Versus Cameraman Ray Wenzal is protected by heavy steel rails at the side of the arena, but there is still a danger from flying dirt and debris. He’s shooting with one of 10 High Definition Ikegami HDK-79EC cameras.
All photos by Bill Miller

The monitor on the 18ft. jib allows operator Todd Rolling to keep sharp focus on all the action in the arena two stories down.

Standard-defnition 16x9 Pyle monitors are used on the pole cameras to allow operators to get their lenses right in the bulls' face while staying somewhat clear of danger.

Audio engineer Lnace Gordon mixes the show on a Solid State Logic MT Plus digital audio console. It’s a fast show, and it's all mixed live.

Digital editing is done on one of three EVS Live Slow Motion hard disk recorders, which are used for teases, bumps, and instant replay.

Todd Rollings' jib camera appears to be swallowed by a burst of flame during the opens pyrotechnics before each bull riding event. It is really a safe distance away.

Cameraman Kyle Hagen gets a close-up of famed bull rider Adriana Morais during the opening ceremonies in Worcester, Mass.