Sunday, April 26, 2009

Camera man-by Karina



How can be a good camera man? There is no concrete answer. There are six steps I saw from some academic researches.


Firstly, joining the professional school about film and television production. You can join some courses, such as video and computer graphics. This course must be very helpful to become a good camera man. It is the basic knowledge to contribute this area.


Secondly, try practices, find more oppotunities to camera practices. For example, we can make videos family parties, and relatives meeting, weddings etc. All these practices just to improve camera skills. " Skills and contacts are essential if want to become a cameraman."


Write down your practice experiences, consider conclude what is the problem you shooting and what lessons you have learn from each hands-on opportunities.

Fourthly, no just focus on your interest on camera practice, you should pay attention about some academic and famous camera works. You should find some good from these works. And than your works will be add your interest and others essence together.


The fifth steps, you can look for some camera related jobs. The works with camera, lighting and editing and so on. In addition, assisting the cameraman's assistant can put you in contact with professional people who can help you.


Lastly, a good camera man should has good communication skills. How vital it is for a camera man to express what he needs and thinks.

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