ProgramCIP 10.0201

Photographic and Film/Video Technology/Technician

A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the operation and maintenance of camera and lighting equipment and the production of finished still, video, and film products under the supervision of photographers, directors, and editors. Includes instruction in equipment setup and maintenance; lighting; power supplies; studio and film set tasks such as camera operator, grip, and best boy; plate and negative handling and development; laboratory procedures; and digital software applications.

Definition from U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics (CIP 2020).

Also called Photographic and Film/Video Assistant.