Camera Operator — Live Production Job at The Valentino Group, New York, NY

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  • The Valentino Group
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Camera Operator Live Production

Position Title: Camera Operator Live Production
Location: Manhattan New York City
Pay Rate: $40 per hour
Employment Type: Freelance / Contract
Start Date: Immediate
Work Schedule: Flexible hours based on production needs

Position Overview

Our client is seeking professional reliable and experienced Camera Operators based in or near Manhattan to support live productions interviews street-level content and high-energy media shoots throughout New York City.

This role is ideal for a videographer or camera operator who is comfortable working in fast-paced real-time production environments similar to live events sports coverage broadcast media and street reporting.

The selected candidate will work closely with producers on-site crew members and talent to capture high-quality footage in dynamic Manhattan locations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate professional video cameras during live shoots interviews and production assignments.
  • Capture street footage live production scenes interviews and event-style content.
  • Work closely with producers directors talent and on-site production staff.
  • Ensure all footage is clear stable properly framed and production-ready.
  • Maintain and handle camera equipment professionally.
  • Adapt quickly to changing locations schedules and public filming environments.
  • Support the production team in creating high-quality visual content.

Required Qualifications

  • Must own or have access to a professional camera such as Sony Canon Blackmagic or similar.
  • Prior experience in videography live production event coverage media production or related work.
  • Must be located in or near Manhattan NYC.
  • Strong communication skills and professional reliability.
  • Ability to work flexible hours including evenings or weekends as needed.
  • Comfortable filming in busy fast-moving public environments.
  • Ability to take direction and work effectively with a production team.

Preferred Experience

  • Experience with live broadcasting sports-style coverage street interviews or event production.
  • Strong portfolio or reel demonstrating previous camera work.
  • Familiarity with audio lighting and basic production setup.
  • Experience working with media companies content creators or live production teams.

Compensation

  • $40 per hour
  • Consistent work opportunities available based on reliability quality of work and production needs.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is dependable experienced and confident operating professional camera equipment in fast-paced environments. They should be able to capture clean high-quality footage while staying flexible alert and professional during live or street-level productions.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Contract work, Freelance, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Afternoon shift

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