Stop Motion Camera Operator

Job Description

Stop Motion Camera Operator (Crossing Swords)

Stop-motion Camera Operator & Lighting Technician

Show: Crossing Swords

Responsible for the installation and removal of cameras and temporary electrical power systems, lighting control systems and lighting instruments necessary for the making of stop-motion productions. Candidates must be able to control still cameras with a high degree of operational and technical knowledge. This role reports directly into the show's Line Producers (LPs).

Responsibilities:
• Setting up cameras, lenses & tripods as required for stop-motion stages
• Lining up camera framing with appropriate lenses for shots based on animatic guide provided
• Setting up lighting equipment for each stop-motion stage
• Rigging and hanging backings on stages as required (i.e. sky rags)
• Ensuring all camera and lighting equipment is in working order and carrying out tests
• Maintaining equipment and equipment inventory
• Other tasks as required

Requirements:
• Two years' experience in a similar role is preferred
• This position will require physical mobility: sitting, standing, walking, bending at waist, stooping with back and knees, concurrently bending or squatting, or kneeling (with one or both knees on floor), climbing stairs and ladders will be required
• This person must have the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Techs will frequently wear tool belts with a large variety of tools and a walkie-talkie attached, which can weigh as much as 12-15 lbs.

Additional Details:

This is a non-union position.
*Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics

* Sony Pictures - CA - Culver City Area & Studios

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-roeoo2-3-144-36-141-42 in your application.