Description
Boom operators set up and operate the boom microphone, either by hand, on an arm or on a moving platform. They make sure that every microphone is correctly stationed on set and in the best position to capture the dialogues. Boom operators are also responsible for the microphones on the actors clothing.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
use audio reproduction softwarestudy media sourceswork ergonomicallyfollow directions of the artistic directorprogram sound cuesuse technical documentationset up sound equipmentmanage sound qualityfollow work scheduleperform soundchecksconsult with sound editoranalyse a scriptadapt to type of mediaassess power needsedit recorded soundassess sound qualityadapt artistic plan to locationmaintain sound equipmentapply health and safety standardsoperate an audio mixing consolesupervise sound productiontechnically design a sound systemtune up wireless audio systems