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Cinema projectionists operate the equipment that shows films in cinemas.
You could work: evenings / weekends / bank holidays; on shifts
Your day-to-day duties may include:
You could work at a cinema.
You can get into this job through:
You could learn some of the skills you'll need through a college course like:
You'll usually need:
You may be able to start work in a cinema complex as a cinema usher or ticket seller before moving into a projectionist role through internal training.
You can apply directly to cinemas for a trainee projectionist job.
You'll find it useful to have some technical skills, for example in electrics, electronics, cameras or sound equipment. IT skills are also important as many cinemas use programmable digital projectors.
Employers may test your technical knowledge and ability before offering you a position.
You'll need to:
A keen interest and knowledge of UK, US and world cinema will be helpful. Joining a film club can be a good way of developing your knowledge of film formats and projection equipment.
You can find out more about careers in film from Screen Skills
You can also find out more about working in the creative industries from Discover Creative Careers.
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With experience, you could become a head projectionist or move into programme management, selecting and scheduling films to be shown.