Cameraman
かめらまん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A creative job that uses cameras and video equipment to shoot subjects for recording or creating works.
Description
Cameramen work in a variety of genres such as commercial photography, portraits, landscapes, and documentaries. In studios or outdoor locations, they set up equipment, devise lighting and composition, and capture subjects. After shooting, they perform RAW development and retouching to produce photo and video data. They adapt it to advertising, publishing, web, video works, etc., according to client needs. They handle everything consistently from planning the shoot, arranging equipment, coordinating with the team, to delivery, requiring technical skills and creativity.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of SNS and EC, demand for visual content is increasing. While diversification progresses with videos, drone shooting, 360-degree shooting, etc., the spread of AI automated editing technology is transforming work efficiency, and in the market, advanced creative abilities and specialized equipment operation skills are increasingly emphasized.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Excellent aesthetic sense / Sharp observational skills
Work Style
Contracted Dispatch / Freelance / In-house Staff / Remote Editing / Short-term Project Contract
Career Path
Assistant Cameraman → Freelance Cameraman → In-house Cameraman → Photo Director → Creative Director
Required Skills
Camera operation (DSLR/Mirrorless) / Color Theory / Lighting / RAW Development/Retouching
Recommended Skills
Commercial Shooting / Communication Skills (English) / Drone Shooting / Portrait Shooting / Video Editing
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To flexibly adapt to ever-changing shooting environments and client requirements. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because checking details such as focus and lighting determines the final quality. |
| Communication Skills | Because smooth communication with subjects and clients is necessary to draw out their needs. |
| Creativity & Ideation | To pursue unique expressions through composition and lighting. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because acquiring new models and editing techniques directly impacts the quality of the work. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical endurance is required for long shooting sessions and transporting heavy equipment. |
| Planning & Organization | Because it is necessary to plan locations, equipment arrangements, and shooting schedules systematically. |
| Problem Solving | Because flexible response is needed in cases of weather or equipment issues. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is not required in shooting. |
Related Qualifications
- Photography Proficiency Certification
Aliases
- Photographer
- Videographer
Related Jobs
- Photographer
- Video Director
- Videographer