What is a dailies operator?

Dailies Operators are professionals in the film and television industry who manage and process daily raw footage shot during production, known as 'dailies.' Their responsibilities include ingesting, syncing audio, color correcting, and preparing the footage for viewing by directors, editors, and producers. This process helps the creative team review what was filmed each day, spot any issues, and make informed decisions about reshoots or adjustments. Dailies Operators often work with specialized software and need to ensure that the footage is backed up and delivered securely and on time.