What does a camera man do?

Answer 1

Some dictionaries will say it's the person who operates the camera, but it's really the person responsible for determining how a shot will be captured onto film. S/he works with the director about (among other things) what film stock to use, what lens to use, how to frame the shot, what moves (pans, zooms, etc.) might be needed during a shot, and how to set up the lights. A cinematographer is often called a DP, for director of Photography.

Answer 2

Lighting Camera Persons play the most senior role in television camera departments. They interpret the Director's vision for the programme, and use their advanced technical skills in lighting and camerawork to produce and capture moving images. They also liaise closely with other members of the production team to create each required shot, and to motivate and encourage them in their work

Answer 3

We use a tripod and know what our employers want. To see what I do, read the article link. Hope this helps.

Answer 4

It works by spending hours, days, weeks, months, years studying the art. Thus, separating the 'amateur' from the 'professional'.