projectionist
noun
pro·jec·tion·ist
prə-ˈjek-sh(ə-)nist 
: one that makes projections: such as
a
b
: a person who operates a movie projector or television equipment
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The event will feature Frank Uhle, projectionist, cultural historian and author of Cinema Ann Arbor; Uhle will guide attendees through a discussion on the films.
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Duante Beddingfield, Detroit Free Press, 27 Sep. 2024
The light from the projectionist’s booth haloes out from behind her head in warm, sanctifying rays, electrifying strands of her hair.
—Vinson Cunningham, The New Yorker, 25 Sep. 2024
In Pearl, Goth’s title character had a deadly affair with the local movie theater’s projectionist, and he was played by none other than David Corenswet, the new Superman/Clark Kent in James Gunn’s upcoming Superman (2025).
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 July 2024
Pearl’s hopes and dreams of becoming a famous actress or chorus girl aren’t supported by her mother, but they are encouraged by the town’s local projectionist (David Corenswet), who takes a liking to her.
—Lexi Carson, Variety, 3 July 2024
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Duante Beddingfield, Detroit Free Press, 27 Sep. 2024
The light from the projectionist’s booth haloes out from behind her head in warm, sanctifying rays, electrifying strands of her hair.
—Vinson Cunningham, The New Yorker, 25 Sep. 2024
In Pearl, Goth’s title character had a deadly affair with the local movie theater’s projectionist, and he was played by none other than David Corenswet, the new Superman/Clark Kent in James Gunn’s upcoming Superman (2025).
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 July 2024
Pearl’s hopes and dreams of becoming a famous actress or chorus girl aren’t supported by her mother, but they are encouraged by the town’s local projectionist (David Corenswet), who takes a liking to her.
—Lexi Carson, Variety, 3 July 2024
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projectionist
noun
pro·jec·tion·ist
prə-ˈjek-sh(ə-)nəst
: a person who operates a motion-picture projector or television equipment
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