Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Motion Picture Go Back to List Operate television, video, or motion picture camera to record images or scenes for various purposes, such as TV broadcasts, advertising, video production, or motion pictures.

Technology used in this occupation:
	Document management software

Tasks
	Operate television or motion picture cameras to record scenes for television broadcasts, advertising, or motion pictures.
	Compose and frame each shot, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses, film, filters, and camera settings to achieve the effects sought by directors.
	Operate zoom lenses, changing images according to specifications and rehearsal instructions.
	Use cameras in any of several different camera mounts, such as stationary, track-mounted, or crane-mounted.
	Adjust positions and controls of cameras, printers, and related equipment to change focus, exposure, and lighting.
	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.
	Observe sets or locations for potential problems and to determine filming and lighting requirements.
	Instruct camera operators regarding camera setups, angles, distances, movement, and variables and cues for starting and stopping filming.
	Label and record contents of exposed film and note details on report forms.
	Read charts and compute ratios to determine variables such as lighting, shutter angles, filter factors, and camera distances.

Skills
	Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
	Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
	Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
	Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
	Operation and Control - Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
	Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
	Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.
	Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
	Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
	Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Knowledge
	Communications and Media - Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
	Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
	English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
	Telecommunications - Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
	Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
	Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
	Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
	Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
	Fine Arts - Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
	Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

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Wage Information
	Region Average Entry Level  Mid-Range  Annual  Hourly  Statewide $77,696.00 $37.35  $23.89  $28.47 - $43.49  Bridgeport/Stamford $70,396.00 $33.84  $23.63  $31.58 - $36.16

Occupation Outlook ( 2016 - 2026 ) Average Annual Job Openings:   80   Employment in this occupation is expected to grow faster than average, but the number of annual openings will offer somewhat limited job opportunities.

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