Zero People Zero: Dave Schuman
After a long hiatus, welcome back to another Zero People Zero! Meet ZPZ’s Junior Post Coordinator, Dave Schuman.
Learn about Dave’s love for surfing (even in the dead of winter), his woodworking skills and much more.
ZPZ: What do you do at ZPZ on a daily basis?
DS: Here at ZPZ, I am responsible for backing up all of our completed shows to drives and our server. This involves coordinating with our post supervisors and editors to see when each show episode is finalized. I also make the exports for online sharing. The shows I work on here are Mind of a Chef, Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown, Steve Rinella’s MeatEater, and occasionally The Hunt with John Walsh. Avid Media Composer is the primary program I use, mainly for exports or small add on’s/changes. What I love about this place is how hands on I get to be with the media. It is a great environment to learn in. I feel very honored to be apart of the ZPZ post team. If you are looking to get into post, make sure you can be in a dark room for a long time!
ZPZ: What could you see yourself doing if you weren’t in production?
DS: If I weren’t in production, I would probably be working at a woodshop or metal fabrication shop. Before I really started PA’ing, I worked in a few highend woodshops. At the woodshops, we would design and build custom furniture for personal use and businesses. I also wanted to follow in my father's footsteps and become the next best thing, a mechanic! (Dad said NO). But I did learn everything I know now about cars and how to work on them, so I got most the knowledge of a mechanic but not the long hours and back pain (thank you Dad). That’s why they call me Mr. Fix it! Growing up, I also wanted to be a veterinarian, which would be great for a person who doesn't suffer from asthma. (Too bad that’s me)...
ZPZ: Speaking of veterinarians, we heard you had a dog?
DS: My dog is the definition of pampered. Her name is Mona. She is a Mini Goldendoodle. Mona has quite a few tricks up her sleeve. She knows how to beg and lick to get us up in the morning. As well as the standard sit, jump, turnaround, lay down and stay. Mona is what I call a morning dog; 6am sharp she is up and wants to go for a walk to the dog park
ZPZ: We also found out that you’re an avid surfer. Tell us about it, and what a playlist you listen to before you go.
DS: I began surfing when I was around 13 or so with my cousins. We loved going to the beach and one year all of us got surfboards to learn. Looking back it was just something really fun to do but as I grew up I learned there was much more than just fun. Surfing for me is an escape. When the conditions are perfect I’ll go before work to catch the sunrise. Surfing clears all your thoughts and brings you close to mother nature. On the way to the beach at 4:30 in the morning before work, I usually go to this playlist.
[Getting down at long beach]
DS: Some people don't realize that New York does get good waves. Mostly from late August to February. I do surf through the winter in New York which gets tough. That's why I love taking surf trips in winter to warmer climates. Last year my girlfriend and I went to Rincon, Puerto Rico. There were so many different breaks all within 10 minutes of each other.
ZPZ: A ZPZ staple, show us some throwback pics.
[I still love my weekend naps]
[I had a #dadbod before it was cool]
Thanks , Dave! We’re heading out for the weekend. Until next time.
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