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 [email protected].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 [email protected].
Spellbound Inc.
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