The Planet Group

Job Description

Camera Operator

Location: Onsite in Sunnyvale, CA

Duration: 3 months

Pay: Up to $76/hour DOE

The Planet Group is looking for a Camera Operator to join our well-known Fortune 500 client on a 3-month contract. This role will be 40 hours per week and will be onsite in Sunnyvale, CA.

Camera Operator Responsibilities:

• Manage and triage ever-changing and often conflicting requests in a fast paced production environment.
• Edit creatively and efficiently on Logic Pro / Audition / Pro Tools and understand and conduct all work to high standards.
• Research and write interview questions and scripts for a broad range of artists and promotional copy for multiple platforms including social and AOD.
• Organize, manage, maintain and archive music, audio, video, and photo assets, and deliver content with supporting resources to maximize value and impact.
• Create and maintain a safe set environment.
• Advise on equipment needs and the future growth of camera needs.
• Prep grip and lighting packages for shoots.
• Prep and drive production vehicles.
• Lead and or assist on productions.
• Drive Fleet Vehicles as needed.

Camera Operator Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree is recommended.
• 10 years professional experience working as a Camera Technician and or 1st Assistant Cameraman with a deep knowledge of the craft of filmmaking at a high level.
• 5+ years’ experience working in and operating broadcast studios in a live and pre-recorded environment.
• Experience supporting a team of production staff and on air talent to deliver content across a range of platforms.
• Well-versed in pop culture, music and are passionate about entertainment.
• Experience with Logic Pro / Audition / Pro Tools.
• Strong collaborator and communicator who is capable of working in a highly dynamic environment to achieve success.
• Able to work unpredictable hours expanding to nights and weekends.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to Drive Fleet Vehicles.

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The Planet Group and our companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.