4992-13 Camera Operator (Film, Television or Video)
Sets up and operates cameras to photograph scenes for film, television and video productions.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.
Tasks Include:
- confers with production management to receive instructions on positioning of cameras and the types of film and equipment to be used
- selects and attaches lenses and film magazines or video tape to cameras and adjusts focus and distance settings
- ensures cameras and associated equipment are fully operational
- views scenes through view finders and monitors and makes final adjustments to cameras
- starts cameras and photographs scenes
- moves cameras and adjusts controls to follow action of scenes being photographed
- liaises with other technical staff to achieve optimum picture quality
Specialisations:
Focus Puller (Film)
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