Television, Video, and Motion Picture Camera Operator
Operate television, video, or motion picture cameras to record images or scenes for broadcasts, advertising, video production, or motion pictures.
Responsibilities
- Edit video for broadcast productions, including non‑linear editing.
- Observe sets or locations for potential problems and determine filming and lighting requirements.
- Set up and operate ENG microwave vehicles to gather and edit raw footage on location.
- Conferring with directors, sound and lighting technicians, electricians, and other crew members to discuss assignments and determine filming sequences and camera movements.
- Label and record contents of exposed film and note details on report forms.
- Receive raw film stock and maintain film inventories.
Key Skills
- Active Listening – Give full attention to others, ask clarifying questions, and avoid interrupting.
- Reading Comprehension – Understand written documents related to work.
- Speaking – Convey information effectively through verbal communication.
- Judgment and Decision Making – Evaluate costs and benefits to choose appropriate actions.
- Coordination – Adjust actions in relation to others’ actions.
- Social Perceptiveness – Recognize others’ reactions and understand causes.