Operating the “TowerCam”
I’ve worked with tons of different cameras, lenses, mounts, robotics, jibs, dollies, just about anything related to capturing images, so when a new technology comes along, and I have the chance to work with it, I jump on the opportunity. The director for ESPN soccer games, who I’ve worked with for years, wanted to add […]
Shooting a news show pilot for Chinese TV
I was recently hired to D.P. a pilot for the Chinese network, CCTV. It’s a news program call “I Cheng”, starring reporter Gloria Cheng Ai. The show is mostly interviews with politicians, economists and world leaders. There are also stand ups with Gloria, as well as ‘man on the street’ interviews and a lot of […]
RAW Flyover footage: NYG Opening Day
During the first game of the 2012 NFL season at Metlife Stadium the New York Giants and Major Mike LaPoint conducted a pre-game flyover with 3 UH-BlackHawk Helicopters. Ferro cameraman Frank Scacciaferro had the good fortune of being able to accompany Major LaPoint in the stadiums catwalk to get an EXCLUSIVE look at how this flyover […]
Robotic Rick and the State of the Union
Rick Cypher, robotics camera operator is a seasoned vet in the production industry, specifically covering live events. In this segment Rick discusses the challenges and techniques he used and overcame while working President Obama’s State of the Union address.
New Insider at Ferro!
Ferro recently had the opportunity to venture deep into the life and career of renowned Cinematographer and Director of Photography, Ken Kelsch, as he sat down with Joe Scacciaferro for an on-camera interview. Ken’s knowledge and experience in the industry is second to none, which is why we are very excited to announce the installment […]
Ken Kelsch: Focus Puller Corey Gegner
Working with Ken Series. Corey Gegner Focus Puller on “Welcome to New York” discusses working with the Arri Alexa.
Ken Kelsch: Adding Filtration on DSLRs
Ken Kelsch, ASC talks matte box, filtration,and “the cool factor” on his DSLR rig.
Ken Kelsch: DSLRs Part II
Ken Kelsch shares production values, and thoughts on focus assist accessories for DSLRs.
Cinematography for TV and Film
Award winning Cinematography veteran Alex Aurichio, explains his various roles and responsibilities of being a camera operator in the world of Film and Television production. For more on Alex click here
February @ Ferro
February was a busy month for Ferro Productions as we re-embarked on our path to seek out the industry’s most intriguing names for on-camera interviews. We were fortunate enough to sit down with three individuals, respectively, who represent very different spectrums of the production community. Each of our interviewees took us on a vivid ride […]
Stevie Wonder concert in United Nations
This was a really fun shoot, just because of how many great musicians were on stage. The event was a Stevie Wonder concert for the 67th Anniversary of the United Nations, with multiple walk on artists and speakers. The venue is the General Assembly building, where full council meetings of the member nations usually take […]
