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How to write an editor/camera operator resume
Craft a resume summary statement
A well-written resume summary is basically an elevator pitch. You are summing up your skills and experience in a few sentences to wow recruiters, hiring managers, and decision makers into giving you an interview. Here are some tips to putting your best foot first with your resume summary:
Step 1: Start with your current job title, or the one you aspire to. Are you a passionate manager? A skilled analyst? It's a good starting point.
Step 2: Next put your years of experience in editor/camera operator-related roles.
Step 3: Now is the time to put your biggest accomplishment or something you are professionally proud of.
Step 4: Read over what you have written. It should be 2-4 sentences. Your goal is to summarize your experience, not recite your resume.
These four steps should give you a strong elevator pitch and land you some editor/camera operator interviews.Please upload your resume so Zippia’s job hunt AI can draft a summary statement for you.
List the right project manager skills
Your Skills section is an easy way to let recruiters know you have the skills to do the job. Just as importantly, it can help your resume not get filtered out by hiring software. Here is how to make the most of your skills section and make sure you have the right keywords:
- Start with the job listing. Frequently, the keywords looked for by recruiters will be listed. Be careful to include all skills in the job listing you have experience with.
- Consider all the software and tools you use on a daily basis. When in doubt, list them!
- Make sure you use accurate and up to date terms for all the skills listed.
Here are example skills to include in your “Area of Expertise” on an editor/camera operator resume:
- Video Production
- Camera Operation
- Audio Equipment
- Video Content
- Motion Graphics
- Promotional Videos
- Photography
- Edit Video
- Adobe Photoshop
- Video Projects
- B-Roll
- Music Videos
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Color Correction
- YouTube
- DSLR
- Adobe Creative Suite
- DVD
- Video Shoots
- Graphic Design
- Web Series
- Reality
- Live Events
- Media Management
- Camera Equipment
- Post-Production Process
- Video Equipment
- Studio Cameras
- Documentaries
- RAN
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How to structure your work experience
Your employment history is arguably one of the most important parts of your resume. It shows you have experience and foundation in your field to successfully master the editor/camera operator position. Here is how to most effectively structure your work experience:
- List your most recent experience first, followed by earlier roles in reverse chronological order. Employers care about your most recent experience the most.
- Start with your job title, company name, city, and state on the left. Align dates in month and year format on the right-hand side.
- Include only recent, relevant jobs.
How to write editor/camera operator experience bullet points
Effective job bullet points do more than just describe your job duties. Instead, they should be specific and measurable accomplishments. Here are some strategies to mastering job bullet points:
- Use strong action verbs like Led, Built, or Optimized.
- Follow up with numbers when possible to support your results. How much did performance improve? How much revenue did you drive?
- Wrap it up by explaining the actions you took to achieve the result and how you made an impact.
Here are effective examples from editor/camera operator resumes:
Work history example #1
Camera Assistant
Stafford Motor Speedway
- Obtained my class A CDL.
- Coordinated B-Roll of Portland and assisted in set decoration.
- Operated camera, as well as assisted in the set up/strike of equipment and lighting.
- Edited educational videos integrating motion graphics from Photoshop and After Effects
- Assisted in equipment set up and handled high quality camera s for live recordings and Internet streaming.
Work history example #2
Still Photographer
The Dominion Post
- Developed a knowledge of photography, photojournalism and journalism.
- Composed and edited photos using Photoshop for print and online editions along with writing cut lines and photo descriptions.
- Utilized Digital cameras and graphic software (Photoshop, Illustrator, Quark, etc).
- Photographed campus events and activities using a variety of cameras and edited with Adobe Photoshop.
- Raised the target for DVD sales and exceed doubling the target.
Work history example #3
Videographer
CNN
- Produced video and graphics elements for television and digital content across multiple network brands.
- Coordinated breaking news crews with newsroom producers and aggressively chase editorial leads to make CNN first on breaking news.
- Maintained database of vendor rates, services, equipment, locations, transmission methods, and issues.
- Provided editorial and production support for all live and taped shows under the CNN Cross Platform Programming Unit.
- Produced Show Opens for CNN's political coverage including 2012 primaries, debates, and the election.
Work history example #4
Editor/Camera Operator
The Press-Enterprise
- Redesigned station Facebook and Twitter pages and created Best Posting Practices for reporters and producers to follow.
- Compiled and copy edited physician disclosure and affiliations for online production.
- Coordinated key traffic partnerships with CNN, Warner Brothers, VH-1 and AOL.
- Preserved archival footage for ABC News.
- Served as ESPN liaison to outside production companies to assist in the formatting of packaged programs for ESPN air.
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Add an education section to your resume
- The highest degree you have achieved.
- TWhere you attended school, and the dates (Although if you graduated some time ago, leave the date off to avoid ageism)
- TField of study
- TAny honors, relevant coursework, achievements, or pertinent activities
Here are some examples of good education entries for resumes:
Doctoral Degree in photography
Academy of Art University, San Francisco, CA
2003 - 2006
Associate's Degree in photography
Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
2006 - 2008
Highlight your editor/camera operator certifications on your resume
If you have any additional certifications, add them to the certification section.
To list, use the full name of the certification and the organization that issued it, along with the date of achievement.
Here are some of the best certifications to have on editor/camera operator resumes:
- Apple Certified Pro- Final Cut Pro X
- Digital Video Engineering Professional (DVEP)