How do they match: Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film

  • Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film

  • Director
  • Television Camera Operator
  • Television Cameraman
  • Television News Photographer
  • Television Producer
  • Television Production Assistant
  • Creative Services Director
  • Floor Director
  • Photography Director
  • Technical Director

  • Operate television, video, or film camera to record images or scenes for television, video, or film productions.

  • Direct studio productions.
  • Compose and frame each shot, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses, film, filters, and camera settings to achieve the effects sought by directors.
  • 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.
  • Operate television or motion picture cameras to record scenes for television broadcasts, advertising, or motion pictures.
  • Set up and operate electric news gathering (ENG) microwave vehicles to gather and edit raw footage on location to send to television affiliates for broadcast.

  • Direct productions or performances.