Professional Senior Cameraman

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

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