Female Steadicam operator carves niche in industry

Female Steadicam operator carves niche in industry
Janice Arthur. WBEZ/Carrie Shepherd
Female Steadicam operator carves niche in industry
Janice Arthur. WBEZ/Carrie Shepherd

Female Steadicam operator carves niche in industry

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Chicagoan Janice Arthur is a Steadicam operator whose work was recognized during the Women in Film Chicago 2009 Focus Awards ceremony. “Eight Forty-Eight’s” Alison Cuddy talked with the honoree back in 2009 just prior to her award, and Arthur says she was introduced to her work instrument through curiosity.