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Tasks & work activities — projectionist
Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 39-3021.00 (Motion Picture Projectionists).
Task statements
- [Core] Perform regular maintenance tasks, such as rotating or replacing xenon bulbs, cleaning projectors and lenses, lubricating machinery, and keeping electrical contacts clean and tight.
- [Core] Clean the projection booth.
- [Core] Start projectors and open shutters to project images onto screens.
- [Core] Monitor operations to ensure that standards for sound and image projection quality are met.
- [Core] Operate equipment to show films in a number of theaters simultaneously.
- [Core] Set up and adjust picture projectors and screens to achieve proper size, illumination, and focus of images, and proper volume and tone of sound.
- [Core] Inspect projection equipment prior to operation to ensure proper working order.
- [Core] Perform minor repairs, such as replacing worn sprockets, or notify maintenance personnel of the need for major repairs.
- [Core] Open and close facilities according to rules and schedules.
- [Core] Set up and inspect curtain and screen controls.
- [Core] Coordinate equipment operation with presentation of supplemental material, such as music, oral commentaries, or sound effects.
- [Supplemental] Splice separate film reels, advertisements, and movie trailers together to form a feature-length presentation on one continuous reel.
- [Supplemental] Inspect movie films to ensure that they are complete and in good condition.
- [Supplemental] Observe projector operation to anticipate need to transfer operations from one projector to another.
- [Supplemental] Remove full take-up reels and run film through rewinding machines to rewind projected films so they may be shown again.
- [Supplemental] Install and connect auxiliary equipment, such as microphones, amplifiers, disc playback machines, and lights.
- [Supplemental] Prepare film inspection reports, attendance sheets, and log books.
Detailed work activities
- Arrange facility schedules.
- Clean work areas.
- Inspect equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Monitor operational quality or safety.
- Operate audio-visual equipment.
- Perform basic equipment maintenance.
- Prepare film for distribution or use.
- Prepare operational reports or records.