Camera Operator Jobs in Miami Beach, FL

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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Photographer and Editor-Temp

  • Miami, FL (3 miles from Miami Beach, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Miami, FL (3 miles from Miami Beach, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Personal computer experience required, including non-linear editing. Knowledge of lighting techniques will be a plus....

Hiring Camera Operators for Content, IRL Streams & Brand Events

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (24 miles from Miami Beach, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (24 miles from Miami Beach, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Hiring Camera Operators for Content, IRL Streams & Brand Events (Lauderhill) compensation: $30/Hr (+ $20 Gas Stipend/Per Production Day) Hey!...

iPhone camera operator

  • Miami, FL (3 miles from Miami Beach, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Miami, FL (3 miles from Miami Beach, FL)
  • 8 days ago

iPhone camera operator (Miami) compensation: $200 p day I need someone to film scenes, 2 nd unit, for an indi film. Late June. Early Jul approx 5 days. I have some set locations....

Demographic Data for Miami Beach, FL

Moving to Miami Beach, FL? Find some basic demographic data about Miami Beach, FL below.


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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...
Camera Confidence: be friendly & confident on camera
About the Course: This is a step-by-step practical course to help you show up with confidence (as your true self) on camera. It starts from showing you the mindset and believe blocking you from...

Salary for Camera Operator Jobs in Miami Beach, FL

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

Highest Education Level

Camera Operators in Miami Beach, FL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.4%
Associate's Degree
10.3%
Master's Degree
10.2%
High School or GED
6.5%
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 in Miami Beach, FL
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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