Shaping Career

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…

Mark Conklin: Performer, Songwriter, Music Executive

From performer to songwriter to music executive. From New York to Nashville, Mark Conklin’s story is one you can’t miss. As an artist, songwriter, and producer, his list of accomplishments is staggering. He is a…

“J3” (John Allen III): Front of House Engineer Pt. 1

What do the Foo Fighters, Rolling Stones, Tommy Lee, MTV World Stage, Motley Crue, Lollapalozza, Kid Rock, Good Morning America, Tonight Show have in common? It’s all part of the J3 story. “J3” (John Allen…

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…

David Rosenthal: Music Director/keyboard player for Billy Joel Band, Composer, Synth Programmer

Presently and for the past thirty years David Rosenthal has been the music director and keyboard wizard in the Billy Joel Band. But this is only part of the story. Throughout his career he has…