As a Sound Recordist on Gold Rush it was my job to capture audio from the miners on site. This required me to mic up to 10 miners each morning so that we could drop in on them during the day and film whatever was taking place. This could range from routine maintenance, to driving a 120 ton bulldozer. Mic placement was key, as well as ensuring the equipment was set and could function properly throughout the miners shifts without failure.

As well as radio mics I also managed the Timecode Network for the site, the camera links, and the IEMs that providing monitoring to the crew on site.

The Yukon is well known for it's adverse weather conditions, and there is a local saying: "If you don't like the weather in the Yukon, just wait 10 minutes!". The weather is it's own character, and the days could range from sunshine to snow with very little warning. Mining doesn't stop for the weather and we would continue to film no matter the conditions. I feel I am very experienced at working in adverse weather conditions and enjoy the challenge that these conditions provide.

My one take away from working on this show is to expect the unexpected, and always be prepared from anything. I enjoy this type of work as it provides new challenges and experiences, as well as the opportunity to work in a unique environment