TV Makers

Ep 9: Dom Jackson - Steadicam Operator

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Show Notes

In this weeks episode of TV Makers we have a true master of his craft, the incredibly talented Steadicam Operator, Dom Jackson! Dom has used his skills on Award winning shows such as Strictly come Dancing, Big Brother, Olympic closing and opening ceremonies, Japan World Cup, BAFTA’s, EMA and NME awards as well as being the go to operator for huge live concerts for the likes of Coldplay, Rolling Stones, and the Killers to name just a few and he joins TV Makers to give us an insigh...

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