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53111.02 – Motion picture projectionists

Motion picture projectionists show films by operating and maintaining projection equipment.

Overview

Example job titles

  • Motion picture projectionist
  • Projectionist

Core competencies

  • Operation and Control to maneuver and control various pieces of equipment, including projectors, sound systems and film reels
  • Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment to identify and mitigate issues associated with operating projection equipment
  • Night Vision to see controls and equipment clearly, despite low lighting, to ensure smooth operation
  • Control of Settings to precisely adjust and calibrate projection equipment, ensuring optimal image and sound quality during screening
  • Attention to Detail to ensure the film is displayed as intended by paying close attention to details like focus, alignment and brightness
  • Knowledge in Languages to understand and follow technical manuals, equipment guides and documents accurately to operate and maintain projection equipment

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

  • Check the condition of the copy; set up and load film reels on movie theatre projection systems, adjust focus, sound levels and other projector and theatre settings; and maintain projection equipment.

Additional information

  • There may be an overlap in duties among occupations in this unit group, depending on the size of the production or broadcasting studio.
  • Progression to related technical occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting or the performing arts is possible with additional training or experience.

Similar occupations classified elsewhere

Exclusions:

  • Audio and video recording technicians (52113)
  • Broadcast technicians (52112)
  • Film and video camera operators (52110)
  • Other technical and coordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts (52119)

NOC hierarchy breakdown

NOC version

NOC 2021 Version 1.0

Broad occupational category

5 – Occupations in art, culture, recreation and sport

TEER

3 – Occupations usually require a college diploma or apprenticeship training of less than two years; or more than six months of on-the-job training

Major group

53 – Occupations in art, culture and sport

Sub-major group

531 – Occupations in art and culture

Minor group

5311 – Photographers and support occupations in arts and culture

Unit group

53111 – Motion pictures, broadcasting, photography and performing arts assistants and operators

Occupational profile

53111.02 – Motion picture projectionists

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