Director of Photography Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Director of Photography:

  • Degree in Film, Art or Photography advantageous.
  • A reel of visual work.
  • Creative visual thinking.
  • Good organizational skills.
  • Good technical camera operating skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills.
  • Attention to detail.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Director of Photography skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Director of Photography roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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