The boom microphone first appeared on a film set in 1929 and since then it has been an indispensable part of audio film production. Though it looks simple, (holding a boom mic out of frame, making sure it doesn’t fall on someone’s head, etc.) operating a boom mic requires technique and precision.
Boom Operators work closely with production sound mixers by operating boom microphones, selecting and placing radio microphones, and maintaining the audio equipment. New York Film Academy (NYFA) 6-Week Documentary Filmmaking alum-turned-faculty Anna Khromova has been working as a boom operator since completing the program. Since her time as a student, her projects include work alongside notable names including Neil Patrick Harris and Gigi Hadid.
Anna Khromova spoke with NYFA about her role as a boom mic operator, her work out routine and what it takes to work on set with boom mics.
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