Camera Operator Jobs

A Camera Operator, in the broadcasting industry, is responsible for operating video cameras to capture scenes for television broadcasts, films, or video productions. They work in studio and on location to film live events, documentaries, or creative projects. Their duties include selecting and setting up equipment, adjusting focus, exposure, lighting and sound for optimum quality, following scripts or director's instructions, and editing footage. They are also in charge of maintaining and repairing equipment and storing completed broadcasts for future use.

Essential skills for a Camera Operator include excellent hand-eye coordination, physical stamina, precision, patience, and attention to detail. They should also possess a strong understanding of digital cameras and editing software, as well as the ability to collaborate effectively with a larger production team. While a specific certification is not often required, a degree in broadcast technology, film, or a similar field, as well as experience in the industry, is usually preferred. A person might work as a Production Assistant, Broadcast Technician, or Videographer before advancing to a Camera Operator role.

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KSAT

Photographer

  • KSAT
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • KSAT
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago

KEY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum 2 years of professional news photography experience, showcasing exceptional non-linear editing, lighting, and production skills....

WJXT

Photographer

  • WJXT
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • WJXT
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 4 days ago

Key Qualifications: Prior years of professional news photography experience, showcasing exceptional non-linear editing, lighting, and production skills....

Special Projects & Investigations/Assistant Chief Photographer

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 4 hours ago

Special Projects & Investigations/Assistant Chief Photographer Job Summary: WINK News is seeking a talented and highly motivated Special Projects News Photographer to join our growing special...

Freelance Camera Operator

  • New York, NY
  • 4 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 hours ago

JOB DESCRIPTION Fox News Media is seeking a hardworking Freelance Camera Operator to join the team in NY....

Photographer and Editor-Temp

  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago

ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM: TelevisaUnivision is seeking Photographer Editor to shoot news and other events for TV productions, both live and recorded. YOUR DAY-DAY : Shoot and edit special assignments...

Intern- Video Content Creator

  • Aurora, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 1 day ago

Intern- Video Content Creator Job Details Job Location Aurora Office - Aurora, IL Position Type Part Time Education Level Not Specified Salary Range $17.00 Hourly Travel Percentage None Job Shift...

Join Our Team as a Camera Operator!

  • Neptune Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Neptune Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago

Join Our Team as a Camera Operator!...

$100-200 Per Video -- CONTENT CREATOR WANTED (DEBT RELIEF SKITS)

  • Delray Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Delray Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago

$100-200 Per Video -- CONTENT CREATOR WANTED (DEBT RELIEF SKITS) compensation: $100-200 per video we are looking for someone who can make some super authentic skit-style ads for our debt relief...

Part Time Camera Operator

  • Orlando, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 1 day ago

College degree preferred or equivalent experience. 2 years of live video production required or preferred....

Part Time Weekend Video Operator

  • Irving, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 2 days ago

Salem Media Groups fast growing Salem News Channel is seeking a Weekend Video Operator for SNCs Network Operations Center in Irving Texas. SNC features Americas leading conservative commentators....

Media Production Specialist

  • Covington, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 2 days ago

Responsible for photography and video recordings of library events to be used for social media, print media, video production, and as stock archival footage....

News Photographer

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 2 days ago

WGAL-TV, the NBC affiliate located in the Lancaster-Lebanon-Harrisburg-York, PA market, has an opening for a photojournalist who embraces the mission of impactful storytelling through visual...

Camera Operator 07/25 through 7/27

  • Elkridge, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • Elkridge, MD
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring for Camera Operators in Columbia, MD. NLV is a sports video production company that films elite tournaments and showcases nationwide....

Media & Production Specialist

  • Lenexa, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 3 days ago

Media & Production Specialist 8345 Lenexa Drive, Lenexa, KS 66214, United States of America Category Corporate Job Type Full time Join our Talent Community We will notify you about relevant...

Photographer

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 3 days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 3 days ago

operation best practices, and editing/color balancing, in order to produce the highest quality images/videos possible for each project....

Camera Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Computational Camera and Photography
A computational camera attempts to digitally capture the essence of visual information by exploiting the synergistic combination of task-specific optics, illumination, sensors and processing. In...
Girls Who Build Cameras
The Girls Who Build Cameras workshop for high school girls is a one-day, hands-on introduction to camera physics and technology (i.e. how Instagram works!) at the [MIT Lincoln Laboratory...
Lights, Camera, Computer - Action! How Digital Technology is Transforming Film, TV, and Gaming
On this three-week course from Screen Industries Growth Network (SIGN), youll explore the impact technology has already had on storytelling in the screen industry, the new opportunities it...

Salary for Camera Operator Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireBroadcasting research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Camera Operators offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.4%
Associate's Degree
10.3%
Master's Degree
10.2%
High School or GED
6.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.1%
Some College
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Camera Operators
Less than 1 year
39.2%
None
30.0%
2-4 years
18.4%
1-2 years
10.4%
4-6 years
2.1%


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