Cameraman at Equal Access

Job ID: #984721

Essential Job Functions

• General duties include recording moving images for film, television, music videos and other related productions. Cameraman would operate digital video cameras, under instructions from a Director

Specific Duties Involve

• Setting up and positioning camera equipment
• Planning and rehearsing shots
• Following a camera script and taking cues from the director
• Choosing the most suitable lenses and camera angles
• Solving practical or technical problems such as lighting
• Previewing the rushes
• Filling in the necessary quality assurance paperwork at the end of the shoot pointing out any potential issues to the producer or editors
• Working closely with other technical departments such as sound.
• Maintaining the equipment and keeping it clean
• Ensuring that the batteries are fully charged before each shoot
• Any Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Knowledge and Experience

• Diploma, OND in Media and Communication or related field
• Good practical skills and knowledge of camera equipment
• At least 3 years work experience in a structured media organization
• An interest in photography, film and video
• Good communication and 'people skills'
• The ability to carry out instructions accurately and with attention to detail
• Good colour vision
• Calmness under pressure
• The ability to work as part of a team
• Patience and concentration
• Good levels of stamina for holding and moving camera equipment and working long hours