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The Op

Dave Chameides, an A Cam/Steadicam operator has been working in film since the late 1900s, has won 2 Emmys, an SOC Operator of the Year award for his work on Ozark, and a seriously cool collection of international toothpicks, brings you The Op, a podcast about Operating and the Art of Visual Storytelling. Geared towards storytellers both young and old, (Operators, DPs, Directors, Writers, and beyond), every week the Op will bring you an interview with one of the best the film industry has to offer

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01:21:23

Operator Adeshola Adigun

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2024/10/17

Adeshola and I talk about what having an awesome name, being a rising operator in the world of social media, the ZeeGee, shooting onstage with Kendrick Lamar all over the world, and so much more. Adeshola's IMDB Adeshola's Instagram @steadishola Greg Smith's Steadicam Lessons To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana

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01:40:32

Focus Puller Liza Bambenek

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2024/10/11

Listen in as we talk about being part of the camera family, working with Roger Deakins and the Coen Brothers, True Grit, No Country for Old Men, trusting your gut, and so much more. Liza's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert

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01:01:49

Operator Mike Genne

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2024/10/03

Mike and I talk about pulling focus for Vilmos Zsigmond, Close Encounters, Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid, starting out digging ditches on the labor gang and so much more.Mike's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode (including Bono's crane ride) check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert

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01:28:13

ACO/GTC Q and A with Danny Bishop, ACO and Dave...

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2024/09/26

In September of 2024 Danny Bishop (2023 SOC Operator of the Year Award for All Quiet On The Western Front) and Dave Chameides (SOC Operator of the Year Award for Ozark) held a Q and A during an ACO/GTC event in London, England. Hear them discuss the reality of working in TV and film as camera operators, the ups, downs, and all sorts of other stuff. Danny's IMDB Dave's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web

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01:25:08

Operator Dave Levisohn

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2024/09/19

On todays episode we talk about Live TV, Awards Show galore, riding on a crane with Bono, learning how to operate a pedestal cam, and so much more. Dave's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode (including Bono's crane ride) check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert

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01:29:16

Operator Lisa Sene, SOC

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2024/09/12

Lisa and I discuss learning at a rental house, the importance of not over explaining things, Dear Edward, No Hard Feelings, starting out as a steadicam student and then teaching new steadicam students and much much more. Lisa's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert

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42:14

Dune 2 Discussion w/DP Greig Fraser and Operator...

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2024/09/05

Danny Bishop interviews Cinematographer Greig Fraser ASC ACS and A Camera & Steadicam Operator Jason Ewart ACO about their work together on the epic Dune Part 2.Special thanks to the ACO (Association of Camera Operators) for allowing us to share their work. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert

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01:33:38

Operator Brian Bernstein

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2024/08/29

Brian and I talk about the importance of having a mentor, moving up through the ranks for the camera department, the beginnings of the RED camera, and much much more.Brian's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert

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01:23:12

Garrett Brown's Tall Steadicam Tales

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2024/08/22

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the creation of the Steadicam, Tiffen held a talk with Steadicam Inventor Garrett Brown to hear stories from throughout his career. Garrett is a master storyteller and has lived a life full of stories worth telling. A fantastic listen.To watch video of the discussion, click here. (Highly recommended if you'd like to see "The Look".) Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana

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01:24

That One Voice - Gary Malouf

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2024/08/18

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01:31:43

Operator Gary Malouf

The Op ·

2024/08/15

Getting your first film job in a bar, learning how to be a camera operator on the first job you ever had being a camera operator, The Bear, Eighth Grade, and so much more, this episode has it all. Gary's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert

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01:29:42

Actor Bradley Whitford

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2024/08/08

A great discussion where we talk about the difference between shooting digital and film, The West Wing, The Handmaids Tale, the greatest acting note ever given, and much much more.Bradley's IMDB The Emotional Stuntman The West Wing Walk And Talk We Discuss To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles

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07:15

That One Voice - Sean Bobbitt

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2024/08/04

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02:16:04

Cinematographer Sean Bobbitt BSC

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2024/08/01

Sean and I discuss how to shoot a riot, trying something new on every shoot, Hunger, The Place Beyond The Pines, Marvels, and so much more.Sean's IMDB To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert

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03:06

That One Voice - Eric Dyson

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2024/07/28

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01:55:24

Director/Camera Operator Eric Dyson

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2024/07/26

Eric and I discuss the importance of a good work ethic, missing school to be an extra on a Michael Jackson video, Snowfall, Baywatch, Steve Spielberg's favorite pastry, and so much more.Eric's IMDB Make sure to take a look at Eric's podcast page on The Op to see pics from his career and find him in a Max Headroom video! Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert

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01:52:34

Aerial Cameraman David Nowell

The Op ·

2024/07/18

David and I discuss his work on Apocalypse Now, The Blues Brothers, shooting in the vomit comet for Apollo 13, working with Orson Welles, and so much more. An incredible discussion with an amazingly talented and experienced camera operator!David's IMDB Make sure to take a look at David's podcast page on The Op to see his original storyboards from Apocalypse Now! Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme

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01:43:04

Script Supervisor Jessica Lichtner

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2024/07/11

Jessica and I talk about the job of the script supervisor, how our duties overlap, is the line actually that important, Knives Out, The Harder They Fall, Game of Thrones, and so much more.Jessica's IMDB Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert

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01:40:49

Operator Heather Norton

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2024/07/04

Heather and I talk about learning filmmaking from the one and only Martin Scorsese, Goodfellas, Happyish, Monsoon Wedding, working with Sydney Lumet, safety on set and so much more.Heather's IMDB Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert

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47:19

Bonus Ep: Filmscape Chicago Operators Panel

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2024/07/01

A 5 person operator panel recorded live at Filmscape Chicago 2024. Chicago operators Gary Malouf, Spencer Gillis, Stephanie Dufford, Seth Thomas, and host Dave Chameides, discuss questions about operating including imposter syndrome, how to act on a day call, and much much more. Filmscape Chicago Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us and review us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert

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