Behind the Scenes: The Volume IRL Podcast Production in New York, New York

There's something special about rolling into New York, New York for a production day. When The Volume called on Assignment Desk to bring their vision to life, Roger Woodruff was ready. As the DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY (DP) on this project, I knew we had the talent, the gear, and the drive to deliver something exceptional.

The day started at 08:00 with a call from Alisa Harrison, our producer, who laid out the game plan. The shoot centered on IRL Podcast — the kind of project that demands both technical precision and creative storytelling. Every frame needed to count, and with The Volume's reputation on the line, there was no room for anything less than our best.

On the technical side, we built our setup around the Fx9, supplemented with 19 inch monitor, 135mm prime. The lighting conditions in New York presented some unique challenges, but that's exactly the kind of problem-solving that makes this job rewarding. Every lens choice, every camera angle was deliberate — designed to capture the story The Volume needed to tell.

Scott and Alberto are amazing . It's these moments — the collaboration, the improvisation, the shared commitment to excellence — that separate a good production from a great one.

By 16:30, we had everything The Volume needed and then some. The footage will speak for itself — clean, compelling, ready to be cut into a story that resonates with their audience. This is what video production in New York, New York looks like when you bring the right crew to the table.

Another day, another story told. If you're looking for professional video production crews in New York, New York or anywhere across the country, Assignment Desk has the Directors of Photography, camera operators, and production teams ready to bring your next project to life. Let's create something impactful together.