Episode 20: David McGill '72, Steadicam Operator

In this episode, David McGill, TMI Class of 1972, shares his journey of becoming a freelance camera and steadicam operator in the film industry. David has over 25 years experience and has worked on everything from documentaries and corporate videos, to Network TV series and feature films.

David shares how his first love of flying led him to seek out lessons as a teenager and eventually to joining the military. But, upon returning to school after his military service was done, he pursued his second passion–photography. Through an instructor at school, he had his first experience working in film when the Coen brothers began shooting Blood Simple in Austin and was hiring–he was hired as a production assistant.

Listen as David talks about the steadicam making its debut in the film industry and describes how the steadicam works. He gives insightful tips for those interested in film, shares a number of stories during his time in the business, and reflects on his time at TMI.

http://www.davidmcgillsoc.com/ 

David McGill explains how a steadicam works:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUXG1pY_UyA 

 

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