Camera Operator

My Role

For our upcoming project on the two way conversation, my role is being the camera operator. I think it is important that I should  research more on my role and also I took out a camera from the university store and had a practice using the camera to get used to before we film.

Useful Research - http://creativeskillset.org/job_roles/291_camera_operator_studio_and_ob

What is a Camera Operator? -

A camera operator is someone who records images that entertain or inform an audience. Camera operators capture a wide range of material for TV shows, motion pictures, music videos, documentaries, and news and sporting events. Most work in the motion picture industry or television broadcasting.

What does a Camera Operator do? -

A camera operator will typically do the following:

• Choose and present interesting material for an audience
• Work with a director to determine the overall vision of the production
• Discuss filming and editing techniques with a director to improve a scene
• Select the appropriate equipment, from type of camera to software for editing
• Shoot or edit a scene based on the director's vision

Many camera operators have one or more assistants working under their supervision. The assistants set up the camera equipment and may be responsible for storing it and caring for it. They also help the operator determine the best shooting angle and make sure that the camera stays in focus.

From researching useful information, this will help for when I film because I would have some knowledge of what to do. Also, I will be taking the camera out from stores in university to practice and have a look at Lynda.com for tutorials.