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When you launch your production career shooting on the field of a Super Bowl at age 17, then by the time your 32 you’ve accomplished more career milestones then most do in a life time. It stands to reason that recapping just one of those years would amazing to hear.
In part one of this three-part series, specialty camera operator, Frank Scacciaferro, takes us through some of the highlights of the major gigs he worked in 2022.
In part two he discusses life in the bigs.
In part three we learn about the technology deployed during the month he spent in Oregon covering the WAC track and field championship.
Key Takeaways:
- Frank Scacciaferro has built a wide-ranging career, working everything from major sports events (NBA All-Star, boxing, UFC) to large car shows (Barrett Jackson) and concerts.
- A big part of his work is operating specialized camera systems (including the JITA cam) through JTA, and adapting to different production environments.
- He emphasizes that strong teamwork and coordination with other camera operators is essential to consistently get the shots a broadcast needs.
- He regularly covers high-profile games (Devils, Knicks, Rangers) at Madison Square Garden, highlighting the consistency and pressure that comes with major venues.
- Career decisions often involve tradeoffs—he describes weighing a long-term role (Amazon’s Thursday Night Football) versus a shorter gig taken mainly for experience.
- The job can be physically demanding (like working long hours in cold outdoor stadiums), so resilience matters.
- He credits career growth to a mix of skill-building, experience, and networking, with mentors such as Rick Seifer being especially influential.
- He addresses the “last name” factor in the industry, stressing that people still need to prove themselves through merit rather than relying on family connections.
