Summary

My name is Cody Szaro, I am a 20 year old student interested in becoming a grip on film sets. I've been working in film and broadcasting since the age of 15, albeit in student productions and Public-Access Television. I am seeking work in the Tampa area.

Credits

4/14 – 4/14

Camera Operator (Canon) Safety Harbor Singer/Songwriter's Festival

Live/Special Event — Pilot Moon Films Details
4/14 – 4/14

Shot large amounts of b-roll footage for use at a later time by Pilot Moon Films, using their equipment.

2/14 – 4/14

Boom Operator (Boom Operator, TASCAM DR-40 Operator) Wanna Watch A Trilogy?

Film (Feature-length) — Rory Story Productions Details
2/14 – 4/14

During the days I was on set I was responsible capturing and monitoring the audio of two microphones, my own and my assistants. It was my duty to make sure audio captured was crisp, and clear of any distortion which would detract from the overall sound quality of the film.

3/14 – 3/14

Boom Operator (Boom Operator, TASCAM ) What If

Film (Feature-length) — N/A Details
3/14 – 3/14

Worked in both outdoor and indoor locations as a boom operator for a 4 day shoot. In addition to handling my boom, I was also the primary caretaker for the TASCAM Recorder, and sound supervisor for the duration of those 4 days.

3/13 – 5/13

Grip (1st Unit) Wanna Watch A Sequel?

Film (Feature-length) Details
3/13 – 5/13

Covered various aspects of grip work, as well as acted in a minor role.

1/13 – 1/13

Second Assistant Camera (Night shoot. Indoor. Student Film. Short.) Pizza Stains

Film (Feature-length) — Greg Samuels Photography Details
1/13 – 1/13

Was the 2nd AC on set, my responsibility was to make sure lenses were clean and available upon request for the Sony FS100 used to shoot. Also, I assisted the DP, 1st AC, and Director with shot composition. It was a student film, so many roles overlapped.

11/12 – 1/13

Grip Wanna Watch A Movie?

Film (Feature-length) Details
11/12 – 1/13

Covered various aspects of grip work, including a little bit of crossover into sound work whenever I was needed.

8/10 – 11/10

Grip (High School Football Game Live Broadcast) Live Broadcast of High School Football Games

Live/Special Event — Lee County School District Details
8/10 – 11/10

Operated various pieces of broadcasting equipment (microphones, boom, equipment inside the press-box, antenna attached to camera op) on the football field during games. Had to manage equipment while running, and watching players.

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Education

Class of '12

Southeastern University

Film Production Major