The Op Podcast
A free resource for operators, filmmakers, and anyone interested in the art of visual storytelling.
Each week a different Op shares their process for creating some of the most captivating shots ever caught on film.
Neal Bryant, SOC • Barry
Nick Müller • Stranger Things S5E4
The Breakdown
From Stranger Things to Birdman to Succession and beyond, some of the the worlds best Ops dissect their favorite shots, frame by frame, explaining the technical, political, physical and often hysterical hurdles they had to overcome and how they did it.
The Images
Exceptional frames and set photos shared by Ops from back in the day, and behind the scenes footage showing how things get done.
The Musings
From quick tips to longer discussions about set etiquette, working with ADs, creating concept shots, the subtle art of psychological framing, and beyond, a discussion about what we do as storytellers, how we do it, and why.
The Words
From terms to slang to jargon and beyond, the words and phrases Ops use to communicate on set.
The Podcast
A freeform discussion with Ops - past, present and future - as well as cinematographers, dolly grips, boom operators, actors and beyond, where we discuss the art of visual storytelling and the role the Op plays in it.
The Library
Videos from the greatest minds in film discussing framing, composition and movement as it pertains to the art of visual storytelling.
The Answers
Each week a question about operating is posed to a group of veteran Ops representing 100s of years of experience.
The Tools
Tools, gadgets and gizmos that can help Ops on and off set. Always growing, the gear is categorized and linked so that more information can be obtained.
The Blocking
Blocking and staging may be the most important part of every shot as they are the building blocks for success.
