Summary

A Professional hard working team member, who is knowledgeable of production equipment, activities, and etiquette. Is Creative,individually and with team. Experience with most camera system and focus set ups/ Agito and Shotover G1 trained.

Credits

8/23 – 8/23

Assistant Camera (AC) (Arri Alexa mini lf ) Surviving a Serial Killer

Unknown — Digital — Radley Studios Details
8/23 – 8/23

The First Assistant Camera (1st AC) for the show "Surviving a Serial Killer" produced by Radley Studios plays a crucial role in the camera department, even without the responsibility of pulling focus. The production involves a 3-camera shoot using an Arri Alexa Mini LF, Sony FX9, and Sony FX3. The 1st AC's duties include assisting with lens changes, managing camera equipment, ensuring all cameras are powered and ready for operation, and assisting with camera movements during shots. They work closely with the camera operator, Director of Photography (DP), and other crew members to ensure each camera is properly positioned and ready for each shot. Additionally, the 1st AC may be responsible for transporting and setting up the camera equipment, as well as managing the batteries and memory cards. Their role is essential for the efficient operation of the camera department and contributes to the overall success of the "Surviving a Serial Killer" production by Radley Studios.

8/23 – 8/23

First Assistant Camera (Pulling focus ) heron, documentary

Apple TV+ — Digital — Spectacle Productions LLC Details
8/23 – 8/23

The First Assistant Camera (1st AC) for heron documentary produced by Spectacle Productions LLC has a critical role in ensuring the technical quality of the production. Their primary responsibility is pulling focus during shots, which involves adjusting the camera's focus to maintain a sharp image on the subject as it moves within the frame. This is particularly important for a sports documentary like this one, where maintaining focus on the fast-moving action is crucial. Additionally, the 1st AC is responsible for assisting with lens changes, managing camera equipment, and ensuring the camera is powered and ready for operation. They work closely with the camera operator, Director of Photography (DP), and other crew members to ensure the camera is properly positioned and ready for each shot. Ultimately, the 1st AC's role, which includes focus pulling, is vital for the smooth running of the camera department and contributes to the overall success of the heron documentary produced by Spectacle Productions LLC.

7/23 – 7/23

Assistant Camera (AC) (Sony fx 6 x2 ) Internal interviews Cleveland clinic

Internally — Corporate — DigiVision Productions Details
7/23 – 7/23

The Assistant Camera (AC) for a corporate gig produced by DigiVizion Productions plays a key role in the camera department, even without the responsibility of pulling focus. Their duties include assisting with lens changes, managing camera equipment, ensuring the camera is powered and ready for operation, and assisting with camera movements during shots. They work closely with the camera operator, Director of Photography (DP), and other crew members to ensure the camera is properly positioned and ready for each shot. Additionally, the AC may be responsible for transporting and setting up the camera equipment, as well as managing the batteries and memory cards. Their role is essential for the efficient operation of the camera department and contributes to the overall success of the corporate gig produced by DigiVizion Productions.

6/23 – 6/23

Assistant Camera (AC) (Arri alexa mini lf ) Love and hip hop 2023

uknown — Digital — Visually minded productions Details
6/23 – 6/23

The First Assistant Camera (1st AC) for the Love and Hip Hop production by Visually Minded Media plays a crucial role in the camera department, even without the responsibility of pulling focus. Their duties include assisting with lens changes, managing camera equipment, ensuring the camera is powered and ready for operation, and assisting with camera movements during shots. They work closely with the camera operator, Director of Photography (DP), and other crew members to ensure the camera is properly positioned and ready for each shot. Additionally, the 1st AC may be responsible for transporting and setting up the camera equipment, as well as managing the batteries and memory cards. Their role is essential for the efficient operation of the camera department and contributes to the overall success of the Love and Hip Hop production by Visually Minded Media.

6/23 – 6/23

Assistant Camera (AC) (Red Kamodo ) Hip hop destinations

Unknown — Digital — ESPN Andscape Details
6/23 – 6/23

The First Assistant Camera (1st AC) for Hip-Hop Destinations, produced by ESPN andscapes, has a crucial role in the camera department, even without the responsibility of pulling focus. Their duties include assisting with lens changes, managing camera equipment, ensuring the camera is powered and ready for operation, and assisting with camera movements during shots. They work closely with the camera operator, Director of Photography (DP), and other crew members to ensure the camera is properly positioned and ready for each shot. Additionally, the 1st AC may be responsible for transporting and setting up the camera equipment, as well as managing the batteries and memory cards. Their role is essential for the efficient operation of the camera department and contributes to the overall success of the Hip-Hop Destinations production by ESPN andscapes.

5/23 – 5/23

AGITO tech / pilot Academy of Country Music

Prime Video — Live/Special Event — Dick Clark Productions Details
5/23 – 5/23

The AGITO Operator or Pilot for the Academy of Country Music Awards has a pivotal role in capturing dynamic and fluid camera movements during the event. Responsibilities include assembling, conducting technical checks, and operating the AGITO, a state-of-the-art modular remote dolly system designed for creating dynamic camera movements. This involves coordinating and executing camera movements in collaboration with the Director of Photography (DP) or cinematographer, capturing sweeping shots of the audience, close-ups of the artists, and dynamic angles of the performances, all while navigating a bustling and fast-paced live event environment. Additionally, the AGITO Operator or Pilot is responsible for troubleshooting any technical issues that arise, making real-time adjustments to the camera movements as needed, and collaborating with other crew members to ensure seamless integration with the overall production. Their critical role ensures the delivery of fluid and precise camera movements, thereby enhancing the visual aesthetics and narrative impact of the Academy of Country Music Awards broadcast

5/23 – 5/23

AGITO pilot and g1 tech Cf church album shoot

Unknown — Live/Special Event — MT JIBS Details
5/23 – 5/23

The AGITO Operator or Pilot and Shotover G1 Gimbal Technician for a church album shoot has a multifaceted role in capturing dynamic and fluid camera movements during the production. Responsibilities include assembling, conducting technical checks, and operating both the AGITO, a modular remote dolly system, and the Shotover G1 Gimbal, a stabilized camera mount designed for capturing smooth shots in dynamic environments. As the AGITO Operator or Pilot, they are responsible for coordinating and executing camera movements in collaboration with the Director of Photography (DP) or cinematographer, capturing sweeping shots of the musicians, dynamic angles of the performances, and the overall atmosphere of the church, all while navigating a controlled yet dynamic environment. As the Shotover G1 Gimbal Technician, they are responsible for setting up and operating the gimbal, ensuring it is properly balanced and calibrated, and making real-time adjustments to the camera movements as needed. Additionally, they are responsible for troubleshooting any technical issues that arise with either the AGITO or the Shotover G1 Gimbal, and collaborating with other crew members to ensure seamless integration with the overall production. Their critical role ensures the delivery of fluid and precise camera movements, thereby enhancing the visual aesthetics and narrative impact of the church album shoot

5/23 – 5/23

First Assistant Camera (Pulling focus ) Cystic fibrosis documentary

Unknown — Digital — Flying Giant Productions Details
5/23 – 5/23

The First Assistant Camera (1st AC) for a documentary about cystic fibrosis produced by Flying Giant Productions plays a vital role in ensuring the technical quality of the production. Their responsibilities include assisting with lens changes, managing camera equipment, ensuring the camera is powered and ready for operation, and assisting with camera movements during shots. They work closely with the camera operator, Director of Photography (DP), and other crew members to ensure the camera is properly positioned and ready for each shot. Additionally, the 1st AC may be responsible for transporting and setting up the camera equipment, as well as managing the batteries and memory cards. Their role is essential for the efficient operation of the camera department and contributes to the overall success of the documentary about cystic fibrosis produced by Flying Giant Productions.

Unions

  • IATSE Local 600 International Cinematographers Guild (ICG)

Self ID

I identify with the following groups:

  • Ethnicity: Choose not to identify ethnicity
  • Gender: Man

Media

Recos

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Mitch Anthony
Field Producer
Cody is always one of my first calls when crewing a show. He works very methodically and strategically at a high level to make sure all the details have been thought of before they become a problem. From gear prepping days before to keeping the camer ...MORE...

Education

Class of '11

f.s. University

bachelors degree in the sciences of film
Class of '09

strath haven high school

Life

Skills

  • Final Cut
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Photo Shop
  • Camera op (8 years)
  • Cheer Stunting/Tumbling
  • Editing (5 years)
  • Gymn
  • Gymnastics
  • Interview set up and lighting
  • lighting (7 years)
  • MMA