David Phillips makes videos of all kinds.
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Screen Capture Glamour
For this Kentico CMS online commercial, I needed to show close-ups of the software in use. With the client’s help I signed up for the trial and recorded my on-screen actions.
Discover Tectoria
VIATeC hosted Discover Tectoria 2011, a one-day exposition of more than 70 Greater Victoria technology firms and research agencies.
2nd Annual Victoria Launch Party
Some of Victoria’s most promising up-and coming tech companies competed for Most Likely to Succeed, Coolest Concept and Best In Show.
Abstract Developments latest luxury project
‘VUE’ home showcases the latest Smart Home technology for managing water, energy and heat usage, waste reduction and air quality.
2011 VIATeC Golf Tournament
I get invited to the coolest events. For this one, I drove around in a golf cart and covered the 2011 VIATeC Golf Tournament. This event raises money to buy technology tools for Victoria classrooms.
The Copper Cowgirl
She was entertainin’ city-slickers young and old. She was a living statue and she was made of copper. Forged by a heckuva good blacksmith I reckon.
Victoria Landmark Receives New Roof
While still working towards their $750,000 fundraising goal, St. John the Divine has been able to proceed with a new slate roof for their 150 year old church.
Disc Jockey Kudos
Hiway Productions’ Ron Larson (from 100.3 The Q) was the DJ at a wedding I just covered. The guests loved his choice of music – so much so that they were coming up to tell him. Here’s a short video of one such guest.
Sidney Rock Experience
An online promotional video I made for Mineral World in Sidney BC. Who knew coloured stones could be mouthwatering?
Honourary Recognition
This video profiles Tony Melli. He received special recognition during the 2011 VIATeC Technology Awards.
And the nominees are…
For all 10 of the VIATeC Technology Awards we needed nominee profile videos like this one. The others can all be found on the VIATeC Youtube Channel here.
Late Night TV – Host Training
This was the show opener for the 2011 VIATeC Technology Awards. I had a blast working on this with Dan Gunn and Andrew Duffy.
Nominee Bloopers
I had alot of fun recording the nominee profiles for the 2011 VIATeC Technology Awards. This video includes some outtakes and some green-screen fun.
Outstanding Math Teacher
This ‘Education Champion’ profile was one of 16 videos I created for the VIATeC Awards. A much-loved teacher uses technology in her math class at Reynold’s Secondary School.
Interview Trickery
Taking screen-captures from Youtube and the whimsical writings of Dan Gunn, I hung the green screen and we made some movie magic. Matching the audio was the hardest part here – different room tone/microphones.
TechJobs Victoria
VIATeC needed 10 short videos for their new TechJobs Victoria website. This is video #1 depicting the fine 3D animators at Race Rocks Digital. Find more videos in the series here.
Epic Testimonial
Falcon-Software, a Victoria based software company needed a series of short case-study videos. In this one, Ross McIntyre from 100.3 the Q provided the buttery voice-over.
Victoria Launch Party
Members of the technology community and the public shared cocktails and appies, mingled, and heard from five finalists from the New Ventures BC Competition.
Camosun Strategy
This video asks you to participate in imagining the future of Camosun college. Music used in this video: Delmo Acoustic and CDK Summertime Instrumental.
Road Trip to Disneyland
Our 3 day RV journey to the Magic Kingdom.
Balloons Float Away
A fun video I made of my niece losing her birthday balloons.
Biggest McDonald’s Order
From the dashboard of my mini-van I record my McDonald’s drive-thru adventure.
Fall ’09 Uber Update
A few months of family home videos all wrapped up in a short little video.
Golf Management Program
Camosun College needed a fun video describing their Golf Management Program. The program provides students with the background to enter the golf industry.
All in a Day’s Work
This video is a feel good companion to Camosun College’s Home Support/Resident Care Attendant program information. Song by Vetiver used with permission.
3 Kids in 3 Minutes
Ah the music video. A handy method to share months of home video with my family. Short and silly.
MyCamosun Contest
Camosun College asked me to help them edit this online promo video for a user-submitted video contest.
Life is Unbelievable
I heard this song on CBC Radio3 and immediately needed to make a family video with it.
Alumni Soundbites
College means many things to many people. Listen to these grads talk about their experiences at Camosun College.
September Epic
So I’m driving in my mini-van listening to the Little Miss Sunshine soundtrack and I hear it. The perfect song for a family music video.
Bonnie & Gordie’s 50th Anniversary
I created this video for my parent’s 50th anniversary. I found the song on the Pixar ‘Cars’ soundtrack. I paid a visit to my parents’ baker and barber and had them send their wishes.
Dragon Pool and Watermelon
Here’s a musical glimpse into our current home life with the three rugrats.
Snow Day
Huge snowfall. The next day, calm and sunny.
Charlie is Born!
Charlie arrived 9 lbs 3.5 oz with lots of dark hair. His 2 big sisters were very happy to meet him – and help feed him with his special squeeze bottle.
WaterDog – Automatic Fountain
This video played on small video screens within Canadian Tire aisles across Canada.
Beautiful (Technological) BC
This short vignette was created for the VIATeC Technology Awards in 2006. Written and performed by the always funny David Sovka (and his daughter).
Wedding Videos – 90′s flashback
A mashup of my old wedding demos. Cue the 90′s! Check out my wedding video services to learn more.
Early Animations
Here’s a collection of stop-motion animations I made in 1978 when I was 6. My Ben Kenobi action figure, a shark, Lego and some Hot Wheels.








































