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Cinemapodgrapher

108 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratings

We share stories, lessons and career advice for the film industry. Let's be honest, the film industry is a scary place to navigate on your own, but it doesn't have to be that way. Join LT as he interviews film crew from around the globe as they share their journey and give lessons to help emerging and established filmmakers. So if you're just about to start your career, looking to bump up the ladder or you just want to know about the crazy world of filmmaking, tune into this podcast.

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Episodes

Aerial Cinematography with Dylan Goss

March 26, 2024 13:19 - 1 hour - 71.6 MB

Dylan Goss has been the Aerial DP for some of the biggest films of the past decade. In this episode, we delve into his contributions to Denis Villeneuve's films such as 'Sicario', 'Blade Runner 2049', and the 'Dune' saga. Additionally, we discuss aircraft, gimbals, planning aerial sequences, and the journey to becoming an aerial director of photography.

Trinity with Junior Lucano SOC ACO

March 17, 2024 15:42 - 1 hour - 54.6 MB

Junior Lucano SOC ACO, is one of the most followed Operators in the world, the first Trinity Operator in Asia and the creator of the Trinity Lab workshop. We follow his journey from Peru to America, Italy, and finally to China. We discuss upgrading to Trinity 2, his emphasis on training, finding answers in one's past, and the struggle between work and love.

Lady Camera Guy with Gretchen Warthen SOC

March 07, 2024 02:12 - 1 hour - 70.3 MB

For International Women's Day, we present to you this special episode featuring Cinematographer and Operator Gretchen Warthen SOC. Gretchen's expertise spans across documentary, reality, and narrative genres. She is also the creator of the renowned Lady Camera Guy Instagram profile, dedicated to championing and promoting women behind the camera. In our conversation, we delve into her inspiring journey from law to film, the nuances of operating in reality versus narrative, and her unwavering ...

Flowcine with Caitlin Royse

January 27, 2024 06:02 - 1 hour - 64.6 MB

Caitlin Royse is an Australian based in Sweden where she worked her way up the camera department ladder as an Assistant. With her recent move into Camera Operating she has also been working with Flowcine, a camera stabilisation company. We discuss flowcine's xArm, xSpine, xReach, GLink and the overall craft of camera operating.

The Op with Dave Chameides SOC

December 25, 2023 08:14 - 1 hour - 71.9 MB

Dave Chameides SOC is a two-time Emmy Award-winning Steadicam operator, environmentalist educator, and founder of The Op, a podcast, and website for camera operators. Dave's career has spanned productions such as ER, The West Wing, Ozark, From Dusk Till Dawn, Donnie Darko, Saint Vincent, and Shame. He has not only been nominated for Feature Operator of the Year and TV Operator of the Year but has also dabbled in TV directing. In this episode, we talk about his new website and podcast 'The Op...

From New Zealand to the World with Denson Baker ACS NZCS

December 17, 2023 22:32 - 1 hour - 62.6 MB

Denson Baker ACS NZCS is a Maori Aussie raised in Auckland, New Zealand, and Perth, Australia. An alumnus of the national film school, AFTRS, Denson eventually moved to the UK, where he shoots TV and feature films internationally. In this episode, we discuss his early beginnings in Auckland and Perth, his studies at AFTRS, transitioning into international work, meeting his partner Director Claire McCarthy and creative processes on set.

The Legacy of Mark Toia with Jordan Toia and Jake Koning

November 19, 2023 11:17 - 1 hour - 67 MB

After the recent passing of my mentor and friend Mark Toia, I sit down with Jordan Toia, his son, and Jake Koning, fellow mentee. We have an open and vulnerable conversation on what Mark meant to us. We share some memories and lessons, and discuss how we will continue his legacy.

Episode 100: Camera & Steadicam Operator Brad Grimmett, podcast host of Walking Backwards

October 10, 2023 10:45 - 2 hours - 109 MB

Episode 100 is a doozy and we’re mixing it up with a special collaboration. LA based Camera & Steadicam Operator Brad Grimmett has worked on a huge amount of productions that include The Terminal list, Taken, Empire, CSI and Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. In our longest episode ever, Brad shares stories from his career, our meeting via the backstreet boys tour and the creation of Walking Backwards, the first ever podcast for steadicam operators. Thank you to all the guests that have taken the time...

The Sony Burano

September 24, 2023 12:25 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MB

Sony has announced its new full frame cinema camera, the Burano. Director Tony Walsh owns an FX3, FX6 & FX9 so I've brought him back for a special segment I like to call "Sony with Tony". We discuss the Burano specs, how it compares to the rest of the CineaAlta line and where we see it being used in the market. 

Crew HQ with Kirsty Stark

September 17, 2023 23:15 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MB

Kirsty started as a camera assistant, won an Emmy as a producer, and is now the founder of Crew HQ, a one-stop shop for Australian film and TV crew. We discuss her transition from the camera department to production, how Crew HQ operates, and the upcoming Crewcon, a conference for below-the-line Film and TV crew.

Camera & Steadicam Operator Koon Ya-Inta SOC ACO

September 03, 2023 11:19 - 1 hour - 193 MB

Koon was studying to be a musician until he came across a camera and began filming his classmates. This led him to study in San Francisco where he learnt steadicam and joined the SOC. Now based in Bangkok, Koon is the first Thai SOC and the ACO full member. We discuss his student days in San Fran, steadicam rigs, segways, MK-V AR Omega and his recent venture into engineering.

Working Internationally with Ashley Barron ACS

July 25, 2023 04:50 - 1 hour - 77.2 MB

Ashley Barron ACS is a globetrotting cinematographer who grew up between Ireland, Armenia and Australia. We discuss her attendance at the American Film Institute, working with agents, navigating different markets, and her approach to shooting Dangerous Liaisons in the Czech Republic.

Tips for Handheld Operating

June 26, 2023 10:52 - 1 hour - 49.4 MB

You asked for it so here it is, tips for handheld operating. I go through building and balancing, different styles and various rigs for holding the camera, moving around set and working with your dolly grip. 

"In Our Blood" with DP Jason Hargreaves ACS and Gaffer Glenn Jones

May 29, 2023 04:30 - 53 minutes - 73.4 MB

DP Jason Hargreaves ACS and Gaffer Glenn Jones discuss their long time collaboration from working on commercials to shooting ABC drama "In Our Blood". They talk about the DP Gaffer relationship, their visual approach and using almost entirely LED for the production.

Getting my first steadicam, Arri Artemis 2

May 16, 2023 06:39 - 42 minutes - 29 MB

I go through my new steadicam kit, what equipment I had been researching and my initial thoughts on the Arri Artemis 2.

Shooting Automotive with Mark Toia

March 27, 2023 08:07 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MB

Mark Toia returns to the podcast. This time to discuss the skills and techniques hes developed by photographing hundreds of car commercials around the globe. We cover getting his first car job, lighting for studio and exteriors, communication in arm cars and saftey in helicopters.

Corners of the Earth: Kamchatka with Spencer Frost

March 20, 2023 02:08 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB

Spencer Frost is a Director, Cinematographer and avid surfer. After the success of his first feature in Iceland, Spencer and his mates traveled to a peninsula in Russia's far east to surf waves that have never been surfed before. We discuss development of the film, the logistical challenges they faced and filming in the surf in sub zero temperatures. 

Camera Operator Neal Bryant SOC

March 14, 2023 13:25 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

Neal Bryant SOC was the A Camera Operator for HBO's The Last of Us. We talk briefly about the show, his love for steadicam, operating the ZeeGee rig and tips for new camera operators.  

Moving up the ladder with Danny Haneman

February 27, 2023 22:47 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB

Throughout our careers we will have to take a risk, move up the ladder or even change departments. After many years as an assistant, my good mate Danny made the decision to start shooting. We discuss the benefits of assisting, when is the right time to change and the challenges hes faced so far. 

Making the Switch: Photography to Directing with Bonnie Cee

February 22, 2023 05:12 - 1 hour - 46.2 MB

Bonnie Cee is a fashion photographer, filmmaker, Canon Ambassador and founder of the innovative Colourtone app. Her fashion photography has amassed 180k instagram followers and Colourtone has over 5 million downloads. We discuss her recent pivot into directing, the early days at Blackmilk clothing and the difficulties of balancing single parenting with a film career. 

Becoming a specialist with Cam Batten

January 30, 2023 06:50 - 1 hour - 49.2 MB

Cam Batten was a snowboarder studying engineering when he started to pick up the camera. His love of snowboarding led him to specialise in gimbals, remote heads, FPV and eventually aerial cinematography. Cam now travels the worlds shooting Natural History for IMAX projects. We discuss his knack for technology, the importance of specialists and how he operates in remote locations around the world. 

Directing Commercials with Hannah Arriotti

January 23, 2023 03:28 - 1 hour - 57.6 MB

Finding a career path to become a working Director is tough to navigate so I invited a friend from my old film school. Hannah Arriotti was recently added to the roster at well known Queensland production company, Taxi Film. We discuss her journey through film school, honing your craft through commercials, the pitch process and communication skills required for Directing.

Shooting for Red Bull with Geordie Lillis

January 16, 2023 02:30 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MB

Geordie Lillis is a country boy that bought a red camera and began documenting his adventures, mostly around extreme sports. His social media antics captured the attention of Hype Republic thus landing him a job shooting Red Bull content. We discuss Geordies early beginings, his role as a content creator at Hype as well as his process so he can quickly turn over content.

Planning your film career

December 20, 2022 00:29 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

Failure to plan is planning to fail. Most people wing it in this industry and for the most part it works for them. However if you want to be successful long term and be more efficient with your time in this industry you need to have a guide for your career. On this episode I go through 4 simple steps that I use to plan ahead. I hope this helps you. LT

Shooting drama with Katie Milwright ACS

October 17, 2022 12:55 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MB

Katie Milwright was the tenth female cinematographer to be accredited by the ACS and was mentored by Mandy Walker ACS ASC. She has shot narrative for Netflix, Amazon, Disney and NBC. We talk about her early days as an assistant, finding mentors, breaking into drama and her approach to preproduction, coverage and lighting. 

Moving to Atlanta, Georgia with Carlie Testt

September 19, 2022 06:16 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MB

Makeup artist Carlie Testt and I worked together on several productions in Australia before she made the move to the USA. I catch up with her to discuss her decision to pick Atlanta, Georgia over LA and her progress with getting into the Union. 

Elvis, LUTs and Process with Colourist Kali Bateman

September 05, 2022 03:21 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MB

Kali Bateman has worked on films such  as Elvis, Dune and 1984 Wonderwoman. We discuss her colloboration with Baz Luhrman, co-colouring Elvis with Kim Bjoge, building LUTS and the colourist process. 

A Wider Lens Report with Erika Addis

August 07, 2022 11:35 - 17 minutes - 12 MB

ACS President Erika Addis discusses a world first survey on the the Australian Camera Department. A Wider Lens has some confronting data on a number of issues such as lack of diversity, income inequality, discrimination, sexual harassment and unhealthy working conditions. The report also contains recommendations by the ACS and Deakin University to solve these issues. 

Mystery Road: Origin with Tyson Perkins

August 01, 2022 01:25 - 1 hour - 60.1 MB

Mystery Road: Origin has been turning heads around the country. I talk to Cinematographer Tyson Perkins on what its like to prepare for your first major drama series, his non-tradtional path to becoming a DP and his collaboration with Director Dylan River and Colourist Matt Fezz. 

Gimbal and Steadicam tech with Brett Harrison

July 05, 2022 04:34 - 1 hour - 45.5 MB

By purchasing the 7th Movi ever made Brett Harrison became one of the first gimbal techs in Australia. This led to working as a specialist on award winning productions such as Lion with Greig Fraser ACS ASC and Yellowstone with Ben Richardson ASC. We talk about the early days of Gimbal technology, being thrown in the deep end as an operator and his progression into steadicam. 

XM2 with Aaron Corera

June 27, 2022 08:48 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MB

From James Bond to Star Wars, Aaron Corera has been traveling the world with XM2, a company that specialises in remote heads for action units. We discuss Aarons background in engineering, how XM2 originally started as a heavy lift drone company and then evolved into remote heads.

Camera Operator Pedro Pinto

June 21, 2022 08:00 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MB

Based in Rio De Janeiro, Pedro Pinto is a full time Camera Operator for  Globo, the largest TV network in Latin America. We talk about his journey from broadcast to drama and how Globos film crews keep up with the fast pace of Brazillian soap operas. 

Alexa 35 with Kiran Menon

June 16, 2022 12:06 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

A new chapter is here with the launch of the Alexa 35. Kiran Menon from the Arri Australia team joins me to talk through the features of Arri's new flagship camera. 

The value of good training and coaching

June 06, 2022 03:09 - 17 minutes - 12 MB

3 years at film school isn't enough. Whatever your goals may be you need to be trained and coached by the best to get there. This episode I chat about work ethic and the most efficient ways to learn skills in the industry. 

Data wrangling with Diana Mandic

May 05, 2022 13:08 - 1 hour - 47.6 MB

Theres a lot more to data wrangling than you may think, I certainly learnt a lot on this episode. Camera Assistant Diana Mandic takes us through roles and responsibilities of the Data wrangler, working with a DIT, how to structure your day and the systems she uses to cross check and communicate with post production. 

Crane basics with Grip Josh Turner

May 03, 2022 12:01 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

Grip Josh Turner returns to run through personnel, setup, terminology and communication when working with cranes.

Dolly Grip Josh Turner

April 25, 2022 11:31 - 1 hour - 43.9 MB

It's time we had a grip on the podcast. Dolly grip Josh Turner and I have spent the last few gigs together working together. We talk about him starting in film school, training in reality tv and moving into narrative. 

Camera Operator Process

April 16, 2022 23:03 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MB

This is my personal process that I use on set. If youre new to camera operating, I use these steps to stay on track throughout the day. I hope they help.

Truck loading with Natalie Dundas

March 31, 2022 09:23 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MB

If you're new to the industry and looking to get into the camera department chances are the Truck loader will be your first postion. Nat Dundas takes us through her first experience truckloading, how she got the job, the challenges she faced and what daily tasks are required. 

15 tips on lighting

March 25, 2022 07:46 - 33 minutes - 23 MB

Quick tips that'll improve your lighting. Enjoy!

Directing US Television with Jeff Walker

March 18, 2022 04:04 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MB

Jeff Walker is a muti-award winning Australian director who has worked on shows such as Modern Family and NBCs #1 Comedy Young Rock. On this episode we talk about his career as a child actor, his transition to director and how he broke into US Television. 

Becoming a camera assistant

March 11, 2022 08:06 - 1 hour - 65.2 MB

Getting your first job in the camera department can be daunting and many people don't know where to start. 1st AC Kiri G Mullen talks about how she got her first job as a camera assistant, how she worked her way up to focus pulling and gives tips for being a truck loader.

Camera Operator Tanya Marar

March 04, 2022 06:36 - 1 hour - 57 MB

Tanya is an operator based in the UK who recently operated on Game of thrones: House of the Dragon. We talk about her journey from assistant to operator, the importance of leadership skils and the launch of her podcast "Conversations with Camera Women".

Keeping fit in the film industry

February 25, 2022 00:20 - 1 hour - 41.4 MB

As a filmmaker it can be incredibly challenging to keep up a fitness routine. On this episode I chat with my personal trainer Artemis, DP Danny Haneman, Camera Assistant Audra Murray about why we need to exercise, how it helps with your career and what we all suggest to stay fit.

Why Mindset beats talent Part 2

January 14, 2022 02:36 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MB

Mindset beats talent. This is a topic I feel pretty strongly about, so much so, that I've decided to do a Part 2. If you want to achieve anything significant, it starts with how you think. On this episode I talk about my personal philosophy and revisit some lessons that I learnt from a very clever man named Brian Tracy. 

The A Cam Operator with Peter McCaffrey

November 11, 2021 20:50 - 1 hour - 55.2 MB

The A Cam Operator is no easy task and Peter McCaffrey is one of the best. His work ethic has allowed him to become a camera operator on iconic productions such as Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit and Marvel. Tune in to hear about Peters incredible career, what it takes to be an A Cam Operator and his recent transition into becoming a Director of Photography. Photo credit Ben Rowsell.

20 Tips for Camera Operating

October 21, 2021 15:20 - 1 hour - 48.5 MB

I'm back. I know, it's been too long. I've been busy operating, helping with the ACS and playing football. On this episode I'll tell you what I've been up to and give 20 tips on operating that I've learnt over the past year. 

5 Things I wish I knew when I started in the industry

June 25, 2021 05:25 - 12 minutes - 8.32 MB

My career hasn't been perfect and no one's truly is. We all make mistakes early on and have the benefit of hindsight in our laters years. So if you're new to the industry here's 5 things I wish I knew when I started out.

The Australian Film Television & Radio School

June 18, 2021 08:51 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MB

AFTRS is the National Film School and is widely regarded as the top film school in Australia. On this episode I go through the current prerequisites to be accepted, my experience of studying there in 2013 and what advice I have for people looking to apply. 

Spec ads

June 04, 2021 14:07 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MB

Speculative advertisements are a great way for you to build portfolio for work in the commercial world. On this episode I talk about how to go about it and what to look out for when planning one.