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director-of-photography Occupational skill for the role 'director of photography' (also: cinematographer, photography director, head of camera and lighting crew, lighting cameraman, camera and lighting director, senior director of photography). Use when the user asks for typical director of photography work such as: typical director of photography responsibilities

Director Of Photography

Directors of photography are responsible for the visual interpretation of the script and all photography components of the film, including framing, colouring, lightning, style and locations. They create the visual look of the film or television programme and select the filming equipment, including the lens and filters. Directors of photography manage the visual equipment operators and lighting technicians. They work together with the video and motion picture director to achieve the desired effect.

Core workflow

How to use this skill

Key competences (essential)

  • adapt designersโ€™ work to the performance venue
  • adapt to type of media
  • analyse a script
  • audiovisual equipment
  • cinematography
  • consult with production director
  • design lighting
  • develop creative ideas
  • ensure visual quality of the set
  • film production process
  • finish project within budget
  • follow work schedule
  • lighting techniques
  • photography
  • study media sources

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Sources: ESCO v1.2.1 (http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/6ba25e0f-7fb8-4879-a1f9-d4f8945966be), ONET 30.3 (27-2012.05, manual nearest match). See manifest.json for licensing/attribution.*