PROFESSIONAL CAMERAMEN: EASY..NOT SO MUCH.

IN MY OPINION:

WILLIAM REYNOLDS;

PROFESSIONAL CAMERAMEN: EASY..NOT SO MUCH.

A cameraman is responsible for recording shots for a variety of film and broadcast purposes. They use technical aspects of lenses, filters, zooms and other camera settings to capture scenes to the liking of clients and film directors. Cameramen also clean, test and maintain camera equipment. They must analyze sets for potential challenges during filming and give instruction to other film crew members concerning set-up, distance, angles and lighting.

Depending on the type of video being filmed, a cameraman's equipment may vary. For instance, cameramen filming news broadcasts likely use stationary cameras, while motion picture cameramen might use a combination of crane-mounted and track-mounted cameras to better capture movement and scenery. Many cameramen also do their own video editing through a variety of computer programs.

A cameraman can work in a variety of settings, including in television studios, production studios, sports venues or at private events such as weddings. They may also work on location at remote destinations for films, music videos, documentaries, commercials, short films or advertisements for the Web. Those interested in the field of camera operation should be knowledgeable of computer software and hardware, electronics and media production. They should also be creative thinkers, efficient problem-solvers and have the ability to evaluate details at close range and from a distance. AND THEY CAN EARN $50,000 TO $100,000 ON JUST A COUPLE OF FILMS EACH YEAR.  NOT BAD !!!