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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In arguably Buster Keaton’s most experimental film, the silent-era slapstick comedian plays a movie projectionist who dreams of becoming a detective.
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Erik Morse, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2025
The 42-seat screening room, originally a cloak room, is officially a part of the private residence of the First Family, but its history from Eisenhower to Reagan was recorded by its longtime projectionist, Paul Fischer.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2025
Singers Jessica Sanchez, Jourdan Blue and the Leo High School Choir Choir are safe, as are improv Rapper Chris Turner, projectionists LightWire, and acrobats Sirca Marea.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 18 Sep. 2025
In the projection room at the back of the theater, there is a film splicer, a set of old projectors, and a toilet and sink for film projectionists working long shifts.
—Sacbee.com, 30 Aug. 2025
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Erik Morse, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2025
The 42-seat screening room, originally a cloak room, is officially a part of the private residence of the First Family, but its history from Eisenhower to Reagan was recorded by its longtime projectionist, Paul Fischer.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2025
Singers Jessica Sanchez, Jourdan Blue and the Leo High School Choir Choir are safe, as are improv Rapper Chris Turner, projectionists LightWire, and acrobats Sirca Marea.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 18 Sep. 2025
In the projection room at the back of the theater, there is a film splicer, a set of old projectors, and a toilet and sink for film projectionists working long shifts.
—Sacbee.com, 30 Aug. 2025
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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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