Camera Operator Jobs in New York

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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Drone Camera Operator Needed

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

Drone Camera Operator Needed (Brooklyn) compensation: provide quote Licensed drone camera operator needed for events in Westchester. Transportation from Brooklyn will be provided....

Creative Assistant (Ages 1822) Real Estate Video & Content Creator

  • Manhasset, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Manhasset, NY
  • 4 days ago

Voro Inc., a fast-growing, modern real estate brokerage, is hiring a Creative Assistant to work directly with Daniel Shamooil, the CEO. We're looking for someone between the ages of 18 and 22 who...

Drone Camera Operator for Wedding - June 14th

  • Mount Vernon, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Mount Vernon, NY
  • 6 days ago

un Drone Camera Operator for Wedding - June 14th (Westchester) compensation: provide quote Licensed drone camera operator needed on June 14th for wedding in Westchester....

Video Content Creator

  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago

The incumbent will act as a videographer, camera operator, and editor, while also maintaining video production equipment and media libraries to ensure seamless operations....

Video Content Creator Columbia University

  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago

The incumbent will act as a videographer, camera operator, and editor, while also maintaining video production equipment and media libraries to ensure seamless operations....

Photographer and Editor-Temp

  • New York, NY
  • 9 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 9 days ago

YOUR DAY-DAY: + Shooting and editing assigned and breaking news stories using ENG camera and non-linear editing equipment, with or without reporter. + Shoot and edit special assignments and series as...

Drone Camera Operator for Wedding - June 14th

  • Germantown, NY
  • 9 days ago
  • Germantown, NY
  • 9 days ago

un Drone Camera Operator for Wedding - June 14th (Germantown) compensation: provide quote Licensed drone camera operator needed on June 14th in Germantown. 2 hours of coverage -- please provide rate...

Camera Operator

  • New York, NY
  • 9 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 9 days ago

The successful candidate will serve as a Camera Operator, reporting to the Supervisor of the Electronic Field Production Department....

WABC ENG Photographer-Camera Operator

  • New York, NY
  • 9 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 9 days ago

WABC-TVs Weekend ENG Photographer / Camera Operator will work closely with the Assignment Desk, News Reporters and Managers to ensure the timely production of newscasts and special projects!...

News Photographer

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 24 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 24 days ago

News Photographer Job Employer Name: WIVB/WNLO TVSpiderID: 13971669 Location: Buffalo, New YorkDate Posted: 4/2/2025 Wage: $17.00Category: Television/Radio Job Code: 35656 Number Of Openings: 1...

Visual Content Producer

  • Rochester, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 30+ days ago

With the guidance of the public relations director, the visual content producer plans, captures, and edits compelling video and photo content that supports the hospitals public relations goals....

Demographic Data for New York

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Camera Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Camera Operator Jobs in New York

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

Highest Education Level

Camera Operators in New York 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 New York
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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