E-commerce Videographer 1st camera assistant - Full time Freelance
3 months ago
New York
Job Description Job Description: Tzumi Electronics is looking for a multi-talented E-commerce Videographer 1st camera Assistant. This person will be working directly with the Director of Video and Photography on set and in post to create powerful and dynamic promotional, e-commerce, social videos, GIFS, and sales pitch videos. Experience in Premiere and After Effects is preferred. This is an in-office Freelance to Perm Position. Must have knowledge of working on a set, DSLR cameras, camera equipment, DJI stabilizers, camera rigging, lighting setups, prep planning for shoot day, shot list, storyboarding, focus pulling, maintaining, and cataloging footage files. Responsibilities: • Set and light shoot area, • Establish “shoot” areas in-office, • Assist in the coordination of internal/external talent and props, • Coordinate shot list with team, • Maintain consistent lighting and video style, • Work with a wide range of product categories from small ear buds to fitness equipment., • Collaborate with the Brand Director, Digital Designers and Web Developer on formatting and all video specs., • Can operate cameras, lighting and life feed equipment., • Organize and maintain props and equipment., • Camera Knowledge: A strong understanding of camera equipment and its functions is essential., • Technical Skills: Knowledge of lighting, grip equipment, and media management is important., • Organizational Skills: The ability to stay organized and manage multiple tasks efficiently is crucial., • Communication and Teamwork: Strong communication and teamwork skills are needed to work effectively with the camera operator and other crew members., • Problem-Solving: The ability to troubleshoot issues and find solutions on set is valuable., • Must have experience or have a desire to work with e-commerce or product videos, • Proficient in Adobe Suite (aftereffects & animation a plus), • Must have a valid driver's license, • Must have the physical ability to lift video and product equipment., • Must be working on premise, • Must be in the NYC area—this is a midtown Manhattan location Note: All company benefits listed pertain should the position become permanent.