Cinemapodgrapher

Filmmaking is a team sport and as shooters and technicians one of the departments we will be dealing closely with is the Production department. Line Producer Ange Lavey-Manche joins us to talk about CVs, negotiating rates, marketing yourself and what production are looking for when employing crew.

The first part of any business is sales, and we can't make sales without customers. On this episode I go through some key questions you need to start asking yourself to run your business in the film industry. 

Catching a plane for the first time for a shoot can be pretty stressful. In this episode I go through the basics of what you need to know before heading to the airport. 

A career in the film industry can be incredibly rewarding however it does not come without sacrifice. This episode I talk about some considerations you need to take when deciding on your career path. 

1st AC Jason Binnie has worked on 60+ films and tv series including iconic films such as The Matrix, Star wars and Alien. In this episode Jason talks about his 30 year long career and what advice he has for those looking to join or move up the camera department.

I go through some of the basics you should know when entering the camera dept. If you're about to start your first day as a camera training or camera PA then this episode is for you.

Navigating this industry can be difficult and as a freelancer we have to make a lot of decisions around what jobs we take on board. This episode I share my 4 "checks" that I do before saying yes or no to a job. 

Bonnie Elliott ACS joins me for a chat about #whoisinyourcrew. A social media campaign that encourages cinematographers to promote and foster more diverse camera department teams.

A quick episode on mindset and how to avoid the trap of comparison in the film industry. 

Part of being a good cinematographer is to be an good leader on set. This episode I go through the basics of what I think it takes to be a an effective leader on a film crew.

Singaporean Cinematographer Kristy Campbell joins the conversation to discuss why she loves shooting documentary, the challenges involved working internationally and how the latest technology has helped her career. 

Sony announces their third mirrorless camera in the A7s line. 

Angela Cerasi from Peachy Keen Colour talks about the launch of her new podcast and also gives tips for shooters to help out the Colour grade process.

Mark Toia is now one of the most sought after Director DPs in the world. On this episode we discuss his early beginnings as a photographer, his transition to commercial filmmaking and his recent move into feature films. Check Marks work on zoomfilmtv.com.au

Blackmagic Design announces their new 12k Camera. 

Simon Chapman ACS chats about moving from Australia to Canada where his recent success in TV drama has seen him to go on to shoot Netflix series Spaceforce. 

Cinematographer Andrew Conder ACS talks with me about shooting with new COVID safety measures on a television production in Queensland, Australia. 

Canon just released their new flagship mirrorless camera the Canon EOS R5. I go through some of the features of this small camera that packs a lot of punch.

As a freelancer in the camera department we're not always working. Sometimes we're at home wondering what the hell we're going to do. If you're a bit stuck heres my tips of what to do  on your days off.

Something barely mentioned when starting out is the importance of on set etiquette. There is a mountain of eitquette to learn. So this episode I run through the basics to make your transition to the set life a lot easier. 

Keen to get into the industry but don't know how to get your foot in the door? Check this episode.

I have a chat with Ollie Davies from Drone FX to talk how he started in the film industry, safety precautions and how we can better utilise drones for story telling.

For you to get ahead in this industry, it's essential to be clear on what your goals are. I go through my own personal method of goal setting and how we can change the way we write them to affect our motivation.

Something not spoken enough about in the camera department is taking care of your mental health. One of my best mates, 2nd AC Danny Haneman, opens up about his struggles and how he personally deals with it to stay on top of his game.

I chat with Director DP Sissy Reyes, Camera Operator Cara Hurley and 2nd AC Rachel Sieger about gender diversity, why its important and what we can do to make a more inclusive industry.