Mthobisi Sithole

Experienced Camera Operator with a proven track record in managing complex production environments across multiple companies, including Blackfoot Productions and Vision View Productions. Demonstrates expertise in camera operation, video editing, and studio arrangements, with a strong ability to interpret and execute directors' instructions for live sports events and television broadcasts. Skilled in supervising production teams, ensuring efficient workflow, and maintaining high standards of safety and cleanliness.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe InDesign, CMS, and SEO techniques. Committed to delivering high-quality visual content while continuously enhancing technical skills and exploring innovative filming techniques. Skilled production professional with versatility to use different brands of equipment under varying conditions.

Well-versed in supporting pre- and post-production needs. Looking for a challenging role in a fast-paced environment.

Dedicated Camera

Operator capable of organising equipment and editing footage. Adaptable and friendly team player with a good attention to detail. Offering 12 years of experience in related roles. Seasoned camera operator bringing 12 years of comprehensive experience in selecting, assembling and positioning equipment for various film projects.

Hardworking and tech-savvy with talents in editing footage, capturing quality footage and collaborating with team to produce best final product. Available any time per week, including weekends and evenings.

Camera Operator at Blackfoot Productions (2012-04 – Present)

• Review clients' needs and schedule production time based on workload and available material
• Ensure that all client's orders or needs are completed in the required time frame
• Supervise production room, employees and schedule working times
• Allocate task to production guys or crew
• To ensure the crew is well trained for the job/task, procedures and equipment operations
• Maintain in a clean and safe working environment

Camera Operator at Mondise Business Services Pty Ltd (2011-10 – Present)

• Assisting in production of weekly ETV show series
• Assisting in production of weekly DVD's for gateway online TV
• Handling cameras to capture our weekly events

Camera Operator at Antfarm (2011-07 – Present)

• Read and digest the script
• Discuss with the Director and Cinematographer/Director of Photography (DOP), all aspects of the script
• Discuss style of shooting
• Recce all locations
• Review all set plans
• Determine technical details such as - where tracks are to be laid, size of crane or dolly
• Determine type of heads - remote, fluid, geared or hand-held and tripods
• Or Steadicam (usually by a specialist operator)
• Or tracking vehicle
• Check on any new equipment available
• Discuss with the DOP choice of 1st AC, 2nd AC, Central Loader and Grip(s)
• Liaise with the DOP, Camera Crew and Grips on camera and grip equipment lists
• Walk all locations, sets and stages with the Director and DOP
• Shoot camera and lens tests, especially checking the ground glass ratios and format by shooting a leader
• Check Projection in rushes theatre for any discrepancies of framing

Camera Operator at Vision View Productions (2011-05 – Present)

• To creatively incorporate a variety of film techniques using digital, electronic and film cameras
• Operates cameras using film equipment in a studio and soccer live matches
• And primarily take their direction from a director who expects to interpret his or her instructions for the purposes of movie making or capturing
• (Super Sport OB's) Wheelchair Basket-ball and Netball, Beach Volley, Soccer, Hockey
• Responsible for the placement of the camera, regardless of where the setup is going to occur, or if the camera itself will be stationary or moving during a particular shot

Camera Operator at Vision View Productions (2011-04 – Present)

• Responsible for the placement of the camera, regardless of where the setup is going to occur, or if the camera itself will be stationary or moving during a particular shot
• I'm directing the other grips, who usually have more specialized functions
• Some key grips double as backup camera crew if they are properly cross-trained
• Key grips also assist with lighting set-ups, working alongside the

Camera Man at Stream Boys (2011-02 – Present)

• Supervised Junior Camera Staff in recording scenes for television broadcasts and advertising

Video Camera Operator at Supersport Africa (2011-01 – Present)

• Responsible for solving problems and determine filming and lightning requirements
• Responsible for clean the equipment for accurate efficiency
• Monitored the positions of inventory such as cameras, printers and other equipment's in order change exposure, focus and lightning
• Update the existing databases with changes and the status of each customer/prospective customer
• Arrange for the dispatch of products, information packages, brochures etc
• To clients
• Follow up the calls of the client with clerical duties which includes faxing, doing checks on credit
• Respond to customer questions
• Resolve customer issues
• Offer up-sells and cross-sells to callers
• Promoting and Marketing products and benefits for customer
• Record and verify accurate information on all calls
• Positively and respectfully communicate with customers
• Maintain company and client confidentiality
• Meet established sales/fundraising goals on outbound projects
• Multi-tasking from one type of call to another without loss of efficiency, composure, and knowledge.

Certificate of Higher Education in Transport and Logistics | did not finish