Expert Camera Operator
Salary surveys & compensation benchmarks
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Role summary
Responsible for operation of a video camera in single or multi-camera corporate environments, framing and capturing basic footage for video editors, producers and supporting creative staff. May operate a camera in a studio environment following a basic script or outside filming live corporate events. Typical duties may include assembling, preparing and setting up equipment, planning shots, troubleshooting simple technical problems, driving to locations, and responding to ad-hoc requests from video producers. Typically requires a degree and experience in broadcast/media production.
Job summary sourced from the Empsight benchmark job library.
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