Motion Picture Projectionist

711912 · Light Next-day ready

Operates film projection and related sound reproduction equipment.

Splices and un-splices film; splices advertisements and movie trailers to feature length films; feeds films into the projector; plays films on a projector; adjusts the sound, focus and brightness of film during the playing of the film as necessary; packages the film after its been played and stores it appropriately in a cool, dry area; looks after the projection equipment; may carry out minor repairs on films and projectors as required.

Works indoors in movie theatres.
Work areas will usually be adequately heated and ventilated, but often dimly lit.

Sedentary to light physical demand levels.
Stands and walks frequently to collect and store films and when operating projection machinery.
Sitting is frequently required when splicing films and carrying out some repair work.
Stretches out and across occasionally to operate machinery or to adjust machine controls.
Squatting, kneeling or crouching may be required when carrying out repairs or loading films.
Twisting of the body or neck is not a significant component of this job.
Frequently lifts and carries
Bends occasionally when loading and storing films.
Repetitive hand and large arm movements may be required.
Driving is not required.
Mental skills necessary include technical knowledge, machine operation and practical and problem-solving skills.

Entry signal Reviewed

Enter via experience or on-the-job training; no mandatory pre-entry qualification. Flagged next-day ready.

Entry barrier Experience or on-job training

Licence / registration No licence required

ANZSCO skill level 4

Next-day ready Yes

How this was determined (model-generated): Motion picture projectionist: entered via on-the-job training, no pre-entry qual or licence; confirms det.

A New Zealand Register Level 2 or 3 qualification or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4). In some instances relevant experience may be required in addition to the formal qualification. For entry-level positions on-the-job training may be sufficient.