Media Equipment Specialist

Job Description

WHO ARE YOU?
Do you enjoy dance music? Do you excel with media equipment? Then you're in luck! We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who embodies both a passion for dance culture and a love of film gear. Is this you? Read on…

THE ROLE
Insomniac is looking for an AC to provide gear management, camera prep and on-site assistance at various event locations. This position will report to the Technical Producer. This is not a remote position and will be based in the Calabasas, CA office.
RESPONSIBILITIES
In-House Gear management (AC)
• Maintain proper inventory of all Insomniac Rave-Mart media gear
• Properly check-in gear to internal employees and all other business partners
• Maintain gear with yearly full inventory
• Properly inspect gear upon return
• Coordinate cleaning and repairs as needed
• Package and prep gear for internal shoots, on-site shoots and commercial shoots
• Organize Rave-Mart gear room and Rave-Mart storage
• Breakdown new gear requests to determine rental vs purchase needs
• Host vendors needing space for gear prep
• Maintain good relationships with partner rental houses
On-Site AC (Assistant Camera)
• Set up and manage the Film Department on-site, ensuring all gear is ready for production
• Assist with the setup of Social, Photo, and Sponsor departments
• Collaborate with DIT and IT teams to ensure camera data and information is aligned
• Work closely with the Director of Photography (DP) and Camera Supervisor on camera and lighting settings
• Support a media team of up to 250 people
• Help film team with technical camera, lighting, and rigging needs
• Partner with DIT and Field Producers to ensure timely media delivery
• Safeguard and secure all media gear during on-site production
• Coordinate tear-down and pack up of Film, Social, and Photo departments after the event
• Report and address any gear issues promptly
• Assist with loading and unloading gear from trucks
• Contribute to other technical projects as identified
QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's degree in Film or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in camera prep, preferably in AC or rental house settings
• Strong understanding of inventory management systems
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• In-depth knowledge of modern cinema cameras and film/photography mediums
• Familiarity with non-linear video editing software
• Experience properly loading and securing gear in film vans/trucks
• Prior experience working on set (Film/TV commercials)
• Experience with live events or festivals is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks
• Must be able to work nights and weekends and travel (economy) overnight/weekends
• Ability to travel is required (economy)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels & busy environments in dynamic work locations
• May work in drastic temperature climates while on site at events
• Must be willing to travel to work during holidays, evening and weekend hours, as required, to meet deadlines
• Must be able to continuously stand or walk
• Must be able to bend, squat, climb stairs and lift frequently
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
• May occasionally walk on slippery or uneven surfaces
Applicants for employment in the US must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Insomniac for a visa.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We aspire to build teams that reflect and support the fans and artists we serve. Every day we aim to promote environments where everyone can be themselves, contribute fully, and thrive within our company and at our events. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with.
Insomniac strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, intersectionality, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-k2bnkk-216-73-216-22-42 in your application.