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Brian Murphy

Summary

Accomplished Camera Operator with a proven track record at CNN, adept in video production and staff management. Excelled in capturing high-quality footage and leading teams to success, showcasing expertise in equipment configuration and project management. Renowned for enhancing production quality through visual color adjustment and effective task prioritization.


Experienced with operating variety of camera equipment and capturing compelling visuals. Utilizes strong technical skills to adapt to different shooting conditions and production requirements. Track record of collaborating efficiently with production teams to achieve creative and technical goals.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Camera Operator/Legal Deposition Videographer

Independent Contractor - Self Employed
05.2020 - Current
  • Set up equipment for inside and outside shots.
  • Supported multi-camera setups by effectively communicating with other operators to achieve desired coverage during live events or studio recordings.
  • Worked with directors to capture desired shots.
  • Operated various camera types proficiently, including DSLR, mirrorless, and cinema cameras, ensuring optimal image quality for each project.
  • Operated television studio cameras during live production.
  • Framed shots and operated jib arm and dolly for smooth camera movement.
  • Operated cameras for a variety of live events, including sports, entertainment and news broadcasts.
  • Enhanced video quality by skillfully operating camera equipment and adjusting angles, focus, and lighting.
  • Adapted shooting style for various projects such as documentaries, commercials, music videos, and news segments to create engaging visuals that matched the tone of each piece.
  • Adapted quickly to new camera technologies, staying ahead in rapidly evolving film industry.

Robotics and Hand-held Camera Operator

Litigation Services
07.2014 - 05.2020

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  • Captured high-quality footage, ensuring visual clarity and consistency.
  • Operated camera equipment to produce engaging video content.
  • Enhanced video production quality by skillfully adjusting camera settings.
  • Collaborated with production team to achieve desired visual effects.
  • Managed a team of seven direct reports, responsibilities included monthly expense reports, signing off on payroll, supervising individuals to ensure the company stayed compliant with state laws/regulations and facilitated monthly weekly meetings with my team.

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Studio Camera Operator

Bite Size TV/Hollywood Today Live
06.2013 - 01.2018
  • Liaised with directors and producers to achieve desired look and feel of scenes and subjects.
  • Shot various live talk shows, including Hollywood Live Today.
  • Fast paced, multi-camera shows shot on pedestal and hand-held cameras.
  • Transported and set up camera dollies, sliders and jibs.
  • Captured footage for wide range of projects, feature films, or documentaries.

Studio Camera Operator

Cable News Network (CNN) and CNN Latino
10.2005 - 03.2013
  • Contributed to the production team''s success by executing smooth camera movements and transitions during live events.
  • Operated hand-held and pedestal cameras in an extremely fast paced and live television environment.
  • Provided digital video imagery for Larry King Live, Show Biz Tonight, Anderson Cooper, Piers Morgan and Dr. Drew, Spanish broadcast show Sin Limits
  • Maximized viewer engagement through skillful operation of both manual and robotic camera systems during live programming.
  • Enhanced live broadcasts by efficiently operating studio cameras and maintaining proper framing and focus.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GA
05-1998

Skills

  • Skilled in Video Production
  • Setting up equipment
  • Staff management
  • Pre-production skills
  • Project management
  • Editing skills
  • Visual Color Adjustment
  • Equipment configuration
  • Effective Task Prioritization
  • Equipment testing
  • Camera maintenance
  • Skilled in Copyediting and Proofreading

Certification

  • Court Videographers (AGCV)

Timeline

Camera Operator/Legal Deposition Videographer

Independent Contractor - Self Employed
05.2020 - Current

Robotics and Hand-held Camera Operator

Litigation Services
07.2014 - 05.2020

Studio Camera Operator

Bite Size TV/Hollywood Today Live
06.2013 - 01.2018

Studio Camera Operator

Cable News Network (CNN) and CNN Latino
10.2005 - 03.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Clark Atlanta University
Brian Murphy