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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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All Episodes

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

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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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01:22:04

Operator Lawrence "Doc" Karman

The Op ·

2025/01/02

Doc and I discuss painted lawns, the problems with having brand new cases, Field of Dreams, Sneakers, and much more. Doc'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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01:24:58

Operator Jim McConkey

The Op ·

2024/12/26

Join us as we discuss getting up to speed on the wheels, long continuous shots, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Day of the Fight, dendrochronology and so much more!!!! Make sure to check out the amazing Breakdown that Jim did for a huge oner on Mrs. Maisel!!! Jim'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 -

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01:44:22

Director Loren Yaconelli

The Op ·

2024/12/19

Loren and I discuss watching an actors process, peaking as a focus puller, Animal Kingdom, Heroes, not listing to William Fraker's advice, and so much more. Loren'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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01:51:14

Cinematographer John Lindley

The Op ·

2024/12/12

Join us as we discuss the work of the Union, what to look for in a good operator, Field of Dreams, Sneakers, ABC After School Specials and so much more.John's IMDB The Local 600 video that John made on the Dangers of Unsafe Hours 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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01:29:01

Operator Dan Gold

The Op ·

2024/12/05

Join us as we talk about the Local 600 Trainee Program, operating your first shot on the wheels, The Perfect Storm, Midnight Run, Gordon Willis's apple box, and so much more. Dan's IMDB Watch Dan's Breakdown of a shot from Air Force One 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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01:28:27

2nd AC Shannon DeWolfe

The Op ·

2024/11/28

Join us as we talk about the art of silent communication, the importance of maintaining healthy fear, how to be a successful camera PA and so much more.Shannon'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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01:08:57

Operator Jerry Holway

The Op ·

2024/11/21

Join us as we talk to the guy who quite literally wrote the book on Steadicam operating and discuss his career as an operator, teaching over 200 Steadicam courses, As Good As It Gets, The Apostle, and so much more. Jerry's IMDB Jerry's Website 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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03:34

That One Voice - Terence Nightingall

The Op ·

2024/11/18

Terence pays tribute to Director/Director of Photography Richard Thorpe.

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01:59:44

Operator/Director Terence Nightingall

The Op ·

2024/11/15

Join us as we discuss loving the work, Aliens, ER, The Princess Bride, the boom op with the pink shorts and so much more!!!! Terence'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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01:24:30

Makeup Artist Suzy Diaz

The Op ·

2024/11/08

Suzy and I discuss why you should never have a walkie in the makeup trailer, having your passport confiscated by Russian officials, Pirates of The Caribbean, Key and Peele, Boogie Nights, and so much more. 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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51:09

Q&A w/operators Paul Sanchez and Dave Chameides

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2024/11/01

A Q&A in front of film students at Mt St. Mary's University on Los Angeles Ca.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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01:48:46

Operator Greg Smith

The Op ·

2024/10/24

Greg and I discuss the steadicam lessons, growing up on set, Daddy Day Care, Flight of the Phoenix, paying your dues, and so much more. Greg's IMDB Steadicam Lessons Website @steadicamlessons 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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03:48

That One Voice - Adeshola Adigun

The Op ·

2024/10/20

Adeshola Adigun talks about one of the people who changed his life.

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