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Film and Television Camera Operator
Film and television camera operators set up, position and
operate equipment in studios or on location to photograph
people, events and scenes.
Film camera operators use 16 mm and 35 mm film cameras for
motion pictures, whereas television and video camera operators
use cine-electronic television or video cameras for direct
telecast and for recording.
A film and television camera operator may perform the
following tasks:
- discuss with the director the types of film, video and
lenses to be used as well as focus and distance settings,
and camera angles
- select and set up equipment and accessories
- check that lighting has been organised, or set up lights
as required
- view scenes through viewfinders, make final adjustments
and photograph scenes
- monitor equipment during operation
- move cameras and adjust controls to follow the action of
scenes being photographed
- consult with other technical workers such as light or
sound technicians to obtain required results
- supervise assistants during the production phase.
Film and television camera operators work as part of a team
and are often required to work long, irregular hours,
including nights and weekends. They may need to travel to
remote areas.
For camera operators with considerable experience in the
industry, it may be possible to become a director of
photography. However, competition for such jobs is very high
as there are few people working in this occupation.
A director of photography may be required to perform the
following additional tasks:
- organise the film production unit and instruct camera
operators regarding camera set-up, angles, distance and
movement
- signal cues to start and stop filming
- view processed film after each day's filming and decide
if re-filming is necessary.
Required Skills - Film and Television Camera Operator
- able to accept direction
- highly organised
- value attention to detail
- patience
- able to work under pressure
- good communication skills
- creative
- able to work as part of a team
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