description
Operate television, video, or film camera to record images or scenes for television, video, or film productions.
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details
Currently Employed:
530
Projected Annual Job Openings:
60
Typical Hourly Wage:
$32.03 - $50.75
Typical Annual Salary:
$66,620 - $105,570
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typical training
Typical education needed for entry:
Bachelor's degree
Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation:
No work experience
Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation:
No on-the-job training
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typical job duties
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Compose and frame each shot, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses, film, filters, and camera settings to achieve the effects sought by directors.
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Operate television or motion picture cameras to record scenes for television broadcasts, advertising, or motion pictures.
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Edit video for broadcast productions, including non-linear editing.
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Instruct camera operators regarding camera setups, angles, distances, movement, and variables and cues for starting and stopping filming.
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Adjust positions and controls of cameras, printers, and related equipment to change focus, exposure, and lighting.
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Confer with directors, sound and lighting technicians, electricians, and other crew members to discuss assignments and determine filming sequences, desired effects, camera movements, and lighting requirements.
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Operate zoom lenses, changing images according to specifications and rehearsal instructions.
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Observe sets or locations for potential problems and to determine filming and lighting requirements.
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Assemble studio sets and select and arrange cameras, film stock, audio, or lighting equipment to be used during filming.
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Read and analyze work orders and specifications to determine locations of subject material, work procedures, sequences of operations, and machine setups.
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tools & technology
Tools:
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Aircraft guidance systems
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Airships
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Camera controllers
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Digital camcorders or video cameras
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Radio frequency transmitters or receivers
Technology:
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Analytical or scientific software
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Cloud-based data access and sharing software
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Desktop publishing software
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Graphics or photo imaging software
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Video creation and editing software
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