Television, Video and Film Camera Operators manipulate images that entertain or inform an audience. They capture a wide range of material for television, movies, and other media.
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- Television, Video, and Film Camera Operators
- Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
What do they typically do
- Discuss assignments and determine filming sequences, desired effects, camera movements, and lighting requirements with directors, sound and lighting technicians, electricians, and others
- Operate television or motion picture cameras to record scenes for television broadcasts, advertising, or motion pictures
- Assemble studio sets, and select and arrange cameras, film stock, audio, or lighting equipment to be used during filming
- Adjust positions and controls of cameras, printers, and related equipment to change focus, exposure, and lighting
- Set up cameras, optical printers, and related equipment to produce photographs and special effects
- Compose and frame each shot, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses, film, filters, and camera settings to achieve the effects sought by directors
- Set up and perform live shots for broadcast
- Edit video for broadcast productions, including non-linear editing
Number of Jobs
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Job Growth +0.8%
Job Openings 5
Education & Training
- Education Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
Private Training Programs
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