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Episode 312 – Goods Release, Final Check (3)
The next day, late in the morning.
Lee Kyung-bok was riding in Park Joo-ho's car.
“I really don’t know why they do random drawing.”
“It’s all because of greed.”
The two were talking about the broadcast yesterday.
“Still, I’m glad that Decibel-nim didn’t waste his time.”
After the first coaching session, Decibel personally continued broadcasting the ranked matches.
It was hard to believe that it was only the first day, but we quickly reached the yellow zone, but we had to end the broadcast after experiencing traffic congestion due to the chronic problem of random pickers.
“So from now on, we’re only going to practice the 10 lines?”
“For now? That’s better, based on experience.”
And yesterday, Lee Kyung-bok chose '10-line invasion' as his second real-life coaching. He went around the Metal Punch community and measured the opponent's skills to conduct a 10-line match.
“Well, it doesn’t matter on the first day because it’s an impromptu trial, but now I might get sniped.”
Park Joo-ho also agreed with his method.
On the first day, most people like Skull Kim would just try to get in with good intentions, but on the second day, there was a high possibility that there would be snipers looking for attention.
“But fortunately, Decibel seems to be having some fun. No matter how good your stress tolerance is, it’s important to taste success first.”
“Isn’t that what Mr. Baek said?”
Lee Kyung-bok smiled and recalled old memories.
“It’s not exactly the same, but it’s similar. It’s what you said to me when I failed the test.”
Lee Kyung-bok was eventually forced to give up the test as he was considered a new recruit.
'Kyungbok, you are a genius. But even the most genius can have moments of frustration.'
At that time, Baek Kang-min took care of Lee Gyeong-bok more than the successful candidates.
'Still, believe in the success you've achieved so far. There's a difference between being obsessed with the past and believing in past experiences.'
I thought I would never be able to play the game again.
'That experience will lift you up. Never doubt that you can succeed again.'
The reason why I was able to change my mind after hearing Choi Byung-hoon's suggestion.
'You can do it.'
It was thanks to the advice of Baek Kang-min, who believed that Lee Kyung-bok would one day demonstrate his talent again.
“I didn’t specialize in coaching or anything. I’m just imitating Coach Baek.”
“Then that would be a perfect mimic.”
Park Joo-ho laughed and joked around. But there was sincerity mixed in the joke.
'What makes this guy great isn't just his talent.'
Lee Kyung-bok was not only talented, but he also knew how to discern and accept both good and bad opinions about himself.
Because I was quick to accept positive feedback, my growth, both internally and externally, was extraordinary.
Lee Kyung-bok laughed at his friend's joke and quickly changed the subject.
“But Mr. Daehan, aren’t you going with us? Wouldn’t it be better to pick him up and go together?”
“Oh, Mr. Daehan said he would go to the studio first to help prepare for the shoot.”
“Oh, really?”
Lee Kyung-bok smiled awkwardly at him.
“No, if someone who doesn’t know saw it, they would think it was a black company.”
* * *
The two arrived at the photo studio.
“Uh… It’s surprisingly big.”
“Yeah. I thought it was some kind of photo studio.”
The two people who got out of the car opened their eyes wide when they saw the size of the studio.
“Isn’t it okay to use it as a small exhibition hall?”
“This is the correct address.”
Park Joo-ho checked the address again.
Lee Kyung-bok smiled at him and waved his hand.
“No, of course that’s true.”
The familiar atmosphere of the large crowd was already felt inside. So the two entered the studio right away.
“No, bro. I’m telling you the truth.”
“Hey, even so, to that extent…”
Cho Dae-han was talking to a man wearing a hunting cap. Judging from the camera he was wearing around his neck, he seemed to be a photographer.
After that, the MD team members dispatched from Shop Fandom came into view.
“Ah, you came!”
Soon, Cho Dae-han found the two and raised both his hands in greeting. He stood between the photographer and the two men and finished the introductions for both sides.
“I owe this writer a lot to me when I was working as a model. I asked him to do this for me.”
“No, this guy suddenly came to me yesterday and said he was a model worth taking pictures of, so I made a bet.”
After exchanging greetings, the photographer smiled and began small talk.
“A bet?”
“Yes. Since we have a long history together, we originally decided to give you a special price. But what if it doesn’t suit my taste? Then I’ll accept the regular price.”
He looked back and forth between Lee Kyung-bok and Park Joo-ho and then let out a sigh.
“Okay, but now that I look at it, I can’t give you a special price.”
“No, brother…!”
It was the moment when Jo Daehan opened his eyes wide in bewilderment.
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“No, why? Looking at the models, I think I should give them an additional discount on top of the special price.”
“Ah, seriously, hyung, come on!”
Cho Dae-han, relieved by the following words, gave a hint. Lee Kyung-bok and Park Joo-ho laughed at that.
“Thank you so much for your kind words.”
“This is our first time doing offline model shooting. We would appreciate your help.”
The photographer's joke made the atmosphere easier even at first sight. He continued talking with a smile.
“Is this your first time at a hologram studio?”
“Yes, that’s right.”
“As expected. I could feel that you were curious when you came in.”
“Is it very different from a regular studio?”
When the two people looked puzzled, Jo Dae-han answered on their behalf.
“Virtual reality filming is the trend in the video industry, but it’s different for photos. In particular, advertising photos of ‘real products’ such as clothing or food are stipulated by law to be taken offline only.”
“The law?”
“No matter how similarly they are implemented, objects in virtual reality are considered ‘digital goods.’ Therefore, using photos from virtual reality is considered ‘false advertising.’ That’s why the Fuzzy Day After Party is an offline broadcast.”
Park Joo-ho also added that he knew about this. When Lee Kyung-bok nodded at him, the photographer burst out laughing.
“Well, thanks to you, I can eat and live. Okay, I’ll explain the rest while we film.”
“Oh, let’s change clothes first. The changing room is over here.”
At the photographer's words, Cho Dae-han stepped forward and made his move. After chatting with the MD team members, he came pushing a cart with neatly folded hoodies on it.
“Oh, it came out really well.”
“The fabric and color are nice too.”
There were three colors of hoodies available: black, white, and purple.
“Oh, I felt like this color would suit my skin tone.”
The photographer continued, each pointing to a different color.
“Manager, you can wear black, you can wear white, and the CEO can wear purple.”
"all right."
“Then I’ll go change and come back.”
The three headed straight to the locker room.
* * *
First, Lee Kyung-bok, who had finished changing his clothes, looked at the studio with amazement.
“Wow, does it look real?”
“Haha, these days, if you close your eyes and open them again, there’s a new technology coming out.”
The photographer used a holographic device placed in the studio to freely change the background.
As he moved his hands, various backgrounds appeared, including a city center, an alley, and a meadow.
“As I said earlier, what is legally restricted is the ‘product.’ Backgrounds are an exception, so we use holograms more than location shooting.”
There was a reason the studio was so big. While Lee Kyung-bok was admiring it, the other two people also finished changing into their costumes.
“Okay, good. Let’s do a quick check before we start filming in earnest.”
Cho Dae-han spoke in an enthusiastic voice and led the two people in front of the camera.
“First, you both need to find the most comfortable position. Would you like to stand naturally?”
“Naturally.”
"hmm."
Lee Kyung-bok and Park Joo-ho followed the instructions. The photographer looked back and forth between the image captured in the camera frame and the actual scene, then sighed and felt sorry.
“Huh, if you even show the real face, it would be an overwhelming visual… This is such a waste, really.”
Cho Dae-han made a proud expression as if he had been praised. But soon he looked at the two with a serious expression.
“Are you two having a hard time right now? Are you uncomfortable just standing there?”
He waved his hand without waiting for an answer.
“It’s okay. Normally, I don’t think much of it, but when I see a camera, I can’t help but feel awkward.”
“There is definitely that aspect to it.”
“You said it was comfortable, but it’s not completely comfortable.”
Cho Dae-han's eyes lit up at the two people's affirmation. This time, it was an opportunity to provide direct help.
“So, what’s the problem? It’s the hands, the hands. That’s what most beginner models worry about.”
“Oh, that’s right.”
“I definitely feel awkward about where to put my hands… … ”
Cho Dae-han smiled brightly at the reply he received.
“I knew it would happen again, so I prepared for it. There are two methods that you can use right away. The first is to hide your hands.”
“Are you hiding it?”
“Yes. A hoodie pocket is good, or putting it in the back pocket of your pants is not bad either.”
Lee Kyung-bok and Park Joo-ho followed the instructions. Soon their expressions changed.
“Oh? Something feels more comfortable.”
“I find hood pockets more comfortable than back pockets.”
“Okay. So what’s the second one? It’s prop utilization.”
Jo Dae-han searched under the cart as if he was possessed and took something out.
"that?"
“It’s an OTP tumbler, right?”
It was the tumbler that was going to be released this time. Cho Dae-han said as he handed the tumbler to the two people.
“It’s more stable when you hold something in your hand. Okay, hold the logo so that it’s visible. It’s our goods, so we need to do PPL.”
“Wow, Mr. Daehan has prepared a lot.”
When Lee Gyeong-bok smiled and praised him, Jo Dae-han's cheek rose on its own.
“You are doing a great job. Just remember those two things for your hands, and then the lower body. The position of your feet is important.”
He soon demonstrated it himself.
“First, please step forward like this. Next, don’t look straight ahead. Turn slightly, slightly to the side.”
“Yes, yes, very good.”
The photographer also checked the camera frame and added some flair.
“Since both of you are tall, the proportions come out well, right? But if you pose like this, the composition expands vertically, so the proportions come out better when you take the picture with the camera.”
“This is also something that our country pays special attention to.”
When the photographer made a playful joke, Cho Dae-han glared at him.
“No, bro. Why are you suddenly bringing that up?”
“Oh, I was just joking.”
The shutter was pressed at the moment when the two people burst into laughter.
“Okay, I like your natural smile.”
The photographer looked at the picture taken by the camera and immediately made an ambiguous expression.
“Wow, is this really the first time? It’s so good? But I think this shot will be even better…”
“Brother, we’ve just started. I told you that you both still have strength in your bodies.”
After saying that, Cho Daehan looked at the two people and pointed to his abdomen.
“Okay, I feel like both of you still have tense shoulders. First, relax your entire body and only tighten your abs. This will naturally open your chest and prevent your back from rounding.”
“Oh, good, good. Very good now.”
The photographer nodded at the poses of the two people who accepted the feedback.
“Okay, we’ve got the basics down. Let’s work on the finer details while filming.”
The real filming started from now.
* * *
Early afternoon, Shop Fandom MD Team.
All the staff were busy finalizing preparations for the release of Lee Kyung-bok's goods.
“I’ve checked all the usual ones. And the discount code part, too?”
“Yes, I finished the test.”
“Okay, now all I need to do is get a picture of the hoodie and we’re ready to open.”
The MD team leader took a deep breath. He quickly checked the time and spoke to his staff.
“The hoodie part will probably take some time. From taking photos to selecting the A-cut and post-processing… ”
The team leader trailed off for a moment and then coughed.
'I have to work overtime, so there's nothing I can do about it.'
Given the time zone, working overtime was inevitable. However, depending on how this was communicated, employee morale also changed.
The team leader was thinking about encouraging words.
"uh?"
Everyone's eyes turned to the voice of one team member.
“Team Leader? The photos have arrived.”
"huh?"
"already?"
“This quickly?”
In an instant, the team members were in an uproar. They too were expecting to work overtime.
“Make it float as a hologram.”
At the team leader's direction, the photos were projected in the center of the office. Everyone's eyes widened as they did so.
"and…"
"what's this?"
“This is crazy.”
No one objected to the bombshell that exploded along with it.
'Is this our advertising photo?'
A black hoodie model with a street fashion feel against the backdrop of an alley, a white hoodie model with a natural feel against the backdrop of a university campus, and a purple hoodie model standing against the backdrop of a park with a clear view of the sky.
As the photos continued to appear, instead of closing, his mouth opened wider.
“Hey, I want to buy this too.”
“The purple hoodie is really pretty.”
“Should I buy it for my boyfriend?”
“The background is also perfect for a date look, isn’t it?”
It was the same product with different backgrounds and colors, but the atmosphere was completely different. But it suited me.
Some employees whispered to each other, perhaps because they were eager to buy.
Then, a sound of applause was heard behind them.
“Ah, sir!”
Everyone turned their gaze to find the representative smiling and clapping his hands.
“Wow, this is really better than I expected.”
He expressed his appreciation with a big smile on his face.
“I knew the design was good, but the model composition is also really good. Since the models are all different heights, it will be easier for customers to choose.”
In the case of the existing mannequin photos, it was difficult for the buyers to imagine because the same mannequin was used. However, this time, since all three people were of different heights, it would be easy for the fans to imagine themselves wearing the hoodies.
“I think you all felt it, but Purple-nim, you prepared everything perfectly. Right?”
The representative looked around at his employees and spoke without waiting for an answer.
“If we do well now, this product will definitely be a hit.”
As this was a golden opportunity, mistakes could not be tolerated.
“Let’s prepare properly to welcome guests.”
The launch of Perfect Goods is just around the corner.