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Overview
Projectionists inspect films, load or prepare projection media, operate projectors during screenings and store film materials properly after use.
In job descriptions, look for projector operation, equipment maintenance, film reels, sound-image synchronisation, booth work, safety checks, optics, electricity and screening support.
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Search jobsWhat the work can involve
The work happens around the cinema booth and screening schedule. A projectionist checks film or digital material, prepares projectors and watches the screening for technical problems.
Skills and specializations
Useful depth includes projection equipment, projector adjustment, film reels, sound-image synchronisation, optics, electricity, safety standards and routine maintenance. These skills keep the projector, screening and booth work reliable.
Salary context
Salary context depends on screening responsibility, equipment complexity, evening or event coverage, maintenance duties, troubleshooting independence and whether the role supports several screens.
Career paths
Career paths can move toward senior projection work, cinema technical coordination, audiovisual support, equipment maintenance, digital cinema operations or broader venue technology roles.
Good to know
Check whether adverts mention film reels or digital cinema, projector models, booth work, maintenance expectations, safety checks, show times and who handles faults during screenings.
Editorial note
This guide is editorial career context. It is not official labour-market statistics or role-specific salary data.
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O*NET relationships
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O*NET relationships: 1
Motion Picture Projectionists
39-3021.00
Exact relationship
The official mapping treats the O*NET and ESCO occupations as closely equivalent.
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NACE Rev. 2.1
Economic activities linked to this occupation.
59.14Motion picture projection activities
Alternative labels
Occupation group
audio-visual technician (3521.1)
Source facts
| ESCO URI | http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/dce6a68c-8a05-4c26-85d4-6fbc43e7d822 |
|---|---|
| ESCO code | 3521.1.5 |
| ISCO group | 3521 |
| Concept type | Occupation |