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Operator Q & A with Mike O'Shea

You may answer any or all of the following questions. None are required.
Many people will say they've tried on a Steadicam once, and immediately thought, "absolutely not." What do you think is different about those of us that say "absolutely"?
Do you remember the first time you saw or heard of the Steadicam?
What was it about the Steadicam that made you want to pursue it as a career?
What were you doing prior to Steadicam?
What were some of the biggest challenges you remember about becoming a Steadicam operator?
What are some of the biggest challenges now?
Did you ever have a "big break' moment? A career event that clearly changed or paved the way for everything to follow?
From whom do you take your inspiration? Has that changed over the course of your career?
Is there a shot, film, or moment in your career that you can think of as your most proud?
Is there a shot or film you can recall as being your most challenging? Why?
What work of your peers do you admire?
Many people will say they've tried on a Steadicam once, and immediately thought, "absolutely not." What do you think is different about those of us that say "absolutely"?

 

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