Working Conditions for Television, video, and motion picture camera operators and editorsWorking conditions for camera operators and editors vary considerably. Those employed in government, television and cable networks, and advertising agencies usually work a 5-day, 40-hour week. By contrast, ENG operators often work long, irregular hours and must be available to work on short notice. Camera operators and editors working in motion picture production also may work long, irregular hours. ENG operators and those who cover major events, such as conventions or sporting events, frequently travel locally, stay overnight on assignments, or travel to distant places for longer periods. Camera operators filming television programs or motion pictures may travel to film on location. Some camera operators—especially ENG operators covering accidents, natural disasters, civil unrest, or military conflicts—work in uncomfortable or even dangerous surroundings. Many camera operators must wait long hours in all kinds of weather for an event to take place and must stand or walk for long periods while carrying heavy equipment. ENG operators often work under strict deadlines. More information on Television, video, and motion picture camera operators and editors from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook Overview of Television, video, and motion picture camera operators and editors occupation Number of Television, video, and motion picture camera operators and editors in the U.S. Salary and earnings for Television, video, and motion picture camera operators and editors Working conditions for Television, video, and motion picture camera operators and editors Significant points for Television, video, and motion picture camera operators and editors Training requirements for Television, video, and motion picture camera operators and editors Labor Information Home | Occupational data by city | Search Rainforests | Madagascar | What's new |