Navy NEC · Communications
A04A Multimedia Cameraman
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A multimedia cameraman performs video documentation and production work at the journeyman level. The cameraman applies motion media, dynamic camera movement, nonlinear editing, lighting, and audio techniques to narrative and nonnarrative productions.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- motion media camera operation
- dynamic camera movement
- nonlinear video editing
- three point lighting
- location audio capture
- narrative storytelling
- documentary production
- media file management
- production planning
Civilian Software & Tools
- Adobe After Effects
- Adobe Creative Cloud software
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- TikTok
- Adobe Acrobat
- Adobe InDesign
- Microsoft Excel
Civilian Career Paths
- Public Affairs
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Adobe Certified Professional in Video Design
Career Growth
- Adobe Certified Professional in Video Design
- Avid Certified Professional: Media Composer
- Blackmagic Design DaVinci Resolve Certified User
- Certified Technology Specialist (CTS)
Also Common
- Avid Certified User: Media Composer
- Apple Certified Pro: Final Cut Pro
What the Work Involves
- Compose and frame each shot, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses, film, filters, and camera settings to achieve the effects sought by directors.
- Operate television or motion picture cameras to record scenes for television broadcasts, advertising, or motion pictures.
- Adjust positions and controls of cameras, printers, and related equipment to change focus, exposure, and lighting.
- Confer with directors, sound and lighting technicians, electricians, and other crew members to discuss assignments and determine filming sequences, desired effects, camera movements, and lighting requirements.
- Operate zoom lenses, changing images according to specifications and rehearsal instructions.
Related Occupations
- Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians
- Broadcast Technicians
- Audio and Video Technicians
- Media Technical Directors/Managers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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