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Camera operator and FAA Part 107 drone operator with 13 years of hands-on experience in grip, electric, and visual storytelling. I’m reliable on set and comfortable working solo or in multi-camera teams, with a strong focus on following the story, cross-shooting, and capturing dynamic B-roll. I bring my own production gear (Sony FX6/FX3 and DJI Mavic 3 packages) and have extensive field experience shooting, lighting, and managing equipment—covering verite, interviews, construction/feature progress, aerial footage, and single-cam days across NYC, Tri-State, Boston, and beyond.…Camera operator and FAA Part 107 drone operator with 13 years of hands-on experience in grip, electric, and visual storytelling. I’m reliable on set and comfortable working solo or in multi-camera teams, with a strong focus on following the story, cross-shooting, and capturing dynamic B-roll. I bring my own production gear (Sony FX6/FX3 and DJI Mavic 3 packages) and have extensive field experience shooting, lighting, and managing equipment—covering verite, interviews, construction/feature progress, aerial footage, and single-cam days across NYC, Tri-State, Boston, and beyond.

TC Franco

Camera Operator, Director of Photography, Videographer, +1

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Camera operator and FAA Part 107 drone operator with 13 years of hands-on experience in grip, electric, and visual storytelling. I’m reliable on set and comfortable working solo or in multi-camera teams, with a strong focus on following the story, cross-shooting, and capturing dynamic B-roll. I bring my own production gear (Sony FX6/FX3 and DJI Mavic 3 packages) and have extensive field experience shooting, lighting, and managing equipment—covering verite, interviews, construction/feature progress, aerial footage, and single-cam days across NYC, Tri-State, Boston, and beyond.…Camera operator and FAA Part 107 drone operator with 13 years of hands-on experience in grip, electric, and visual storytelling. I’m reliable on set and comfortable working solo or in multi-camera teams, with a strong focus on following the story, cross-shooting, and capturing dynamic B-roll. I bring my own production gear (Sony FX6/FX3 and DJI Mavic 3 packages) and have extensive field experience shooting, lighting, and managing equipment—covering verite, interviews, construction/feature progress, aerial footage, and single-cam days across NYC, Tri-State, Boston, and beyond.

Available to hire

Camera operator and FAA Part 107 drone operator with 13 years of hands-on experience in grip, electric, and visual storytelling. I’m reliable on set and comfortable working solo or in multi-camera teams, with a strong focus on following the story, cross-shooting, and capturing dynamic B-roll.

I bring my own production gear (Sony FX6/FX3 and DJI Mavic 3 packages) and have extensive field experience shooting, lighting, and managing equipment—covering verite, interviews, construction/feature progress, aerial footage, and single-cam days across NYC, Tri-State, Boston, and beyond.

Skills

Leadership

Motion Graphic

Experience Level

Leadership

Intermediate

Motion Graphic

Beginner

Work Experience

Director of Photography/Drone Operator at In with the Old S7 E4 | Magnolia/HBO MAX | Rose Rock

December 1, 2023 - December 1, 2024

Shot and lit all aspects of the episode including verite, construction progression, interviews, drone, and B-roll. Worked as single camera on most days. Supplied all camera gear, drone, and lights.

Camera Operator/Drone Operator at Jersey Shore Family Vacation S6-8 | MTV | 495 Productions

April 1, 2023 - December 1, 2025

Brought in as an additional camera operator to support a multi-camera team, capturing verite scenes and green screen interviews with a cast of 6+ high-profile talent. Shot dynamic town and establishing B-roll, including aerial footage. Provided both camera and drone gear for multiple shoots.

Director of Photography/Drone Operator at Restoration Road w/ Clint Harp S1-5 | Magnolia | Big Table Media

September 1, 2019 - September 1, 2023

Served as DP while in the field shooting host-driven content, beauty shots, and B-roll. Managed lighting scenes and gear on some shoot days. Worked during COVID with remote producers. Operated drones for exterior establishment, hosted scenes, and B-roll.

Director of Photography/Field Producer/Drone Operator at First Time Flippers S2-10 | DIY Network | Boy Wonder Productions

July 1, 2015 - April 1, 2019

Completed 9 seasons handling lighting and shooting scenes, interviews, house beauty shots, and B-roll. Frequently worked in tight spaces under tough conditions. Oversaw a 4-person crew and trained episode-specific crew on show style. Shot/produced solo when needed, with weekly domestic travel. Solely responsible for equipment maintenance and organization in the field. Experienced with ARRI, Sony, Canon, Panasonic, Blackmagic, and GoPro; primarily DJI Inspire2 drones. Also experienced with MoVI/Ronins and Dana dollies.