The Assistant Cameraman is under supervision of the Camera Operator or the Lighting Camera Operator, or in the absence of a camera operator, reports directly to the Director of Photography.
Tasks for Assistant Cameraman
- The Assistant Cameraman sets up cameras, selects and mounts lenses
- The Assistant Cameraman operates the sound boom to assist the sound recordist
- The Assistant Cameraman coordinates the details of the shot with the script supervisor
- The Assistant Cameraman maneuvers a crane and counterbalancing arm
- The Assistant Cameraman functions as focus puller or keeps the camera in focus
- The Assistant Cameraman moves the camera around as needed
- The Assistant Cameraman maintains the camera making sure it is safe and working properly.
- The Assistant Cameraman attaches the camera cables including the required lighting equipments
- The Assistant Cameraman drives the cast and crew to and from the location of shooting
