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The Op

Dave Chameides, an A Cam/Steadicam op with 35 years experience, 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 all storytellers (Operators, DPs, Directors, Writers, and beyond) both young and old, every week the Op will bring you a new interview with some of the best the film industry has to offer. Website and instagram:

tv & film film interviews

All Episodes

02:43

That One Voice - Cheli Clayton-Samaras

The Op ·

2025/06/08

Cheli thanks a teacher who taught her how to tell stories.

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01:59:54

Focus Puller Cheli Clayton-Samaras

The Op ·

2025/06/05

Cheli and I talk about focus pulling without rehearsals, making game day decisions, Joker Folie a Deux, Team American World Police, and so much more.Cheli's IMDB RIP Norman Parker. Bystander Intervention Training 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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01:51:20

Operator Gary Spratling

The Op ·

2025/05/22

Gary and I discuss how to work with a dolly grip who doesn't only speaks Thai, what to do as a B camera operator, Good Morning Vietnam, Quantam of Solace, and much much more.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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01:30:26

Operator Pete Cavaciuti

The Op ·

2025/05/15

Join us as we discuss what operators can offer actors, the DP/Director/OPerator Relationship, 1917, and so much more.Pete'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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01:20:42

Operator Brooks Robinson

The Op ·

2025/05/08

Brooks and I discuss working with the incredible John Toll, starting out in music videos, Tropic Thunder, fighting back after an accident and so much more.Brooks 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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01:47:27

Operator Des Whelan

The Op ·

2025/05/01

Des and I discuss operating a remote head through an eyepiece, working with Tim Burton, Beetlejuice 1 and 2, My Left Foot, and so much more.Des' IMDB For more links, pics and videos, check out the page for this episode on The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert

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01:19:22

Movement Specialist Liz Cash

The Op ·

2025/04/24

Liz and I discuss the physical issues of operating and how you can protect your self, learning to work smarter and not harder, No Country for Old Men, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and so much more.Liz’s IMDB Liz’s Website Liz’s Instagram Keir Dullea before/after NYTimes Air Hockey IG post NYTimes digital Air Hockey article Stunt Demo Physics of Handheld Positions w/ recommendations Why Stretching Isn't Always the Answer to Feeling Tight Hruska Clinic Shoe List From Liz: A few notes about the shoe

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01:30:06

Director Alex Graves

The Op ·

2025/04/10

Alex and I discuss the art of the long take, growing up as a film geek, what he looks for in an operator, West Wing, Game of Thrones, and so much more.Alex's IMDB For more links, pics and videos, check out the page for this episode on The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix - Charles Papert

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02:44:05

Operator Larry McConkey

The Op ·

2025/04/03

Larry and I discuss justifying camera moves, working with the extras, GoodFellas, Raising Cain, working with Martin Scorcese and Brian DePalma and so much more.Larry’s Amazing IMDB Larry’s Website Check out Larry's Breakdowns of shots from Carlitos Way, Bonfire of the Vanities, and Raising Cain For more links, pics and videos, check out the page for this episode on The Op. Please check us out on the web and instagram and like us if you enjoyed the episode. Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud Theme Mix -

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01:15:18

Sound Mixer Jan McLaughlin CAS

The Op ·

2025/03/27

Jan and I discuss the role of the sound mixer, getting your start as a roadie/opening act, Happyish, Nurse Jackie, the joys of mixing a middle school play and so much more.Jan'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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01:57:35

Cinematographer Roy H. Wagner

The Op ·

2025/03/20

Listen in as Roy describes one of the most amazing introductions to this industry that I've ever heard. We'll talk about James Wong Howe, Harry Stradling, Ansel Adams, Party of Five, Cop Rock and so much more.Roy'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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01:35:52

Actor Matthew Rhys and Operator Don Devine

The Op ·

2025/03/13

Matthew and Don worked together on the show Perry Mason and established an amazing connection. They are both incredible storytellers who excel at what they do and on todays podcast we have a discussion about the operator/actor relationship and what it looks like when it works this well. Matthews IMDB Dons 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

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02:02:31

Operator Henry Cline

The Op ·

2025/02/27

Join us as we discuss discovering that there was an operator at 12 years old, forgetting to turn the camera off, Sneakers, State and Main, and so much more.Henry's IMDB Henry's Blog 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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01:24:07

Operator Ossie McLean

The Op ·

2025/02/27

Join us as we discuss shooting for the edit, working with the boom operator, Saltburn, Outlander, No Time To Die, and so much more. Ossie'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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01:13

That One Voice - Niknaz Tavakolian

The Op ·

2025/02/26

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01:01:23

Cinematographer Jeffrey Greeley

The Op ·

2025/02/20

Join as we discuss always having a "back pocket" shot, what a DP looks for in an operator, Idiocracy, Manhattan, The Doors, and so much more. Jeff'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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01:27:02

Cinematographer/Operator Kelvin Pike

The Op ·

2025/02/06

Join us as we talk about working with Stanley Kubrick, when Bette David requests you by name, The Shining, 2001 A Space Odyssey, working with David Lean, and so much more.As a bonus, we shot video of this interview and it can be found here. Kelvin'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

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01:42:16

Focus Puller Gregory Irwin

The Op ·

2025/01/30

Greg and I discuss the art of focus pulling, the importance of character, Joker Folie A Deux, Interstellar, and so much more.Greg's IMDB Greg's Camera Assistant Training Focus on Film 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 Check out the sponsor of todays episode, Custom Camera Cables, for

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01:52:57

Operator Niknaz Tavakolian

The Op ·

2025/01/23

Join us as we discuss the importance of hindsight, taking a break from "the biz", The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Third Watch, your first time driving the camera Uhaul truck in NYC and so much more.Niknaz'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 Check out the sponsor of todays episode,

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01:18:17

Actor/Director/Producer Charlie Haid

The Op ·

2025/01/09

Listen in as Charlie and I talk about what directors look for in an operator, the joy of working with great crews, The Work, The Battle of the Network Stars, Hill St. Blues, ER and much much more.Charlie'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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