Society of Camera Operators, 2815 Winona Avenue, Burbank, CA (2026)

06/03/2026

🎥🍻🤝 Registration Now Open! SOC Member Mix–Up in Los Angeles - Saturday, July 11th. DETAILS:⁣
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Join SOC for a summer evening of connection, conversation and community at an SOC Member Mix-Up — bringing together members from every category for a relaxed night of networking with fellow operators, assistants, instructors, industry professionals and workshop attendees.⁣
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Hosted at , this gathering is designed to connect the SOC community in a fun, casual environment. Enjoy hosted food trucks, beer and wine while mixing. Parking will be available onsite.⁣
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EVENT DETAILS:⁣
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📅 DATE:⁣
Saturday, July 11th, 2026⁣
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⏰ TIME:⁣
5:00pm - 8:00pm⁣
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📍 LOCATION:⁣
Cinemoves⁣
5895 Grimes Canyon Road⁣
Moorpark, CA⁣
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All SOC member categories in good standing are invited and may bring up to two guests.⁣
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Please be courteous to your fellow members and only register if you are able to attend.⁣
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06/02/2026

SOC announces Camera Crane Workshop in CA, July 11 & 12! 🎥🏗️ Register now and join the two day comprehensive workshop. DETAILS:⁣
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The workshop will encompass ample hands-on gear, demonstrations, lecture, and one on one discussions with the instructors.⁣
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INSTRUCTORS:⁣
George Billinger, SOC⁣
Dan Gold, SOC⁣
Geoffrey Haley, SOC⁣
Scott Howell⁣
Simon Jayes, SOC⁣
P. Scott Sakamoto, SOC⁣
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Work with veteran camera operators and learn to execute practical set-ups with some of the largest and often most daunting tools on set; cranes. This 2 day immersive workshop puts students in the hot seat working with a team of expert crane techs and dolly grips to pull off that multi-million dollar shot. Spend time on the wheels, operating the big cranes with stabilized remote heads in a variety of different setups.⁣
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WORKSHOP TOPICS:⁣
- Shot Construction⁣
- Crane choices & differences⁣
- Mechanics⁣
- Negotiating around fixed & live objects⁣
- Knowing the limitations (height, speed, etc)⁣
- Crane use with track⁣
- Base placement⁣
- Versatility⁣
- Bucket clearance⁣
- Arm reach retracted & extended⁣
- Communication⁣
- The key to a successful shot⁣
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📅 DATE:⁣
Saturday, July 11th 8am to 7pm⁣
& Sunday, July 12th, 8am to 7pm⁣
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Please note days will be long and times are estimated. Sunday may run later and we recommend not booking flights out before 9pm Sunday.⁣
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📍 LOCATION:⁣
Cinemoves, Inc⁣
5895 Grimes Canyon Rd⁣
Moorpark, CA 93021⁣
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QUALIFICATIONS:⁣
- SOC Active or Associate Member in good standing⁣
-Competent on gear heads NO EXCEPTIONS⁣
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SOC Member Fee: $1,950 USD⁣
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WHAT’S INCLUDED:⁣
All meals, equipment, and materials are included in the workshop fee. For out-of-town participants, transportation will be provided to and from the host hotel and CineMoves. Accommodations are not included.⁣
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Visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/2y9XEh6 registration and cancellation policy. ⁣
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Event Contact: [email protected]⁣
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—In Partnership With Cinemoves—⁣
Special thanks to Otto Nemenz International, Inc.
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06/01/2026

Kicking off Pride Month, the SOC celebrates a 2026 Camera Operator of the Year Finalist, .⁣
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Aymae Sulick, SOC, is an Emmy-nominated camera operator & award-winning cinematographer based in Los Angeles. With 25 years of experience behind the camera, her work spans indie film, commercials, documentary, live performances, and episodic television. Her operator credits include Insecure, The L Word: Generation Q & The Pitt. She was honored to be nominated with A operator for the 2026 Camera Operator of the Year in Television award for season one of The Pitt. ⁣
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Aymae holds an MFA from USC School of Cinematic Arts and has been a proud member of ICG Local 600 for 13 years, as well as a longtime SOC member. She is grateful for the camera community and those who have mentored her, shared their wisdom, or given her opportunities to grow creatively. She is someone who grew up without a clue about the film industry but is happiest behind a camera, so doing this for a living feels like an incredible privilege. It’s the perfect blend of collaboration, creativity, technical skills & movement. ⁣
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Aymae believes in the power of visual storytelling to make a difference in the world. She prioritizes working on projects that can foster empathy, encourage connections, and illuminate underrepresented perspectives. ⁣
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Photo Credits:⁣
1. Encanto Live. Filming from stage at Hollywood Bowl. ⁣
2. The Pitt. On location in Pittsburgh with A op (DP ) ⁣
3. The Pitt. In action on Warner Bros set. (DP ) photo credit: ⁣
4. Free Larry Hoover Benefit concert at the Coliseum. On the wheels for the technocrane (DP ) ⁣
5. L Word: Generation Q. Rickshaw with dolly grip (DPs & ) ⁣
6. Based on a True Story. On scissorlift. (DPs: & ) photo credit: ⁣
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Presented by the Inclusion Committee—⁣
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05/30/2026

Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month: Allen E. Ho, SOC ⁣
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“I was born and raised in California by immigrant parents in a traditional Chinese household where humility, discipline and hard work were expected. Like a lot of kids growing up with “tiger parents,” I learned early to keep my head down, work hard and not draw too much attention to myself.⁣
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That mindset shaped a lot of who I am. It taught me persistence, attention to detail and respect for the craft. But it also made me naturally soft-spoken in an industry that often rewards the loudest voice in the room. Often I find myself being the only Asian person on a crew, and I spent a long time feeling like I had to fit into the culture around me instead of fully being myself within it.⁣
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Working as a camera operator has challenged me to grow into someone who can confidently take up space, communicate clearly and trust my instincts while still staying collaborative. Operating has become another language for me — a way to interpret emotion, movement and perspective through visual storytelling. I think growing up between cultures taught me how to observe closely, adapt constantly and understand that there are multiple ways to see and experience the same moment. That perspective has deeply shaped the way I move through the world and the way I operate a camera.⁣
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Often I find that I am the only Asian person on a film crew, and for a long time I used to think being different was something I had to overcome. What once made me feel different has ultimately become one of my greatest strengths — both in how I collaborate with people and how I approach storytelling.”⁣
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1. Coachella MainStage Livestream 2025 - Photo by Ryan Campbell⁣
2. “Incoming” Feature Film - DP Rick Diaz⁣
3. “The Chosen” Season 5 - DP Akis Konstantakopoulos⁣
4. “Dr Pepper Fansville” Season 8 - DP Christine Ng⁣
5. “Jesus Revolution” - DP Akis Konstantakopoulos - Photo By Mike Kubeisy⁣
6. Emerging Cinematographer Awards 2024 - Photo by Troy Harvey⁣
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—Presented by the Inclusion Committee—⁣
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05/27/2026

Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, SOC would like to also highlight its Asian members outside of the US. ⁣
Hanafi Malik, SOC (), is a Jakarta-based camera operator known for his technical precision and versatility across a wide range of operating styles. A graduate of the Jakarta Institute of the Arts, he spent over a decade working as a loader and 1st AC, developing a strong foundation in camera systems, lensing, and on-set workflow.⁣
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In 2019, he transitioned into camera operating, bringing with him a deep technical understanding and a strong sense of visual storytelling. His work is characterized by fluid camera movement, precise framing, and the ability to adapt quickly to complex blocking and demanding shooting environments.⁣
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Hanafi is experienced in handheld, remote head, Steadicam, and Trinity systems, allowing him to support a variety of cinematic styles—from controlled studio setups to dynamic action sequences. His collaborations with directors of photography focus on translating visual intent into seamless and expressive camera movement.⁣
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His credits include major productions such as The Big 4 (Netflix, 2022), Ci******es Girl (Netflix, 2024), Samsara (Netflix, 2025), and Heartbreak Motel (2024), where his operating work contributes directly to the visual language and storytelling of each project.⁣
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With over five years of experience as a camera operator, Hanafi continues to refine his craft through collaboration and innovation, while also encouraging the growth of camera operating as a recognized and respected role within the Indonesian film industry.⁣
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1. BTS – First Project as Camera Operator (Portals, 2018)⁣
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2. Stills – The Big 4 (Netflix, 2022)⁣
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3. Stills – Cinta Bete (2022)⁣
DP: Roy Lolang⁣
4. Steadicam Footage – Samsara (Netflix, 2025)⁣
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5. Stills – Heartbreak Motel (2024)⁣
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6. Stills – Ci******es Girl (Netflix, 2024)⁣
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—Presented by the Inclusion Committee—⁣
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05/24/2026

𝘊𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘢 𝘖𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘰𝘳 Archive—“Establishing Shot”⁣
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“Establishing Shot” by David Sammons, SOC is a personal reflection on the unlikely, winding path into a career as a camera operator. Beginning with the inspiration sparked by Star Wars and the behind-the-scenes documentary 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘔𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘧 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘳 𝘞𝘢𝘳𝘴, Sammons traces his early fascination with filmmaking through his first on-set experiences in the California desert, where he gradually learned the discipline and pressure of camera work. From his first nervous stunt setup on a high-speed Arriflex III to his entry into the union and the turning points that followed, he charts the steady progression from production assistant to camera assistant to operator. Key breaks on projects like 𝘓𝘶𝘤𝘬𝘺𝘵𝘰𝘸𝘯, where he earned his first operating credit, and later episodic work such as 𝘓𝘈𝘟, 𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘥 𝘊𝘢𝘴𝘦, and 𝘔𝘢𝘥 𝘔𝘦𝘯, illustrate how mentorship, persistence, and seizing opportunity shaped his career. Ultimately, the article is a candid, ground-level account of learning the craft under pressure and finding a lasting place behind the camera in film and television production.⁣
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Read the story and the 2016 Summer Issue of Camera Operator at Issuu.com > Search “Camera Operator”⁣
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Subscribe to Camera Operator for FREE at SOC.org.⁣
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05/20/2026

Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the SOC would also like to highlight its Asian members outside of the US:⁣ Thai Steadicam Operator Watcharawit “Koon” Ya-inta, SOC, ACO ⁣:
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First, thank you to the Society of Camera Operators for this opportunity. It truly means a great deal to me to be recognized by a community that has shaped so much of who I am today.⁣
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My journey with the SOC began as a student member, growing into an associate member, & now an active member. A large part of my development took place in the US, where I dedicated myself to learning & refining the craft of camera operating. Those years were formative both professionally and personally.⁣
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What I’ve come to realize is how privileged I am to call this my career. Camera operating is more than a job; it’s a way of seeing. It shapes how I observe life, connect with people, & translate emotion into motion.⁣
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After returning to Thailand, I’ve been fortunate to work on projects such as Alien Earth S1, Marvel’s Thunderbolts, Hacks S4, The Flight Attendant S1, Netflix’s Kate, Apple TV’s Shantaram, & many others.⁣
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In recent years, I’ve also committed to giving back. I hold seminars & teach Steadicam workshops annually. Since 2019 I’ve had the privilege of teaching over 60 students. I plan to continue to help guide the next generation into this field.⁣
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At the same time, my passion has expanded into building tools for operators. I started Ya-inta Cine Gear Engineering (.cine), developing practical solutions from design to manufacturing. All of this comes from embracing this career & wanting to contribute back to my fellow brothers & sisters.⁣
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I’m proud, grateful, & truly privileged to be part of this community.⁣
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1. Unknown Commercial⁣
2. “La Cage (The Cage)” Season 2 – DP Antoine Marteau⁣
3. Koon at Ya-Inta Cinema Gear Engineering in Thailand⁣
4. “Travel Changed Me” Away Commercial – DP Lukasz Zal⁣
5. “Got Me Started” Troye Sivan Music Video – DP Stuart Winecoff⁣
6. Steadicam Workshop Thailand 2025⁣
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—Presented by the Inclusion Committee—⁣
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05/15/2026

Operator to Operator: Camera Operators Mitch Dubin, SOC and Colin Anderson, SOC discuss Mitch’s longtime collaboration with Steven Spielberg, trust built over years on set together, and finding the first shot of the day.⁣
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📍Canon USA Burbank⁣

Video editor: Andrew Michel
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05/12/2026

𝘊𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘢 𝘖𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘰𝘳 magazine Archive—“Pose: Having a Ball”⁣
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In “𝘗𝘰𝘴𝘦: 𝘏𝘢𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢 𝘉𝘢𝘭𝘭,” Kate McCallum captures a conversation with camera operators Peter Vietro-Hannum () and Wylda Baron about bringing the vibrant world of Pose to life. Set against the backdrop of 1980s–90s New York ballroom culture, the series—created by Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, and Steven Canals—is described as both groundbreaking in representation and emotionally immersive in its storytelling. Vietro-Hannum highlights the show’s dynamic, anything-goes visual style—wide lenses, kinetic movement, and multi-camera coverage—especially during elaborate Ball sequences that blend performance, fashion, and chaos into a cinematic spectacle.⁣
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Baron emphasizes the deeply collaborative and intuitive nature of operating, where spontaneity, trust, and chemistry with the crew shape each shot in real time. Both operators underscore that beyond the technical craft, the heart of Pose lies in its cast—led by performers like Mj Rodriguez and Billy Porter—whose raw, personal performances often blurred the line between acting and lived experience. Together, the interview frames Pose as a rare production where style, story, and social impact converge, creating a set environment defined as much by joy and community as by craft.⁣
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Cover photo by / FX
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Read the story and the 2020 Summer Issue of 𝘊𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘢 𝘖𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘰𝘳 at https://issuu.com/cameraoperators/docs/co-summer-2020/26
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Subscribe to Camera Operator for FREE at SOC.org.⁣
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05/07/2026

SOC Members! We’d love your feedback.⁣
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If you plan to attend Cine Gear Expo this year, please email us by May 11 with the date and approximate time you expect to be at the expo. 📧 [email protected] ⁣

You are appreciated! ⁣
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