Want tips on how to use a video camera and shoot news footage? Check out what top NBC News camera operators have to say.

From the earliest days of television, the camera operator – also known as a photographer – has been a vital part of broadcast news. NBC News cameraman Bob Riggio, who has worked for the network since the 1980s, has seen the field develop from video cassettes and analog editing to livestreaming and cloud servers.

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Timestamps:
0:00 How to Shoot Video for News
0:26 Plan Out Your Shoot in Advance
0:36 Tips for the Field
1:42 Know Your Gear
2:02 Tell A Story
2:21 Composing A Shot
2:51 Career Tips
3:35 Perks of the Job
4:35 Be Prepared for Any Environment
5:07 Leveling Up your Skills

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