Job Duties for Film and video camera operators
- Meet with director and senior members of camera crew to discuss assignment and determine filming sequences, camera movements and picture composition
- Select and set up camera equipment to be used and attach lens, filters and film magazine to camera
- Adjust focus, exposure, lighting and other camera settings
- Operate film or video camera to record news, live events, films, videos and television broadcasts
- Label and record contents of exposed film, and complete report sheets
- Test, maintain and store equipment.
Working Conditions for Film and video camera operators
Work is usually performed in film or television studios, while some live event coverage may require travel to various locations outside this setting.
Alternate Job Titles
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- Studio Camera Operator
- Television Camera Operator
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- Videographer
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- Camera Operator
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- Film Camera Operator
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