Producer & Camera Operator

The Studio at Situation Group crafts award-winning work for the world's leading entertainment, education and mission-driven brands. The Studio seeks a Producer & Camera Operator to join a new field production crew dedicated to our Broadway, arts and entertainment clients. This role will report to the field crew Senior Producer & Editor and is a full time role of 40+ hours per week within our Manhattan office and the local NYC field.
The selected candidate will be a true Producer and Camera Operator hybrid with creative and logistical producing chops, well-honed videography skills and an affinity for working within the Broadway live entertainment space.
What You'll Do
The Producer & Camera Operator will join a 2-3 person field production crew, working with a dedicated Senior Producer & Editor to craft, shoot and edit fast-turnaround video creative. The ideal candidate is nimble, thrives in creating news-style content and knows how to make the most out of a media opportunity. The field production crew is a subset of the Video and Events department and will work alongside producers, editors, project managers, copywriters, designers, creative directors and account service staff.
Sample Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Handle logistics for field video production, such as scheduling, resourcing, equipment, location scouting, permits, shot lists, call sheets, signage and release forms
• Manage capture and crew on-set, working with clients, talent and celebrities
• Facilitate red carpet and on-the-fly interviews
• Support with cost estimating and budget tracking
• Concept and write interview questions and other writing assignments
• Oversee copy and design tasks in the Studio
• Operate camera/s to capture content for short and long form digital, social and broadcast use
• Production equipment organization and maintenance
• Manage file transfers and media
• Conduct research and gather knowledge relevant to our clients

Requirements

• 5+ years of similar experience at a creative agency, studio, TV network or
  film industry (including 3+ years of camera operation)

• Expert knowledge of video production processes, film production equipment and industry trends

• On-set experience producing shoots and interviewing/directing talent
• Demonstrated writing ability with a journalistic lean
• Advanced knowledge of and experience with camera, lighting and audio equipment
• Thorough understanding of interview lighting setups
• Excellent organization, time management and attention to detail
• Exemplary communication and problem-solving skills
• Full understanding of digital, social media and broadcast output specifications
• Ability to manage multiple clients and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

• Willingness to work odd hours at short notice (nights and weekends) and occasional overtime

• Bonus skills include SAG-AFTRA and/or AFM knowledge, Broadway and/or livestream experience
• Work samples/reel required for consideration

Benefits
We offer a competitive base salary and a range of benefits and perks:

• Salary range: $80,000 - $100,000, commensurate with experience
• Health care plan (medical, dental and vision)
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off package that includes vacation, sick, "life happens" days, birthdays, and public holidays
• Paid family leave
• Cold brew coffee, snacks and fresh fruit
• Wellness resources
• Special access to New York City's arts and entertainment scene

We have been honored for our commitment to our team with workplace awards from Crain's, Best Companies Group, Cynopsis, Digiday, and Fortune.
Our Company
The Studio at Situation Group crafts award-winning work for leading entertainment, education and mission-driven brands-WICKED on Broadway, The Metropolitan Opera, Columbia University, and No Kid Hungry.
The Studio is part of Situation Group, a digital-first collective of award-winning advertising agencies.