awards and Middle America

I watched a couple of award shows this weekend. There was the Spirit Awards on IFC. Two hours with no commercials! And the Oscars on Sunday night. I never watch E! Entertainment Television because th...
Posted by on Sun, 24 Feb 2008 22:04:00 GMT