Video Production Assistant Jobs

About Slow Clap

Slow Clap is a San Francisco-based video production company specializing in visual storytelling and documentary-style branded videos. We partner with corporations, nonprofits and government agencies to bring their brand stories to life through compelling video content for the web, mobile and social media. We are a small company with a strong commitment to creating a work environment where everyone learns from each other, and where all ideas and perspectives are welcome. We are the recipient of the 2018 Better Business Bureau Torch Award for ethics in business practice.

Job Summary

The Camera & Post-production Assistant will be responsible for assisting the Post-production Manager and Camera Equipment Manager with gear prepping, organization, management and repair, as well as assisting in media management of footage, helping to maintain the post-production server, and archiving projects.

The Camera and Post-production Assistant will also be on set assisting in transportation, build and breakdown of camera and grip equipment.

We are looking for someone with an interest and some experience in both on set production and post-production, with an eagerness to learn and grow.

This is a part-time position.

Roles and Responsibilities

Candidates should be creative, well-organized self-starters. Expect to work with a small team and wear several different hats.

• Assist in management of camera and grip equipment, including cleaning, organization, and repairs
• Assist in media management for individual projects including media offloading and duplication, footage syncing, footage organizing, and archiving
• Prepare camera and grip equipment for use on set
• Assist in transportation and use of equipment as well as driving a small grip van
• Help maintain the post-production server while upholding project standards and processes

Requirements

• Sound judgment as well as the ability to think creatively and strategically
• Ability to thrive in a fast, client-serving environment where every challenge and every day is different and deadline-driven
• Experience working on video projects
• Excellent organizational skills
• Proactive approach to assuming responsibility for deliverables and moving team goals forward
• Drivers’ license and comfort driving a cargo van
• Ability to lift, carry, and push heavy video and lighting equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in Adobe Creative Cloud, especially Adobe Premiere
• Experience managing projects in Slack, Frame.io, and Vimeo
• Bachelor’s degree in video production or related field

Application Process

Applicants should send an email with a well-written one-page cover letter, resume and CV with the title “Production Assistant Applicant.”

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25/hr

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Occasional weekends
• Three or more days per week, depending on client projects

Experience:

• Production Assistant: 6 months (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Location:

• Oakland, CA (Required)

Work authorization:

• United States (Required)

Company's website:

• Http://slowclap.com

Company's Facebook page:

• Http://facebook.com/slowclapprod