Camera Operator ICT Technicians

The characteristics and usage of different tools that stimulate the sight and audio senses.

The science of recording light and electromagnetic radiation in order to create a motion picture. The recording can happen electronically with an image sensor or chemically on light sensitive materials …

The characteristics of techniques used to create atmospheres and effects on camera or on stage; the equipment required and appropriate setup to use.

Art and practice of creating aesthetically appealing images by recording light or electromagnetic radiation.

Adjust plans to other locations with regards to the artistic concept.

Adapt to different types of media such as television, movies, commercials, and others. Adapt work to type of media, scale of production, budget, genres within type of media, and others.

Break down a script by analysing the dramaturgy, form, themes and structure of a script. Conduct relevant research if necessary.

Analyse the selection and distribution of material elements on a stage.

Inspect and amend the scenery and set-dressing to make sure the visual quality is optimal with in constraints of time, budget and manpower.

Follow the instructions of the director while understanding his creative vision.

Monitor and follow new trends and developments in specific sectors.

Capture moving images with a camera. Operate the camera skilfully and safely to obtain high quality material.

Adjust lens apertures, shutter speeds and camera focus.

Put cameras in place and prepare them for use.

Study various media sources such as broadcasts, print media, and online media in order to gather inspiration for the development of creative concepts.

Understand and use technical documentation in the overall technical process.

Apply ergonomy principles in the organisation of the workplace while manually handling equipment and materials.

Work with the director of photography on the artistic and creative vision that needs to be followed during production of a movie or theatre production.

Create and develop two-dimensional and three-dimensional images in motion and animations.

Determine how best to represent a concept visually.

Set up audiovisual peripheral equipment such as tripods, cables, microphones, monitors, and others.

Work closely with directors, fellow actors and playwrights to find the ideal interpretation to a role.

The various development stages of making a film, such as scriptwriting, financing, shooting, editing, and distribution.

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Get Started in Film Making

Tom Holden

2018

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Understand the principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.

The recording of moving images without using tape, but by storing these digital videos on optical disks, hard drives, and other digital storage devices.

Necessary health, safety, hygiene and environmental standards and legislation rules in the sector of particular activity.

Adhere to standards of hygiene and safety established by respective authorities.

Prepare and manage the provision of electrical power for different areas.

Attend rehearsals in order to adapt sets, costumes, make-up, lighting, camera set up, etc.

Take necessary precautions and follow a set of measures that assess, prevent and tackle risks when working at a high distance from the ground. Prevent endangering people working under these …

Perform routine maintenance tasks on audiovisual equipment as well as minor repairs, such as replacing parts and calibrating the instruments, on equipment used in processing sound and images.

Manage and monitor technical resources stock to ensure that production demands and deadlines can be met at all times.

Make use of protection equipment according to training, instruction and manuals. Inspect the equipment and use it consistently.

Work with the crew responsible for the lighting setup and operation to get directions from them on where to stand for an aesthetic result.

Create special visual effects as required by the script, mixing chemicals and fabricating specific parts out of a wide variety of materials.

Work with the staff responsible for costumes and make up in line with their creative vision and obtain directions from them about how make-up and costumes should look.

Plan audio-visual recordings.

Plan complicated shots, such as explosions, before shooting.

Practise operating the camera and the required movements for pre-arranged shots.

Supervise the camera crew to make sure they use the right equipment, angles, frames, shots, etc., according to the creative vision.

Transfer uncut audiovisual materials to a computer, synchronise them and store them.

Use a graphic presentation to convey, shot by shot, your creative vision and ideas on how a motion picture should look in terms of light, sound, visuals, costumes or make-up.

Work together with the motion picture editing team during post-production. Make sure the finished product is according to specifications and creative vision.