Steve Simmons ~ Camera Operator

Based in Los Angeles, California, I work as a Steadicam, Jib Arm and Remote Head operator. My extensive travels around the globe as both operator and technician have given me many valuable skills for use in everyday shooting.

Having worked as a Steadicam / Jib technician and Utility for many years has allowed me to become familiar with all aspects of operating, setup and repair of Steadicams and various jib arms and cranes.

Special Skills:

Camera: Steadicam, Jib and Remote Head operating, have operated up to 40-foot Jib arms and 85-foot cranes.

Technical: Adjustment and setup of Steadicams, Jibs, Remote Heads and Remote Camera Platforms. Complete rebuilding of Steadicam arms. Electronic repair.

Training Includes:

Steadicam - Cinema Products Malibu Workshop
Wes Cam - Crane and moving platform mounted
Techno-Jib - Telescopic Jib Arms
Gyron - Nettman Gyro-Stabilized Heads
Cam-Remote - Two and Three-axis remote heads
Mini-Mote - Matthews Studio Equipment
Stargate - Two and Three-axis remote head
Cam Mate - Two and three-axis remote heads and jib arms
Jimmy Jib - Two and three-axis remote heads and jib arms

And more...