We surveyed 1,015 camera operators to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical camera operator. Here are the results.
How much intelligence is required as a camera operator?
Low
High
Working as a camera operator typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.
Can I learn to become a camera operator?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as a camera operator typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.
Is it easy to get a job as a camera operator?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically difficult to find a job as a camera operator. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for camera operators.
Do camera operators work full-time or part-time?
28% of camera operators work in full-time roles while 72% work part-time.
Is being a camera operator stressful?
Low
High
Camera operators tend not to find their jobs stressful, which likely contributes positively to career satisfaction.
Is being organized important as a camera operator?
Low
High
Organization is not considered a particuarly important part of being a camera operator.
How competitive is the workplace for camera operators?
Low
High
Camera operators see mild competition in their workplace.
Does being a camera operator require frequent time pressure to complete tasks?
Low
High
Time pressure tends not to be a major contributor of stress for camera operators.
Are camera operators allowed to express themselves creatively?
Low
High
Camera operators are afforded a certain level of ability to express themselves creatively, compared to other careers.
Do camera operators have control over the direction of their work?
Low
High
Camera operators tend to have a set and inflexible work schedule that they are unable to deviate from too much.
Is being a camera operator physically demanding?
Low
High
Being a camera operator may occasionally require demanding physical activity, which may make it not a suitable career choice for everyone.
Are camera operators exposed to a wide variety of work?
Low
High
Camera operators tend to have a monotonous work routine, with little variety in their day-to-day tasks.
Does being a camera operator require attention to detail?
Low
High
Attention to detail isn't necessarily required to be successful as a camera operator.
Does being a good camera operator require compassion and empathy?
Low
High
The ability to be compassion and empathetic isn't considered fundamental to success as a camera operator.