camera operator (EN)
ISCO 3521 · v1.2.1
Camera operators setup and operate digital film cameras to shoot domestic motion pictures or television programs. They work together with the video and motion picture director, the director of photography, or the private client. Camera operators give advice on how to shoot scenes to actors, the video and motion picture director and other camera operators.
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Source aliases (EN)
- camera equipment operator
- camerawoman
- video camera operator
- videographer
- cameraman
- remote head operator
- camera crane operator
- railcam operator
- towercam operator
- steadicam operator
Skills and knowledge
Essential (EN) · 23
- operate a camera
- work ergonomically
- follow work schedule
- photography
- analyse the scenography
- adapt artistic plan to location
- set up cameras
- set up audiovisual peripheral equipment
- select camera apertures
- work with the director of photography
- adapt to type of media
- determine visual concepts
- analyse a script
- follow directions of the artistic director
- lighting techniques
- study media sources
- use technical documentation
- audiovisual equipment
- create moving images
- work with an artistic team
- cinematography
- keep up with trends
- ensure visual quality of the set
Optional (EN) · 22
- transfer uncut audiovisual material to computer
- work with motion picture editing team
- manage technical resources stock
- assess power needs
- film production process
- attend rehearsals
- use personal protection equipment
- maintain audiovisual equipment
- create special effects
- file-based workflow
- use storyboards
- assist multimedia operator
- collaborate on costume and make-up for performances
- electricity
- supervise camera crew
- practise camera movements
- apply health and safety standards
- plan audiovisual recording
- work with the lighting crew
- health and safety regulations
- follow safety procedures when working at heights
- plan shots
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