Featured Speaker: Patrick Doyle

Panelist

Biography

Patrick Doyle is a 30-year veteran Camera and Steadicam Operator in the television and motion picture industry. After decades working behind the camera on major productions, he is now stepping into producing and development, currently working on a television series adaptation of a book by Inverness author Frank MacDonald. Throughout his career, Patrick has worked on a wide range of acclaimed television series and feature films, including From, Washington Black starring Emmy and Golden Globe Award winner Sterling K. Brown and Charles Dance of Game of Thrones fame, Netflix’s untitled Newfoundland series starring Josh Hartnett, Disney’s Books of Blood featuring Britt Robertson, and Acorn TV’s new series You’re Killing Me starring Brooke Shields and Amalia Williamson. Patrick has collaborated with major studios and networks including NBCUniversal, Warner Bros., Sony Pictures Entertainment, A&E Networks, and Hallmark Media. Over the years, he has worked directly with celebrated actors including Emmy and Golden Globe Award winner William Shatner, Emmy Award winner Julianna Margulies, Academy Award winner Adrien Brody, Liam Cunningham from Game of Thrones, and Tom Ellis from Lucifer, among many others.

 

CAPE BRETON FILM INDUSTRY 101: How To Get Started!

Are you interested in getting involved in the exciting and growing Cape Breton Film Industry? Whether you’d like to be an actor, background extra, production assistant, lighting tech, or camera operator…this panel discussion and Q&A is for you! Join CaperCon in welcoming Nova Scotia’s leading SteadiCam operator Patrick Doyle, Hennessey Casting agent Shelley MacPhail (“From”, “The Institute”, “We Were Liars”), and Bill Culp (“Little Lorraine”, voiceovers: “Marvel’s The Avengers”, “Spiderman 2”, “Bride of Chucky”) 

After the 1pm panel discussion, Shelley, Patrick, and Bill will be available for a fun and informative “meet & greet” with CaperCon attendees!

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CAPE BRETON FILM INDUSTRY 101: How To Get Started!

  • 30 May, 2026
  • 13:00 - 14:00
  • Main Events