Goal

To provide the Video Director with well composed shots for the broadcast.

Preservice

• Ensure your camera, tripod, and controls are in good working condition and set to your preferences.

• Ensure that your exposure and white balance are set properly.

• Be in position when the five-minute countdown starts.

During service

• Be alert and listen to the Video Director.

• Keep your intercom microphone off unless absolutely necessary. If you need to talk, remember to talk quietly, especially when the service is quiet (like during the sermon).

• Turn down the Intercom headset volume anytime you leave the camera stand.

• Once the Video Director is off of your shot, find another shot, unless you have been specifically told otherwise.

• If you’re not sure where to aim your camera, just listen to the music.

Post service

• Note any tripod or camera issues.

Tips

• Rewatch your work and critique yourself.

• A camera operator should know the following creative techniques.

• A camera operator should know how troubleshoot the following.