How do they match: Motion Picture Projectionists

  • Booth Operator
  • Cinema Operator
  • Equipment Operator
  • Film Projector Operator
  • Machine Operator
  • Motion Picture Operator
  • Movie Operator
  • Movie Machine Operator
  • Moving Picture Operator
  • Projector Operator
  • Projector Booth Operator
  • Spray Booth Operator

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

  • Open and close facilities according to rules and schedules.
  • Operate equipment to show films in a number of theaters simultaneously.
  • Coordinate equipment operation with presentation of supplemental material, such as music, oral commentaries, or sound effects.
  • Inspect projection equipment prior to operation to ensure proper working order.
  • Monitor operations to ensure that standards for sound and image projection quality are met.
  • Observe projector operation to anticipate need to transfer operations from one projector to another.
  • Start projectors and open shutters to project images onto screens.

  • Operate audio-visual equipment.
  • Monitor operational quality or safety.
  • Prepare operational reports or records.