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Overview

Camera Operators (Film, Television or Video) set up and operate cameras to photograph scenes for film, television or video productions.

Day-to-day

  • selects and attaches equipment to cameras, positions cameras, and follows the action of scenes being photographed while adjusting controls.

Considerations

  • physically demanding
  • working outdoors.

To become a Camera Operator (Film, Television or Video)

  • You can work as a Camera Operator (Film, Television or Video) without formal qualifications, however, a course in audio visual studies or screen and media studies may be useful. Vocational Education and Training (VET) and university are both common study pathways.

    Find a Diploma or Bachelor in Film and Television Production

  • Interested in developing your digital skills? Try one of 2000 free online courses at SkillFinder.com.au

    SkillFinder is a project funded by the Australian Government, through the Digital Skills Platform Program.

Skills employers are looking for

  • Editing

  • Camera Operation

  • Videography

  • Cinematography

  • Music

  • Photography

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