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What is Cinematography

• Cinematography (also called Direction of
  Photography) is the science or art of
  motion-picture photography by recording light or
  other electromagnetic radiation, either
  electronically by means of an image sensor, or
  chemically by means of a light-sensitive material
  such as film stock.1
• Typically, cinematographers use a lens to
  repeatedly focus the light reflected from objects
  into real images on the light-sensitive surface
  inside a camera during a questionedcitation
  needed exposure, creating multiple images. With
  an electronic image-sensor, this produces an
  electrical charge at each pixel, which is
  electronically processed and stored in a video
  file for subsequent display or processing. The
  result with photographic emulsion is a series of
  invisible latent images on the film stock, which
  are later chemically "developed" into a visible
  image. The images on the film stock are played
  back at a rapid speed and projected onto a
  screen, creating the illusion of motion.
• Cinematography finds uses in many fields of
  science and business as well as for entertainment
  purposes and mass communication.
• The word "cinematography" was coinedby whom? on
  the basis of the Greek words ????µa (kinema),
  meaning "movement, motion" and ???fe?? (graphein)
  meaning "to record", together meaning "recording
  motion". The word used to refer to the art,
  process, or job of filming movies, but later its
  meaning became restricted to "motion picture
  photography".

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Job Description for Cinematography

• Cinematographers (a.k.a. directors of
  photography) work alongside directors to give
  films, TV shows, music videos and television
  commercials their own unique aesthetic style.
  Responsible for managing camera crews and
  lighting crews, they oversee the selection and
  manipulation of technical equipment to create
  striking images on screen.
• The visual impact of a film is driven by the
  creative choices a cinematographer makes. These
  guys make the big decisions about the use of
  different lenses, filters, lighting techniques
  and camera movements to create dramatic effect
  and prompt different emotional responses from the
  audience. Theyre also responsible for making
  decisions about aspect ratio, digital effects,
  image contrast, and frame rates.
• Cinematographers get involved throughout the
  entire production lifecycle. Before filming
  starts, they dissect the screenplay, conduct
  extra research into different styles and motifs
  which relate to the subject matter of the script,
  and liaise with the director to discuss their
  creative ideas.
• The next step involves meticulously planning the
  technical execution of each shot. They also
  figure out what equipment and staff will be
  required. They are then responsible for handling
  the procurement of equipment and the recruitment
  of camera operators, gaffers, grips and other
  technical production specialists. Throughout this
  process, cinematographers need to be mindful of
  budget restrictions and time constraints.
• During filming, cinematographers run the show,
  directing the technical production crew and
  making sure the correct lenses, filters, cranes,
  Steadicams, dollies and lights are used for each
  shot. Sometimes cinematographers operate camera
  equipment themselvesalthough this is more likely
  to happen on low budget movies with smaller
  crews.
• Post-production, cinematographers work alongside
  directors and editors to make sure the colour
  grading of the film or TV show is spot on.

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Salary Benefits

• Cinematographers can earn anywhere between
  50,000 and 300,000 per annum. Understandably
  though, the vast majority of cinematographers
  start their careers as junior camera operators,
  where they are likely to earn around 15,000 a
  year.
• After gaining plenty of experience, a camera
  operators salary may gradually increase to
  around 35,000 a year, but it takes years of
  dedication before you can make the step up and
  start earning the big bucks.
• Salaries in this area fluctuate massively, as
  most cinematographers work on a freelance basis
  and therefore their wages are entirely dependent
  on how frequently they manage to secure work.

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Salary Benefits

• Salary levels also depend on the size and budget
  of each production that the cinematographer works
  on. Indeed, those who work on feature films with
  large budgets can earn a handsome wage.
• If you become a cinematographer, you wont be
  clocking-off at 5pm every day. Expect to be
  working long, irregular and unsociable hours. The
  nature of film production means that filming can
  take place at any time of the day. You may even
  be required to work at the weekend from time to
  time.
• You will also usually find yourself working in a
  variety of different places, i.e. in studios,
  offices and on-set in remote locations. Travel,
  both domestically and internationally, is also
  common.

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Entry In Cinematography

• Many cinematographers go to film school before
  getting their first break in the film industry.
  However, this is by no means necessary!
• Admittedly, studying a degree or diploma in a
  relevant subject, such as film production,
  cinematography, film studies or media studies,
  will help you to hone your craft and give you a
  great insight into how a film is made. However,
  you could study a degree in any discipline and
  still manage to develop a career in
  cinematography.
• You can even enter this profession without a
  degree or diploma. After all, the only essential
  entry criteria for this area of work are a
  passion for film and expert knowledge of how to
  use cameras and other film-making equipment.
• Whichever route you decide to take, you will most
  likely start off as a runner, photographic
  technician or camera assistant, and then work
  your way up through the ranks for many years
  before finally becoming a cinematographer.
• Indeed, the only way to progress in this industry
  is to get work experience, learn from the best,
  and build up a network of useful industry
  contacts.
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Training Progression

• All of your training will be done whilst on the
  job in a lower-level position. As you gain more
  experience and establish yourself,
  experimentation is the key to development. Youll
  need to push yourself and try out different
  things.
• You will also need to keep up-to-date with the
  latest advancements in technology and filming
  techniques.
• Cinematographers are at the top of the career
  ladder and tend to work on a freelance basis.
  Consequently, there are no real opportunities for
  career progression. At this level, its all about
  building your reputation, earning more money and
  gaining recognition from the Academy.
• The way to achieve this is through hard work,
  personal endeavour and networking. The British
  Society of Cinematographers offers great
  opportunities for you to develop your network of
  influential contacts.

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