Job Description
Spellbound, Inc. is a leading new-media production company. Our mission is to tell stories that engage people through hearts and minds. We use the tools and technologies in the video production space to help achieve our vision: to create worlds so immersive that people find themselves within the compelling stories and shared creations. Spellbound is in Santa Clarita, CA, and works in conjunction with remote collaborators around the world.
About the team:
We are looking for a Camera Operator for one of our projects, a new media series that focusses on product reviews with comedic undertones.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following with excellence; other duties may be assigned.
- Works with the Chief Creative Officer and Executive Producers to develop the overall look and feel of videos.
- Enhances the visual style.
- Orders, maintains, and tests lighting and camera equipment.
- Assembles and sets up equipment.
- Plans, prepares and rehearses scenes.
- Creatively frames and captures action.
- Responds quickly to directions.
- Demo/Reel and resume should be submitted with application.
Our visual artists are expected to deliver cinematic/broadcast quality looks with emphasis on comedic tone and deliver quality results in a fast-paced environment.
Skills:
- Proven experience as camera operator
- Experience operating relevant equipment (cameras, cranes etc.)
- Must be well versed with current camera and technical equipment and post production processes
- Physical strength to carry heavy equipment and stamina
- Excellent color vision and hearing
- High school diploma; degree in film, media or relevant field is a plus
Competencies:
- Efficiency. Able to produce significant output with minimal wasted effort
- Attention to detail. Does not let important details slip through the cracks or derail a project.
- Calm under pressure. Maintains stable performance when under heavy pressure or stress, as well as the ability to think and act quickly.
- Creativity / Innovation. Generates new and innovative approaches to problems and has a unique visual esthetic.
- High Standards. Expects personal performance and team performance to be nothing short of the best.
- Openness to criticism and ideas. Often solicits feedback and reacts calmly to criticism or negative feedback.
- Communication. Speaks and writes clearly and articulately without being overly verbose or talkative. Maintains this standard in all forms of written communication, including email.
Compensation:
This position will start as an independent contractor but can become full time within 12 weeks dependent on both quality of work and skills exhibited.  As an independent, remuneration will range from $28-$40/hour dependent on qualifications.  All camera, lighting, and lenses will be provided by facility.
To apply for this position, please submit your demo/reel and resume to careers@spellbound.com.Job Description
Spellbound, Inc. is a leading new-media production company. Our mission is to tell stories that engage people through hearts and minds. We use the tools and technologies in the video production space to help achieve our vision: to create worlds so immersive that people find themselves within the compelling stories and shared creations. Spellbound is in Santa Clarita, CA, and works in conjunction with remote collaborators around the world.
About the team:
We are looking for a Camera Operator for one of our projects, a new media series that focusses on product reviews with comedic undertones.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following with excellence; other duties may be assigned.
- Works with the Chief Creative Officer and Executive Producers to develop the overall look and feel of videos.
- Enhances the visual style.
- Orders, maintains, and tests lighting and camera equipment.
- Assembles and sets up equipment.
- Plans, prepares and rehearses scenes.
- Creatively frames and captures action.
- Responds quickly to directions.
- Demo/Reel and resume should be submitted with application.
Our visual artists are expected to deliver cinematic/broadcast quality looks with emphasis on comedic tone and deliver quality results in a fast-paced environment.
Skills:
- Proven experience as camera operator
- Experience operating relevant equipment (cameras, cranes etc.)
- Must be well versed with current camera and technical equipment and post production processes
- Physical strength to carry heavy equipment and stamina
- Excellent color vision and hearing
- High school diploma; degree in film, media or relevant field is a plus
Competencies:
- Efficiency. Able to produce significant output with minimal wasted effort
- Attention to detail. Does not let important details slip through the cracks or derail a project.
- Calm under pressure. Maintains stable performance when under heavy pressure or stress, as well as the ability to think and act quickly.
- Creativity / Innovation. Generates new and innovative approaches to problems and has a unique visual esthetic.
- High Standards. Expects personal performance and team performance to be nothing short of the best.
- Openness to criticism and ideas. Often solicits feedback and reacts calmly to criticism or negative feedback.
- Communication. Speaks and writes clearly and articulately without being overly verbose or talkative. Maintains this standard in all forms of written communication, including email.
Compensation:
This position will start as an independent contractor but can become full time within 12 weeks dependent on both quality of work and skills exhibited.  As an independent, remuneration will range from $28-$40/hour dependent on qualifications.  All camera, lighting, and lenses will be provided by facility.
To be considered for this position, please submit your demo/reel and resume to careers@spellbound.com.
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POSITION SUMMARY:
The Assistant Videographer/Editor position requires skills in a high-volume production environment specializing in the final storytelling of a project. This position is primarily responsible for assisting in the filming and editing process for company video projects. This position requires a diverse knowledge of industry standard types of cameras and production equipment along with basic Avid editing skills. They will work closely with the Producers, Videographers and Editors on staff to ensure projects are completed on time and with the highest technical and aesthetic standards. They are responsible for maintaining the company’s production assets and working with the department production calendar so that equipment is ready for each project.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Support production staff with variety of projects using production gear including various models of cameras, lenses, tripods, and other gear related to shooting.
- Work with Production team to build sets for production needs.
- Assist with general duties.
- Maintaining production equipment before and after projects.
- Coordinate the tracking of all production assets.
- Assist with research and ordering of equipment.
- Support with reporting and tracking maintenance and repairs of production equipment.
- Ingest media into company’s archiving system and prepare media for Editors.
- Log footage and edit basic to intermediate level projects.
- Operate additional cameras as needed for production needs including live events.
- ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum Degree Required: Minimum college or trade school experience in production or similar field..
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of practical field experience working in multiple aspects of film and video production.
- Color grading at intermediate level.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:
- Thorough understanding of fishing, hunting, and other outdoor skills as required to best work with production team in outdoor recreation company.
- Strong work ethic. Outgoing personality with ability to interact within group of creative individuals in a dynamic and constantly changing environment. Willingness to react with short notice to changes in daily routine.
- Willing to travel as required – often locations require extensive driving and multiple night stays with early and late hours.
- Strong communication skills – able to understand direction and make themselves understood when communicating objectives for accomplishing story lines or goals of a production.
- Thorough knowledge of Avid non-linear editing systems, specifically the Avid Media Composer or similar.
- Strong working knowledge of various codecs, containers and file types used in today’s media environment.
- Able to work within a team environment including in the field or studio and in the post process, editing and finishing.
- Able to lift and carry heavy equipment in variety of terrain and conditions from very hot to very cold.
- Good driving record, able to secure Missouri Operator’s License Class E.
- Good organizational skills: able to keep multiple projects balanced at any one time
- Strong video resume required. This resume should demonstrate samples from all of the areas mentioned above.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- 25-30%
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Regularly performs computer work and sits.
- Occasionally walks and stands.
- Seldom/never lifts up to 50lbs.
INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:
- Performs duties within scope of general company policies, procedures, and objectives. Analyzes problems and performs needs assessments. Uses judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve desired result. Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices. Makes recommendations that affect policies, procedures, and practices.
Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Voluntary benefits
- 401k Retirement Savings
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- Bass Pro Cares Fund
- And more!
Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
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