Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film – Creative Careers Studio

Camera operators spend their days capturing video footage for film, television, or live events, carefully framing shots and adjusting camera settings to achieve the desired visual effect. They work closely with directors and other crew members to ensure that scenes are shot according to the script and creative vision, often working long hours and adapting to various filming conditions.

Quiz Matches

What kind of personality tends to excel in this career?

Ideas

Creations

How much this role requires you to be outspoken and in the spotlight.

Independent

Collaborative

How often you’ll have to work with others

Introvert

Extrovert

How often you’ll be coming up with big ideas versus making ideas reality.

Routine

Variety

How much your tasks change day by day

Screen Time

How much of your day is spent working at a desk on a computer.

Average Salary in SC

$43,250

Education Level

Training, on-the-job experience, or an associate’s degree

Alternate Titles

Cameraman
Master Control Operator (MCO)
News Videographer
Production Technician
Studio Camera Operator
Television News Photographer
Videographer

More Details

Skills

Active Listening
Coordination
Judgment and Decision Making
Reading Comprehension
Speaking

Activities

Getting Information
Thinking Creatively
Communicating with Colleagues
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events

Work Styles

Attention to Detail
Dependability
Cooperation
Achievement/Effort
Persistence

Professional Associations

Association for Uncrewed Vehicale Systems International
Drone Safety Team
Motion Picture Pilots Association
National Press Photographers Association
Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers

Related High School Courses

Media and Production Courses
Introduction to Film and Media Studies
Media Production
Digital Filmmaking

Art and Design Courses
Photography
Graphic Design

Technology and Technical Courses
Computer Science
Digital Media

Communication and Writing Courses
Creative Writing
Public Speaking

College Majors to Consider

Broadcast Journalism
Cinematography
Communication Studies
Digital Art
Digital Media
Electrical Engineering
Film And Television Production
Film Studies
Fine Arts
Media Production
Photography
Technical Theatre
Theatre Arts

Jobs, Internships, Apprenticeships

Jobs
Production Assistant
Freelance Videographer
Camera Assistant
Media Content Creator

Internships
Film or Television Production Internship
Broadcasting Internship
Video Production Internship
Film Festival Internship

Apprenticeships
Camera Operator Apprenticeship
Director of Photography Apprenticeship
Broadcast Camera Operator Apprenticeship
Film Set Apprenticeship

Other Learning Opportunities
Online Courses and Tutorials
Join a Film or Video Club
Create a Personal Portfolio
Attend Industry Workshops and Seminars

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