Protecting the Frame

In Episode 212 we talk with camera operator Casey Hotchkiss, SOC. We discuss how he approaches his job as a camera operator, some of those he's most enjoyed working with and the reasons behind it.

Some of Casey's credits include: 

-Bill and Ted Face the Music

-Ghostbusters

-The Boss

-Bridesmaids

-Final Destination

-Apollo 13 and more.

In episode 210 we talk with camera operator and cinematographer Andrew Rowlands. We discuss the specific job of a camera operator and how the attitude of the operator can be one of the most important tools to continuing to work as well as doing good work.

In episode 209 with Mich Froehlich we discuss how he found his way into the film industry and specifically into the art of cinematography as a camera operator and cinematographer.He has some great practical advice on how to work improve your craft as well as become a better asset for those who hire you.

We also get into the niche he has found as a 2nd unit cinematographer on some of today's larger movies including Hidden Figures, Spiderman: Far From Home, Gemini Man and much more.

In episode 208 we talk with cinematographer Karina Silva. We talk about her film which awarded her the high honor of one of Local 600's Emerging Cinematographer Awards in 2016 as well as her experience on many of her projects including The Mandalorian, Beauty and the Beast, Mr. Holmes and much more.

In part 2 of episode 207 with camera operator Mitch Dubin, SOC we discuss more of his experience with the specific job of a camera operator, what he would do differently in this time of filmmaking as well as what the future could look like.

In part 1 of episode 207 with camera operator Mitch Dubin, SOC we discuss his introduction into the film business, how he was able to find himself into tole of a camera operator and begin to collaborate with one of the all-time greatest directors, Steven Spielberg.

In episode #206 we have a chat with camera operator / director of photography, Duane Mieliwocki, SOC on how his interest in the film industry began. He talks us through his journey to becoming a camera operator by way of working through the ranks of the camera department and how that helped inform his progress.

In episode 205 we talk with SOC Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Dan Gold. As a newly retired camera operator we look back on his career and pass along the decades of knowledge he has to give. He has helped bring to life some of Hollywood's classics like Air Force One, Casino, The Perfect Storm, The Wedding Singer and many many more. Enjoy!

We discuss the resources the Society of Camera Operators has been putting together during this time so please check them out: http://soc.org/education/