Operate television, video, or motion picture camera to record images or scenes for various purposes, such as TV broadcasts, advertising, video production, or motion pictures.
<ul><li>Compose and frame each shot, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses, film, filters, and camera settings to achieve the effects sought by directors.</li><li>Operate television or motion picture cameras to record scenes for television broadcasts, advertising, or motion pictures.</li><li>Adjust positions and controls of cameras, printers, and related equipment to change focus, exposure, and lighting.</li><li>Confer with directors, sound and lighting technicians, electricians, and other crew members to discuss assignments and determine filming sequences, desired effects, camera movements, and lighting requirements.</li><li>Operate zoom lenses, changing images according to specifications and rehearsal instructions.</li><li>Observe sets or locations for potential problems and to determine filming and lighting requirements.</li><li>Use cameras in any of several different camera mounts, such as stationary, track-mounted, or crane-mounted.</li><li>Set up and perform live shots for broadcast.</li><li>Test, clean, maintain, and repair broadcast equipment, including testing microphones, to ensure proper working condition.</li></ul>