OSCA 2024 · 231433 · Skill level 1
Cinematographer: OSCA 231433
ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026
Cinematographer is OSCA 2024 code 231433. It corresponds to ANZSCO 212313 Director of Photography, which is on the ROL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.
ANZSCO equivalent
ANZSCO code for OSCA 231433
Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.
ANZSCO 212313
Director of Photography
On the Regional Occupation List.
Visas for ANZSCO 212313
The job
What a cinematographer does
Plans, directs and coordinates lighting, camera angles, movement and composition for films and videos.
Skill level 1: Bachelor degree or higher, or at least 5 years of relevant experience
Also known as
- Director of Photography
Main tasks
Main tasks
- Plans and organises the visual aspects of film or video productions
- Determines the lighting, camera angles and composition for each scene
- Collaborates with the director and other members of the production team to achieve the desired visual style
- Selects and operates cameras, lenses, filters and other equipment to capture high-quality footage
- Supervises the work of camera operators and other members of the camera crew
- Reviews and approves the final footage, including colour grading, to ensure that it meets the artistic and technical requirements
Unit group 2314
Other occupations in Media Directors and Designers
Questions
OSCA 231433: common questions
What is the OSCA code for cinematographer?
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 231433?
Is Cinematographer on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
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Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, OSCA 2024 v1.0 (CC BY 4.0); Department of Home Affairs, checked 21 October 2026. General information only, not immigration advice.
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