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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Managing Photographer

  • New York, NY
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 hour ago

production, CaptureOne, food photography Top Skills Details photography,content marketing,studio management,adobe photoshop,photo production,digital marketing Additional Skills & Qualifications - 10...

Camera Operator

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Camera Operator (South Bronx, NY) 40 Bruckner Blvd compensation: Rate is $360, or $36 per shoot day. Light craft services will be provided. Seeking 1 camera operator for a TTRPG web series....

Freelance Camera Operator (R50026597)

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

The Freelance Camera Operator will also help with set changes, movement of set pieces, and gear/equipment....

Freelance Camera Operator

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

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

Mobile Speed Camera Operator

  • Rochester, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 2 days ago

Who we are... Verra Mobility is a global leader in smart mobility. We develop technology-enabled solutions that help the world move safely and easily. We are fostering the development of safe...

Photographer/Editor, News

  • Albany, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 7 days ago

WTEN-TV ABC in Albany, New York is looking to fill a full-time News Photographer/Editor position. The News Photographer/Editor operates television or video cameras to record images or scenes for...

Photographer/Editor - Spectrum News NY1

  • New York, NY
  • 19 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 19 days ago

Spectrum News is made up of over 30 hyper-local news and regional sports networks dedicated to producing original, unbiased and high-quality content. We use innovative journalistic approaches,...

Drone Camera Operator Needed

  • New York, NY
  • 24 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 24 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....

Drone Camera Operator for Wedding - June 14th

  • Mount Vernon, NY
  • 27 days ago
  • Mount Vernon, NY
  • 27 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
  • 28 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 28 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
  • 29 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 29 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....

Drone Camera Operator for Wedding - June 14th

  • Germantown, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Germantown, NY
  • 30+ 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
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 30+ days ago

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

News Photographer

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 45+ 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...

Demographic Data for New York

Moving to New York? Find some basic demographic data about New York 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...
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 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
6.4%
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 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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