ISCO Specialization 3521.1.3 Camera Operator
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Camera Operator: 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.
Essential Skills
- Use Technical Documentation
- Work With An Artistic Team
- Keep Up With Trends
- Study Media Sources
- Lighting Techniques
- Cinematography
- Work With The Director Of Photography
- Operate A Camera
- Adapt Artistic Plan To Location
- Follow Directions Of The Artistic Director
- Ensure Visual Quality Of The Set
- Set Up Audiovisual Peripheral Equipment
- Audiovisual Equipment
- Adapt To Type Of Media
- Analyse A Script
- Set Up Cameras
- Photography
- Analyse The Scenography
- Create Moving Images
- Select Camera Apertures
- Determine Visual Concepts
- Work Ergonomically
- Follow Work Schedule
Optional Skills
- Health And Safety Regulations
- Practise Camera Movements
- Use Storyboards
- Electricity
- Work With The Lighting Crew
- Assess Power Needs
- Use Personal Protection Equipment
- Attend Rehearsals
- Maintain Audiovisual Equipment
- Create Special Effects
- File-Based Workflow
- Supervise Camera Crew
- Transfer Uncut Audiovisual Material To Computer
- Ensure Cooperation Among Production, Costume Department And Make-Up Department
- Work With Motion Picture Editing Team
- Apply Health And Safety Standards
- Manage Technical Resources Stock
- Plan Shots
- Plan Audiovisual Recording
- Film Production Process
- Follow Safety Procedures When Working At Heights
Alternative Names
- Camera Equipment Operator
- Camerawoman
- Video Camera Operator
- Videographer
- Cameraman
- Remote Head Operator
- Camera Crane Operator
- Railcam Operator
- Towercam Operator
- Steadicam Operator
