The Op
Dave Chameides, an A Cam/Steadicam op with 35 years experience, 2 Emmy’s, 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 (Ops, DPs, Directors, Writers, and beyond) both young and old, every other week the Op will bring you a new interview with some of the best the film industry has to offer. Website and instagram: theop.io
Episodes
Thursday Sep 05, 2024
Thursday Sep 05, 2024
Danny Bishop interviews Cinematographer Greig Fraser ASC ACS and A Camera & Steadicam Operator Jason Ewart ACO about their work together on the epic Dune Part 2.
Special thanks to the ACO (Association of Camera Operators) for allowing us to share their work.
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Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud
Theme Mix - Charles Papert
Wednesday Aug 28, 2024
Wednesday Aug 28, 2024
Brian and I talk about the importance of having a mentor, moving up through the ranks for the camera department, the beginnings of the RED camera, and much much more.
Brian's IMDB
To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op.
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Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud
Theme Mix - Charles Papert
Thursday Aug 22, 2024
Thursday Aug 22, 2024
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the creation of the Steadicam, Tiffen held a talk with Steadicam Inventor Garrett Brown to hear stories from throughout his career. Garrett is a master storyteller and has lived a life full of stories worth telling. A fantastic listen.
To watch video of the discussion, click here. (Highly recommended if you'd like to see "The Look".)
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Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud
Theme Mix - Charles Papert
Sunday Aug 18, 2024
Thursday Aug 15, 2024
Thursday Aug 15, 2024
Getting your first film job in a bar, learning how to be a camera operator on the first job you ever had being a camera operator, The Bear, Eighth Grade, and so much more, this episode has it all.
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
Thursday Aug 08, 2024
Thursday Aug 08, 2024
A great discussion where we talk about the difference between shooting digital and film, The West Wing, The Handmaids Tale, the greatest acting note ever given, and much much more.
Bradley's IMDB
The Emotional Stuntman
The West Wing Walk And Talk We Discuss
To see pictures and things we discussed in todays episode check out the podcast page of The Op.
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Theme Music - Tatyana Richaud
Theme Mix - Charles Papert
Sunday Aug 04, 2024
Thursday Aug 01, 2024
Thursday Aug 01, 2024
Sean and I discuss how to shoot a riot, trying something new on every shoot, Hunger, The Place Beyond The Pines, Marvels, and so much more.
Sean'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
Sunday Jul 28, 2024
Friday Jul 26, 2024
Friday Jul 26, 2024
Eric and I discuss the importance of a good work ethic, missing school to be an extra on a Michael Jackson video, Snowfall, Baywatch, Steve Spielberg's favorite pastry, and so much more.
Eric's IMDB
Make sure to take a look at Eric's podcast page on The Op to see pics from his career and find him in a Max Headroom video!
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