Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

projectionist

noun

/prəˈdʒɛkʃənɪst/

Definition

A projectionist is a person who operates the projector in a cinema or theater to display films.

Examples

During the film festival, the projectionist had to switch between multiple films quickly.
The experienced projectionist was able to fix the issue when the film got stuck.
Many projectionists are passionate about cinema and enjoy sharing their knowledge with others.

Meaning

The role of a projectionist involves managing the technical aspects of film presentation, ensuring that the film plays correctly and at the right quality.