Preface

The sixth edition of this book includes much of the information from the previous five editions along with expanded sections and new information. The book was originally written for Camera Assistants working in film, and this edition is no different. I have included new information on the differences between working in the US and Britain along with information about working in digital video, but the majority of the information is still geared toward a film Assistant Cameraman.

All of this material is based on my experience and the experience of other Camera Assistants who have been trained and have worked on the West Coast of the United States. It is my understanding that there are some minor differences in carrying out certain tasks ...

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