Shane Norton
Summary
Over 17 years creating and producing live and recorded content both in-studio and on-location. Crafted a reputation for expert level work with fluid camera movement including Steadicams, stabilizers, and jibs. Moved from operating into leadership roles including coordination of high-level projects and shows such as Sportscenter, Heisman Awards, and PLL draft. Emmy award winning work as the tech project lead for SC Heroes, History, and Hope. Leadership extends to training and mentorship to ensure new hires and potential future leaders are given the knowledge and confidence to chase their own careers.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Studio Operator
Walt Disney CO.
01.2020 - Current
- Coordinate high-level projects and shows.
- Support Ops Specialist team for technical needs.
- Leadership role in the overhaul of Sportscenter studio including implementation of robotics and creating new workflows and SOPs.
- Specialty camera operation and coordination.
- Research/Development of new tech including a Ronin Stabilizer system.
- Trained new staff members in proper use of equipment and adherence to studio policies for a more cohesive team environment.
Coordinating Studio Operator
ESPN
01.2012 - 01.2020
- Lead on special projects.
- Implement new technologies.
- Build and foster teams.
- Steadicam/Jib/Hard Cam.
- Video shading.
- Assessing and implementing workflows.
- Choosing and mentorship of summer interns
Studio Operator
ESPN
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Steadicam, ENG Shoots, Jib.
- Photography.
- Video Shading.
- Customer Service.
- Signal Flow.
- Research
- Ensured smooth studio workflows by coordinating with directors, producers, and engineers to establish schedules and deadlines
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications; Video Production
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT12.2007
Skills
- Project Management
- Team Building/Training
- Strategic Planning
- Leadership
- Video Editing
- Live streaming
- Broadcast production
- Lighting Design
- Relationship Building
- Studio production
- Location Scouting
- New Technologies Research
Timeline
Lead Studio Operator
Walt Disney CO.
01.2020 - Current
Coordinating Studio Operator
ESPN
01.2012 - 01.2020
Studio Operator
ESPN
01.2007 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Communications; Video Production
Southern Connecticut State University
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