Camera Operator

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**Position Purpose:**

The Studio Camera Operator / Content Capture Specialist manages execution of all video capture and technical production within the in-store studio environment.

This role is responsible for filming product-focused short-form content, ensuring all footage meets technical and creative standards, and managing media from capture through delivery to post-production. The role partners closely with the Producer / On-Camera Presenter, store associates, and editing teams to ensure content is captured, organized, and delivered on time and to spec.

This role requires a highly detail-oriented, technically skilled associate who takes ownership of execution, troubleshoots in real time, and operates efficiently in a fast-paced retail environment.

**Key Responsibilities:**

**60% Video Capture & Technical Execution**

* Operates cinema cameras and mobile devices (including iPhone) to capture high-quality video content
* Ensures proper camera settings including frame rates, resolution, white balance, exposure, and audio capture
* Frames shots intentionally to support storytelling and allow space for graphics, text, and platform needs
* Captures both horizontal and vertical formats to support omni-channel and social-first content
* Sets up and maintains camera, lighting, and basic audio equipment
* Troubleshoots technical issues quickly to minimize disruption during shoots
* Ensures all footage meets defined technical and creative standards
* Maintains equipment readiness and monitors performance during production

**25% Media Management & Asset Delivery**

* Manages all captured footage including labeling, organizing, and version control
* Ensures files are properly formatted and aligned to post-production specifications
* Delivers and transfers media to Store Support Center teams in a timely manner
* Maintains backups and ensures integrity of all recorded assets
* Supports editor needs by ensuring clean, usable, and properly structured footage

**10% Production Support & Coordination**

* Partners with Producer / On-Camera Presenter to execute shoots efficiently
* Aligns to shot lists, framing needs, and creative direction
* Supports coordination with store associates and on-site stakeholders during filming
* Helps maintain production flow to meet timelines and deliverables
* Maintains strong working relationships with store associates

**5% Workflow Optimization**

* Supports development of standardized capture workflows and technical guidelines
* Identifies opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and speed
* Contributes to documenting best practices for scalable in-store production

**Direct Manager/Direct Reports:**

* This Position typically reports to the Studio Producer
* This Position has 0 Direct Reports

**Travel Requirements:**

* Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

**Physical Requirements:**

* Must continuously stand or walk or regularly requires lifting/handling/carrying material or equipment of moderate weight (8-20 pounds).

**Working Conditions:**

* Located in a comfortable indoor area. Conditions could produce mild discomfort on occasion.

**Minimum Qualifications:**

* Must be 18 years of age or older
* Must be legally permitted to work in the United States

**Preferred Qualifications:**

* Experience operating cinema cameras and video production equipment
* Proficiency capturing content on mobile devices (iPhone) for social-first formats
* Strong understanding of video specs (frame rates, resolution, codecs, lighting, audio basics)
* Experience with media management and file organization best practices
* Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot technical issues in real time
* Strong attention to detail and execution
* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
* Strong communication and collaboration skills
* Experience in retail, content production, or studio environments preferred

**Minimum Education:**

* The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.

**Minimum Years of Work Experience:**

* 5

**Preferred Years of Work Experience:**

* 7

**Minimum Leadership Experience:**

* No previous leadership experience

**Preferred Leadership Experience:**

* No previous leadership experience

**Certifications:**

* None

**Competencies:**

* Collaborates
* Plans and Aligns
* Balances Stakeholders
* Communicates Effectively
* Customer Focus
* Drives Results
* Strategic Mindset

**For California, Colorado, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Nevada, New York City, Ithaca (NY), Westchester County (NY), and Washington residents:**

The pay range for this position is between $80,000.00 - $130,000.00