Camera Assistant

This is a Full Time Job

The ideal candidate is a team player, collaborative and resourceful. You must be comfortable working as part of a team. Below is a snapshot of what the role would entail.



Essential Duties

• Set up and prepare cameras for production

• Assist with lighting and audio set up

• Ensure all technology, audio, and visual connections are set up properly and are functioning

within the control room

• Assist with set design and breakdown including moving props, furniture, and equipment

• Conduct research on tools and technology to enhance productivity and set capabilities

• Order tools, equipment, accessories, and expendables required for a set operation

• Perform maintenance on cameras and set equipment

• Troubleshoot camera, lighting, and audio equipment issues

• Maintain inventory of all set equipment including cameras, lights, and audio equipment as

well as all essential and nonessential accessories

• Prepare, pack, and manage all production equipment for offsite and travel productions

• Maintain camera logs during offsite and travel productions

• Organize and maintain the cleanliness of all production areas

• Pull focus for camera operator when necessary

• Operate camera as a backup operator when necessary

• Manage media including media transfer, back up, and organization when necessary

Knowledge and Skills

• Well-rounded knowledge of the setup, function, and maintenance of a variety of cameras

required. Experience with Arri Amiras and Sony FS7 Mark II preferred

• Proficient in troubleshooting camera and equipment issues

• Well-rounded knowledge of all aspects of the camera department required.

• Basic knowledge of lighting set up preferred

• Basic knowledge of control room set up and operation preferred

• Ability to multi-task and delegate responsibilities

• Must be a team player who thrives in a collaborative environment

• Must be flexible, adaptable, and able to work under pressure

Experience

• Background in both field and studio environments required

• 3 years of experience as a 2nd AC required. 1st AC experience preferred

Resume with strong references will be required for consideration. The submission of reel is

encouraged.