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Support Occupations in Motion Pictures, Broadcasting and the Performing Arts  (NOC 5227)
Stratford--Bruce Peninsula Region
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

This unit group includes workers who perform support duties related to broadcasting and to the production of motion pictures and the performing arts. They are employed by television and radio stations and networks, recording studios, motion picture and video production companies and by theatre and stage companies. This unit group also includes projectionists employed by IMAX or automated cinemas and drive-in theatres.

boom grip, camera crane operator, dresser, grip, lighting assistant, projectionist, prompter, props person, script assistant, set builder, set dresser, special effects assistant, spotlight operator.

The following is a summary of main duties for some occupations in this unit group:
  • Camera crane operators set up, assemble, adjust, maintain and replace reels and projector equipment; detect and repair mechanical and electrical problems; and change and install an electronic control panel using automated equipment.
  • Motion picture projectionists check the condition of the copy; set up and load film reels on movie and drive-in theatre projection systems, adjust focus, sound levels and other projector and theatre settings, and maintain projection equipment.
  • Props persons and set builders assemble, repair, place, build and oversee props.
  • Script assistants distribute scripts to actors, keep detailed notes of all actions, positions and camera angles and photograph and date scenes.
  • Grips and riggers rig, place, move and dismantle sets, backdrops, scenery and other stage equipment.
  • Dressers clean, maintain, transport and store costumes, and assist performers to dress in costumes.
Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Owen Sound, Stratford, Bluewater, Clinton, Durham, Exeter, Goderich, Hanover, Huron East, Meaford, Seaforth, South Huron, St. Marys, Wingham

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Education & Job Requirements for Support Occupations in Motion Pictures, Broadcasting and the Performing Arts in Stratford--Bruce Peninsula Region

Education and job requirements can vary by region. Workers in regulated occupations require a licence to work legally. Workers in non-regulated occupations do not require a licence, but employers may have other certification requirements.

Skills Requirements

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Most employers who advertise are looking for workers who have the following experience and skills:

Experience:
0-2 years

Specific Skills:
Rig, place, move and dismantle sets, backdrops, scenery and other stage equipment. Adjust focus, sounds levels and other projector and theatre settings and maintain equipment. Set up and operate mobile camera platforms, microphone booms and lighting equipment.

Essential Skills:
Working with others, oral communication, problem solving, job task planning and organizing, critical thinking, decision making and reading text.

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