Camera and Production Assistant / Post-Production Assistant

Position

Camera and Production Assistant / Post-Production Assistant

Who We Are

Since 2012, SandenWolff has created documentaries, promotional videos, podcasts and more for the art and architecture world in New York City and beyond. As a small team coming from a variety of backgrounds, we pride ourselves on being creative and adaptable, meeting the unique needs of each of our varied projects. Our clients include the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Museum of Modern Art, the Whitney Museum, the Morgan Library & Museum, New York Public Library, and many more.

Job Responsibilities

The role we’re seeking to fill is primarily a production position focused on gear management and assisting on set, with post-production responsibilities that aid the transition from production to post-production. This is an entry level position with room for growth.

• Prepping camera gear before each shoot
• Charging batteries before each shoot
• Maintaining production equipment / managing storage of equipment
• Storing/retrieving camera gear in preparation for upcoming shoots (sometimes early morning)
• Assisting with creating production schedules
• Assisting with creating other pre-production documents
• Assisting with coordinating travel (for out of town productions)

• Assisting with scouting and planning shoot-day logistics

• Driving production vehicle to and from shoots in and around New York City (must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record)
• Camera assisting
• Maintaining and organizing gear on set
• Charging batteries
• Monitoring cameras during interviews
• Some camera operating (as needed)

• Assisting with any production-related runs

• Creating production notes documents for editors
• Transcoding footage in Adobe Media Encoder
• Organizing footage and setting up project organization in Adobe Premiere Pro
• Creating, reformatting, and lightly proofing AI-generated transcripts
• Creating selects timelines of best footage
• Assisting with misc. post-production tasks as needed

A typical week will involve 2-3 days filming on location in production, with 2-3 days in pre-production/post-production, though that frequency will fluctuate depending on the time of year. All pre-production/post-production will be done remotely from home.

Hours for production days vary, but can start as early as 7:00am and end as late as 8:00pm (though production days rarely exceed 10-hours). Pre-production/post-production days start at 10:00am EST and end at 6:00pm EST, though these can be adjusted to maintain a 40-hour workweek (with occasional OT expected).

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a fast, multifaceted learner who wants to work in a small team and contribute in any way possible. A willingness to learn and a problem-solving mindset are key. An ability to change course quickly, find solutions, and maintain a positive outlook is essential, as is an interest in arts/culture given our client profile.

Additionally, this role will require working with many people, including clients, on-camera subjects, and staff at our client institutions. We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with others, collaborating with clients, and speaking with on-camera subjects as we all work toward a collective goal. Professionalism is essential on set, as is attentiveness and caution in sensitive filming environments like museums.

Required and Recommended Experience

• Camera assistant or production assistant experience is preferred but not required
• Camera operating experience, or the ability to operate modern DSLR video camera equipment, is preferred but not required
• Customer service experience is preferred but not required
• Must have a valid drivers license, clean driving record, and be willing to drive a production vehicle
• Must be able to store gear safely at home (up to three small camera trunks)
• Must have reliable internet connection at home and the ability to work from home

Compensation & Benefits

This is a non-exempt full-time salaried position (40/hr week), with paid overtime expected on occasion. Starting salary for this position is $62,500T

Benefits include:

• Health insurance
• Dental / Vision insurance
• PTO (10 days)
• 401K

Pay: From $62,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10001