Commercial Cameraman
しょうぎょうカメラマン
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Commercial cameramen specialize in photographing for commercial purposes such as advertisements, magazines, web, and catalogs, creating visual materials tailored to clients' needs.
Description
Commercial cameramen receive requests from companies, advertising agencies, publishers, etc., and handle a variety of scenes such as product shooting, model shooting, and architectural photography. They often manage everything from concept and image finalization in meetings, equipment selection, lighting design, shooting, retouching, and color adjustment. In addition to studio shooting, they also perform location shooting and shooting with special equipment, requiring direction in teams and collaboration with stylists and designers. Flexibility and communication skills are important to produce efficiently and high-quality work in line with deadlines and budgets.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of EC sites and SNS marketing, demand for product shooting and branding photos is increasing. Amid the introduction of AI automatic editing tools and 3D scanning technology, advanced skills in both technical and creative aspects are required.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Curious and inquisitive / Excellent aesthetic sense / Excellent communication skills / Physically fit
Work Style
Exclusive to advertising agencies and publishers / Freelance / Project contract / Shooting / Studio employment
Career Path
Assistant Cameraman → Commercial Cameraman (Staff) → Senior Cameraman → Studio Manager → Creative Director → Freelance Photographer
Required Skills
Camera operation (DSLR and mirrorless) / Color theory / Composition design / Image editing software (Photoshop and Lightroom) / Lighting equipment operation
Recommended Skills
Communication skills (English) / Drone shooting / SNS/Web marketing / Video editing
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small differences in composition or lighting directly affect the quality of the work. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it is necessary to create visual expressions tailored to shooting scenes and concepts. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to frequent long hours of standing work and carrying in/out of equipment. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is rarely required. |
Related Qualifications
- Photo Master Certification Level 2
- Photo Master Certification Level 3
Aliases
- Advertising Cameraman
- Commercial Photographer
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