Professional Senior Cameraman
A senior-level professional camera operator with 8+ years of broadcast and live event experience. Operates client-provided or rented camera equipment for multi-camera live productions.
Positions & specializations
About this operator
The Professional Senior Cameraman is an experienced broadcast camera operator skilled in live multi-camera production, following director cues, managing smooth camera movements, handling focus pulls, and maintaining broadcast-quality framing throughout extended live events. Unlike videographers who bring their own camera kits, camera operators operate client-provided or rented camera systems. This service is for productions requiring professional camera operation with specific broadcast or cinema camera equipment.
This is our senior professional tier - capable of serious commercial productions, weddings, and corporate films. We do not position this operator as an industry expert or award-grade specialist. For broadcast TV drama, feature films, or international ad campaigns, please engage an independent industry specialist directly.
Skills
Equipment they operate
- Broadcast and cinema camera systems
- Jib, crane, and telescopic arm systems
- Steadicam and electronic gimbal stabilizers
- Professional broadcast camera controls
- Multi-camera switcher operation
Responsibilities
- Following director cues during live productions
- Smooth camera movements and professional framing
- Focus pulls during single-camera and multi-camera shoots
- Operating jib, crane, steadicam, and gimbal rigs
- Managing broadcast-quality output on client-provided equipment
- Coordinating with other camera operators in multi-camera setups
Common use cases
What's included
- 1 × Senior Camera Operator (8+ years experience)
- Professional camera operation for client-provided or rented equipment
- 8 hours of coverage
Extra charges (quoted on booking)
- Outstation travel — Quoted on booking (locations outside Colombo district)
- Overtime — 150% of hourly rate per extra hour
- Meals & refreshments — Client arranges for events over 4 hours
Frequently asked
Does the camera operator bring their own camera?
Can they operate jib or crane cameras?
What camera systems can they operate?
What is the standard coverage duration?
What languages can the camera operator communicate in?
Do travel charges apply?
What is the minimum booking notice?
What is the minimum rental period?
Things to know
- Camera operator provides labor only — camera equipment, lenses, and rigs are rented separately.
- Standard booking is 8 hours. Overtime is charged at 150% of the hourly rate per additional hour.
- Specific equipment experience (jib model, camera brand) should be confirmed at booking.
- Travel charges apply for locations outside Colombo district.
- Meals and refreshments for the camera operator must be arranged by the client for events exceeding 4 hours.
- Advance booking required — minimum 5 days notice for broadcast work.
- Cancellation within 48 hours of the event forfeits the booking fee.
- Camera operator will be assigned based on availability.
- Client must provide a safe working environment and appropriate access to shooting locations.
- Client is responsible for ensuring all camera equipment is functional and properly set up before the operator arrives.
- For support before or after the event, contact WhatsApp: +94 777 186 500