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Motion Picture Projectionists

Also known as: Audiovisual Technician, Booth Manager, Booth Operator, Booth Supervisor, Booth Usher, Chief Projectionist, Cinema Operator, Cinematographer, Equipment Operator, Film Crew Member

Set up and operate motion picture projection and related sound reproduction equipment.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

None3%
Up to 1 month59%
1-3 months32%
3-6 months5%

How AI Impacts Each Task

23 tasks analyzed

Insert film into top magazine reel, or thread film through a series of sprockets and guide rollers, attaching the end to a take-up reel.

Start projectors and open shutters to project images onto screens.

Monitor operations to ensure that standards for sound and image projection quality are met.

Operate equipment to show films in a number of theaters simultaneously.

Splice separate film reels, advertisements, and movie trailers together to form a feature-length presentation on one continuous reel.

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

DependabilityAttention to DetailCooperationStress ToleranceIndependenceInitiativeSelf ControlAdaptability/FlexibilityAchievement/EffortConcern for OthersLeadershipPersistence

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$38,180

per year

Mean Wage

$50,290

per year

Employment

2K

workers

Wage Range

$24,160 - $82,040

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$24,160Median: $38,180$82,040
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