Film/Television Camera Operator - How to get into this job
Kaitango Whakaahua Whitiāhua/Pouaka Whakaata
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements to become a film/television camera operator. However, a tertiary qualification in television, film or video production is useful.
Secondary Education
Sixth Form Certificate or NCEA equivalent English, maths, photography, physics and art are useful subjects. Some schools offer unit standards in film and television, which may also be useful.
Get help with choosing school subjectsTraining on the job
Skills are gained on the job. Most film/television camera operators start off as camera assistants to gain experience on the set, and work up to operating the camera.
Useful Experience
Useful experience for film/television camera operators includes using home video cameras, photography, working backstage in a theatre, working for a production company, film-making, video or television work, and computer work.
Updated
September 2009
