Broadcast/Film

Frank Scacciaferro: 3 Months of a Freelance Specialty Camera Operator

Frank, a 35‑year‑old broadcast robotics camera operator, shows how mastering robo heads, 4K high‑frame‑rate capture and wireless systems—paired with tight crew collaboration—wins top sports and live‑event gigs. He shares intense travel and stadium‑specific rigging for…

Brian Laitalle: Cinematographer for Film & TV

Chance introductions and persistent networking took Brian Lataille from childhood photography to Steadicam, tower, railcam and aerial rig operating and occasional DP work across TV, film, live events and awards shows. Practical advice centers on…

Mike Musselman: Assistant Director of Engineering

Mike Musselman, a former jazz trumpet player turned theater production expert, now works as an assistant engineer at NEP Specialty Capture (Fletcher Sports), specializing in advanced camera technology for sports broadcasting. His notable project and…

Frank Scacciaferro: World Athletic Championships

The WAC (World Athletic Championships) was hosted at Hayward Field at the University of Oregon isn’t your typical collegiate track and field event. Then again neither was the broadcast tech and crew used to capture…

Steve Cohen: Senior VP at SiriusXM Radio

Steve Cohen, before becoming the Senior VP at SiriusXM Radio, he always thought he would pursue his passion for music. That passion led him to seize an opportunity in radio, starting as a DJ and…

Andrew Dobish: Live On-Air Graphics Operator

A live On Air graphics operator is not a gig for the faint of heart. But when you hear Andrew Dobish talk about his passion for the gig, you’d think this is a dream job,…

Heather Barkley: Operations Manager @ Common Logic

We all know how hard it is to learn two, maybe three, skill positions in the production industry. What if you’re job meant understanding EVERY position PLUS having to evaluated the personality chemistry of each…

Mike Gogel: Media Manager Ramapo College, Radio Host, Actor

When I say the name Mike Gogel some might say, “oh the actor”? Others will reply, “Yea I know him, he’s the audio guy?” or “Isn’t he a DJ?” “Wait I think he’s in Radio”……