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Set up and operate motion picture projection and related sound reproduction equipment.
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Set up and operate motion picture projection and related sound reproduction equipment.
Motion Picture Projectionists
Average
$36,090
ANNUAL
$17.35
HOURLY
Entry Level
$27,610
ANNUAL
$13.28
HOURLY
Mid Level
$36,940
ANNUAL
$17.76
HOURLY
Expert Level
$46,860
ANNUAL
$22.53
HOURLY
Motion Picture Projectionists
01
Monitor operations to ensure that standards for sound and image projection quality are met.
02
Start projectors and open shutters to project images onto screens.
03
Open and close facilities according to rules and schedules.
04
Operate equipment to show films in a number of theaters simultaneously.
05
Perform regular maintenance tasks, such as rotating or replacing xenon bulbs, cleaning projectors and lenses, lubricating machinery, and keeping electrical contacts clean and tight.
06
Set up and adjust picture projectors and screens to achieve proper size, illumination, and focus of images, and proper volume and tone of sound.
07
Inspect projection equipment prior to operation to ensure proper working order.
08
Perform minor repairs, such as replacing worn sprockets, or notify maintenance personnel of the need for major repairs.
09
Inspect movie films to ensure that they are complete and in good condition.
10
Project motion pictures onto back screens for inclusion in scenes within film or stage productions.
Motion Picture Projectionists
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Computers and Electronics
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
Mechanical
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Administration and Management
SKILL
Operations Monitoring
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Operation and Control
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Speaking
ABILITY
Far Vision
ABILITY
Near Vision
ABILITY
Control Precision
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Expression
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