Film and video camera operators
Film and video camera operators operate motion picture and video cameras and related equipment to record news, live events, films, videos and television broadcasts.
Moderate
Market Demand
TEER 2
Skill Level
NS, SK, ON
Top Provinces
What They Do
- Meet with director and senior members of camera crew to discuss assignment and determine filming sequences, camera movements and picture composition
- Select and set up camera equipment to be used and attach lens, filters and film magazine to camera
- Adjust focus, exposure, lighting and other camera settings
- Operate film or video camera to record news, live events, films, videos and television broadcasts
- Label and record contents of exposed film, and complete report sheets
- Test, maintain and store equipment
- May operate unmanned aerial vehicle/drone to capture aerial films of the landscape or any subject.
Qualifications
- checkCompletion of a college or technical program in broadcasting, audio-visual technology or a related field andexperience as an assistant camera operator are usually required.
- checkCreative and technical ability, as demonstrated by a portfolio of work and experience, may be required.
Market Outlook by Province
Nova Scotia
The employment outlook will be Moderate for film and video camera operators (NOC 52110) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.Not many positions will become available due to retirements.There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about film and video camera operators in Nova Scotia: Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Film and video camera operators mainly work in the following sectors: Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 92%Other professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 5414, 5416-5419): 8% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 65% compared to 82% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 35% compared to 18% for all occupations48% of film and video camera operators work all year, while 52% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 38 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.46% of film and video camera operators are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 81% compared to 51% for all occupations Women: 19% compared to 49% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 7% compared to 10% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 21% compared to 27% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 39% compared to 22% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 28% compared to 20% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a
Moderate
Outlook
Saskatchewan
The employment outlook will be Moderate for film and video camera operators (NOC 52110) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.Not many positions will become available due to retirements.There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about film and video camera operators in Saskatchewan: Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Film and video camera operators mainly work in the following sectors: Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 69%Universities (NAICS 6113): 13%Arts, entertainment and recreation (NAICS 71): 10%Other professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 5414, 5416-5419): 8% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 70% compared to 81% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 30% compared to 19% for all occupations52% of film and video camera operators work all year, while 48% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 37 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.48% of film and video camera operators are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 82% compared to 53% for all occupations Women: 18% compared to 47% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: n/a high school diploma or equivalent: 35% compared to 33% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 9% compared to 15% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 30% compared to 17% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 17% compared to 18% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a
Moderate
Outlook
Ontario
The employment outlook will be Limited for film and video camera operators (NOC 52110) in Ontario for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.Here are some key facts about film and video camera operators in Ontario: Approximately 2,800 people work in this occupation. Film and video camera operators mainly work in the following sectors: Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): 57%Arts, entertainment and recreation (NAICS 71): 9%Other professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 5414, 5416-5419): 8% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 63% compared to 81% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 37% compared to 19% for all occupations36% of film and video camera operators work all year, while 64% work only part of the year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 32 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.52% of film and video camera operators are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 84% compared to 52% for all occupations Women: 16% compared to 48% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 5% compared to 9% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 19% compared to 25% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 41% compared to 22% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 28% compared to 24% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
Limited
Outlook
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TEER 2 occupations require college education or apprenticeship training and qualify for Express Entry under the Federal Skilled Worker Program.
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Rossvideo
3 active roles · Ottawa, ON
Hire Digital
3 active roles · Vancouver, BC · Montreal, QC
Outpost VFX
1 active role · Montreal, QC
Rogers Sports & Media
1 active role · Winnipeg, MB
Intertape Polymer Group
1 active role · Cornwall, ON
FeverUp
1 active role
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Equipment and Tool Selection
to choose and prepare the right gear for capturing high-quality visuals that meet the artistic and technical demands of each project
Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
to ensure cameras and related equipment function correctly during filming or live broadcasts
Colour Perception
to recognize and adjust to different lighting conditions, ensuring colours are accurately captured on film without being overexposed or washed out
Far Vision
to frame shots and anticipate action at a distance, ensuring they capture the intended visual narrative effectively
Attention to Detail
to carefully frame and compose each shot, ensuring all elements are correctly positioned within the scene
Knowledge in Arts
to understand principles like the rule of thirds, symmetry and leading lines, which are crucial for composing visually balanced and aesthetically pleasing shots
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