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Film and Television Camera Operator ( Camera Operator, Film Camera Operator, Operator (Camera), Television Camera Operator )
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Duties and Tasks
Film and television camera operators may perform the following tasks: - discuss with the director the types of film, video and lenses to be used as well as focus and distance settings, and camera angles
- select and set up equipment and accessories
- check that lighting has been organised, or set up lights as required
- view scenes through viewfinders, make final adjustments and photograph scenes
- monitor equipment during operation
- move cameras and adjust controls to follow the action of scenes being photographed
- consult with other technical workers such as light or sound technicians to obtain required results
- supervise assistants during the production phase.

Specialisations
Director of Photography
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Earnings

Related Courses
New South Wales / ACT Northern Territory Queensland South Australia Tasmania Victoria Western Australia
See State Specific Information below for further education and training options.

Further Information
Innovation and Business Skills Australia Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance (ACT) Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance (NSW) Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance (QLD) Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance (SA/NT) Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance (TAS) Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance (VIC) Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance (WA) South Australian Film Corporation
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