Berklee

Job Description:

Berklee’s division of Pre-College, Online, and Professional Programs (POPP) is at the forefront of contemporary music education worldwide, serving more than 3.5 million students to date. Currently comprising Berklee Online, Berklee Summer Programs, and Berklee Press, POPP is shaping the key players of tomorrow’s music industry through innovative study in performance, production, business, theater, dance, and more. Students emerge from programs with a professional portfolio, practical job skills, and a strong sense of community. Through internationally acclaimed online courses and degree programs, intensive summer programs and workshops, textbooks that are the definitive source on their subjects, and emerging K-12 offerings, POPP brings the best of Berklee to students all over the world, no matter their ability, background, or level of experience. We offer the right candidate a chance to take part in our fast-paced, entrepreneurial video team.

Under the direction of the Video Production Manager, the Temporary Production Assistant and Camera Operator works collaboratively with the Berklee POPP video team during on-location and in-studio video shoots. This position requires a familiarity with video camera operation, video production, and an ability to work in a collaborative and professional environment. The Temporary Production Assistant & Camera Operator will be expected to uphold and contribute to the video team’s high standards and quality of video production. This role has fluctuating hours based on our team's filming schedule which can vary from a few hours a month to 35 hours a week.

Capabilities Required (Experience, Education, Skills)

• A bachelor's degree in a related field and/or 4+ years of professional experience in video production, including camera operation, lighting, audio recording, and equipment setup and breakdown. 
• Comfortable working in-studio and on location settings. 
• Facilitating production crew needs including, food runs, gear transportation, and miscellaneous work on an as needed basis.
• Ability to lift and carry 40 pounds of equipment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with people in the office as well as remote employees.
• Knowledge of RED cameras and workflow preferred.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work in a team-based, fast-paced atmosphere with high standards for quality, accuracy, and innovation.
• Action-oriented, “can do” attitude demonstrating willingness to accept accountability and responsibility for individual actions.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some nights/weekends and long shoot days as needed.
• Familiarity with music theory, music business, and music production technologies preferred.

Use of Capabilities (Illustrated by Typical Activities)

• Operating cameras with the Berklee POPP video team.
• Setting up, breaking down, and transporting video equipment for on location or studio based video shoots.
• Acting as a Runner on set to get meals for talent and crew.
• Working with Berklee POPP Video Producers in adjusting lighting, sound equipment, and miscellaneous other production needs.
• Other roles include but are not limited to, operating slate, operating camera sliders, tripods, hand-held and shoulder rigs, participating in test shoots, troubleshooting equipment, attending to talent needs, and taking shoot-day notes.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee: 

We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at hroperations@Berklee.edu or call 617-747-2375.

Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of our institution, community, and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.

• Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*

Employee Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)