Multi-Camera job roles

Camera Operator  

A camera operator is part of a filming group who films television shows that entertain or inform the audience.Camera operators record a wide range of different genres. The camera operator decides what shots to use and when to use them. They are also in charge of all of the camera equipment and in charge of the complicated assets such as the tracks etc.

Skills of a Camera Operator 

1. A camera operator needs to have good hand-eye coordination to be able to capture shots evenly because there could be a time when the camera operator might be in a difficult situation but they still have to capture the correctly.

2.Camera operators need to know how to use the camera for example being able to choose the correct lens.

3.Being able to use different shot types would be a skill a camera operator would need as it makes the shot look effective.

Duties of a Camera operator

1. Reading and understanding the script will be needed for being a camera operator to make sure everything is how it is meant to be.

2.Discussing the style of shot. As it makes sure that the shot the camera operator is about to take is correct.

3. Camera operators need to review all set plans making sure that everyone understands it and can follow the plan without having any trouble.

Qualifications For Camera Operator

1. BTEC National certificate or diploma in media production

2. BTEC HNC/HND in media

3.Degrees in media production media technology or photography 

Sound Mixing 

Sound mixers are in charge of  recording films/videos  for example production dialogue. They work with equipment manufactures. their experience may also be gained by working on commercials short films and television productions   

Skills of a Sound Mixer 

1. Good communication skills in order to be in control of certain situations

2. Ability to make decisions under pressure  

3.The ability to give and accept direction 

Responsibility of a Sound Mixer 

1. Ensuring that the sound dialogue is clear when recording 

2. Must have a good understanding of electronics

3.They must have an understanding of the other departments E.g Art department, Hair and make up

Qualifications for a sound mixer  

• BTEC Level 3 Certificate/Diploma in Production Arts or Music 
• TechnologyBTEC Level 4 HNC/Level 5 HND in Performing Arts (Production)
• foundation degrees or degrees in sound engineering, music technology or technical theatre arts.

Vision Mixing 

Vision mixers cut from shot to shot in multi camera productions this can consist of studio shows and broadcasts either recorded live or pre-recorded. Vision mixers sit next to the director and operate on a vision mixing desk.

Skills Of A Vision Mixer

•  Being able to multitask because there will be more thing to do on the vision mixer desk you might have to look at the video at the same time as doing something else
• Working with a variety of mixing desks. This is vital because you wont be using the same desk all the time so you would have to adapt to different ones.
• Having a good understanding of language and transitions 

Duties Of  A Vision Mixer

• Working on programmes that are transmitted live
• Working in the production gallery 
• working with directors to interpret the script 

Qualifications Of A Vision Mixer.

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Directing

The director directs the making of a production  the director makes sure everything is running smoothly generally the directors work on a movie set they explain how scenes should be performed a media production  they also think about all the props that have to be included with in the scene how the character should look like and who should play specific parts.

Skills Of A Director 

•  Good leadership skills
• good time management and budget awareness 
• Creativity and imagination making it easier to come up with effective scenes.

Duties Of A director 

•  Discussing project with clients
•  Pay attention to detail
• Directing dramas in studios 

Qualifications For a Director

•  Bachelors degree

Set Designer

Skills Of A Set Designer 

1. Visual awareness and design skills
2. Expert knowledge of any art and design related subjects

3.Performing well under pressure

Duties Of A Set Designer 

1.Research futuristic details to get the right look for the production
2.Creative effective designs with available budget
3.sketch design ideas to produce a story board

Lighting Desk

Lighting technicians produce lighting at live events like concerts. They are also in charge of lighting in films and help set out lights before and help pack away after. Lighting technicians are handy with confusing wires and cables and know exactly where to run them to ensure the lighting is at its best

Skills of Lighting Desk

• Good hearing for sound quality. By having a skill like this it allows you to fully sync in wit the sound and make adjustments if it does not sound good
• A good sense of pitch timing and rhythm allows you to notice when the production is not flowing correctly 
• A knowledge of electronics and acoustics to be able to work with different instruments 

Duties of Lighting Desk

• Produce lighting effects for live events
• planning where to run cables 
• Taking down equipment after shows or filming

Qualifications for a Lighting Desk

• BTEC Level 4 HNC/Level5 HND In performing arts production
• BTEC Level 3 Certificate/Diploma in Production Arts or Music Technology
• Foundation degrees or degrees in so

Floor Manager

The floor manager is in charge of getting everything in the right place at the right time for example telling the actors where to stand and making sure they are wearing the correct outfits

Duties for a floor manager

• Checking the equipment before shows e.g. Microphones and ear piece.
• Referring to floor plans
• Dealing with any technical problems 

Skills for a floor manager 

• being able to work with the public
• Good confidence
• The ability to stay calm under pressure   

Qualifications for a floor manager 

• Media Studies
• Drama/Theater Studies
• Photography/film/television 

Graphics Generation

Skills for Graphic Generation

• good creativity
• An understanding of the latest trends and their role within a commercial environment
• Professional approach to time, costs and deadlines 

Duties for graphic generation

• Creating designs
• Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material
• using computer softwares to generate new images 

vt operator

Vt operators work in the machine room they work with the recording tape recording equipment and make sure it meets its specification they prepare vt machines for clients and editors to use  vt operators also use black tapes to use in the future.They are in charge of  labeling the tapes accurately





Skills for VT Operator 

• Having good knowledge of the recording equipment
• Being able to read audio meters
• hey must be able to identify what is acceptable for which media and broadcaster

Duties for VT Operator

• Working with the recording equipment
• Labeling tapes accurately 
• Responsible for quality control of output media

Qualifications for VT Operator 

• television, film, photography, media studies or performing arts degree

Presenter 

Presenters introduce and host programs as well as interviewing and reporting on issues around the world.

Skills for A Presenter

• Confidence and an outgoing personality 
• A good memory for remembering scripts and facts
• Research and interview skills

Duties for A Presenter 

• Meeting with the production team o go through running order
• Rehearsing 
• Interviewing guests and working with studio audiences

Qualifications for A Presenter 

•  Community hospital or student
• Work placements