ISCO Specialization 2166.4.3 Director Of Photography
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
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.
Essential Skills
- Study Media Sources
- Film Production Process
- Photography
- Supervise Sound Production
- Consult With Production Director
- Lighting Techniques
- Work With Motion Picture Editing Team
- Supervise Camera Crew
- Work With Pre-Production Team
- Design Lighting
- Adapt To Type Of Media
- Develop Creative Ideas
- Translate Artistic Concepts To Technical Designs
- Follow Work Schedule
- Ensure Visual Quality Of The Set
- Watch Scenes
- Cinematography
- Finish Project Within Budget
- Audiovisual Equipment
- Analyse A Script
Optional Skills
- Set Up Cameras
- Work With Playwrights
- Hire Human Resources
- Edit Digital Moving Images
- Select Camera Apertures
- Supervise A Script
- Adapt A Script
- Attend Rehearsals
- Multimedia Systems
- File-Based Workflow
- Read Scripts
- Perform Video Editing
- Photographic Processing Techniques
- Ict Software Specifications
- Liaise With Event Sponsors
- Edit Recorded Sound
- Operate A Camera
Alternative Names
- Photography Director
- Head Of Camera And Lighting Crew
- Camera And Lighting Director
- Cinematographer
- Lighting Cameraman
- Senior Director Of Photography
