cinematographer
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English[edit]
Etymology[edit]
Noun[edit]
cinematographer (plural cinematographers)
- (cinematography) A photographer who oversees the operations of the cameras and lighting when making a film. The cinematographer may also double as the camera operator of the movie camera, though this is usually done by a cameraman. The film director may also double as the cinematographer, though this is usually a different person.
- (dated) One who exhibits motion pictures; a projectionist.
- 1916, The American School Board Journal, volume 53, page 41:
- It is what the spectator sees, not reads, that leaves the lasting impression. The best plan is to have the cinematographer call in order to determine the details to be covered.
Synonyms[edit]
- cinematographist
- (photographer): director of photography, DP, DOP
Translations[edit]
a movie photographer, especially one who is in charge of shooting a movie
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