Ethan Polak on LinkedIn: Monday was a bittersweet moment after my first season as a camera operator… (2024)

Ethan Polak

NCAA Media Coordination and Stats Intern / B.A. Sports Media and Strategic Communication

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Monday was a bittersweet moment after my first season as a camera operator with came to a close. This year has been one wild ride, and I am grateful to have been part of such a historic playoff run.From operating PTZ cameras during college basketball tournaments to running the tight-follow cam at the G-League Playoffs to controlling the game cam during the Eastern Conference Finals, I received countless opportunities this season to gain more experience behind the camera.A special thanks to my directors Brian Rogat, Matthew Scott, and Rich Geers as well as the entire PS&E production crew for providing me with the chance to grow my career at the highest level in the sports production industry. I'm excited to keep working with the crew this summer as I kick off my first season with the Indiana Fever!#sportsproduction #pacers #playoffs #cameraoperator

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