Terry McCarthy

Terry McCarthy is the Chief Executive Officer of the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC), a position he has held since November 2019.2 Here are some key details about Terry McCarthy:

Professional Background

• McCarthy has over 30 years of experience in journalism, television, print media, and non-profit management.13

• Prior to joining ASC, he served as:

  • President of the American Academy in Berlin (September 2018 - April 2019)2
  • President and CEO of the Los Angeles World Affairs Council2

• He had a distinguished career as a foreign correspondent, working for:

  • CBS News (2009-2011)2
  • ABC News
  • TIME magazine

Achievements and Skills

• McCarthy is a four-time Emmy winner and recipient of an Edward R. Murrow Award.13

• He speaks six languages: English, German, French, Spanish, Japanese and Chinese.12

• As a journalist, he covered political, military and societal issues across the US, Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Latin America.25

Role at ASC

As CEO of the American Society of Cinematographers, McCarthy:

• Manages all business matters relating to the Society, including events, educational efforts, and publishing.1

• Oversees the ASC's live events on movies and TV series, technology committees, education programs, and the publication of American Cinematographer magazine.45

• Helped the ASC pivot towards online activities during the pandemic, boosting revenue from digital subscriptions, online Master Classes, and sponsored content.2

McCarthy's diverse background in media, global relationship building, and non-profit management has positioned him to guide the ASC's outreach, visibility, and publishing activities in the rapidly evolving entertainment industry.12