B Camera Operator / Data Wrangler

Spawnpoint Media; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning environment

Experienced crew

Job summary

Spawnpoint Media, a Melbourne-based production company, is seeking a part-time assistant to support the Technical Lead/A Camera Operator on shoot days. The role focuses on camera operations, data wrangling, and pre-production planning for YouTube-style live-action content.

The ideal candidate is a recent graduate from RMIT, VCA, or Swinburne with hands-on camera experience (Sony FX3/FX30) and a solid grasp of YouTube sensibilities. Strong teamwork and CRM familiarity are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with a variety of cameras, especially Sony FX3 and FX30.
• Basic understanding of camera settings for handheld shoots.
• Understanding of YouTube sensibilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration in a busy studio.
• Good organizational skills and CRM familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to the Technical Lead / A Camera Operator on shoot days.
• Learn the studio setup and run technical days in the absence of the Technical Lead / A Camera Operator.
• Operate the 2nd camera on shoot days and assist with data wrangling.
• Support pre-production with brainstorming camera setups and equipment checks.
• Ensure data is captured and delivered to post-production.

Skills

Camera operation

Sony FX3

Sony FX30

CRM usage

YouTube sensibilities

Communication

Organization

Education

Graduate from RMIT/VCA/Swinburne

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Who We Are:

Spawnpoint Media is a production company of over 100 experts globally that bring joy through our live-action and gaming entertainment content, toys and digital products that reach millions of families worldwide.

Nurturing a passionate community of over 26 million followers, we've amassed more than 11 billion views. We strive to maintain the soul, love, joy, and personality of youth in our content and are committed to our mission of leaving a lasting impact on families across the globe.

What We Are Looking For:

We are looking for someone to join us 3 days per week, ongoing. This role is designed to provide support to the Technical Lead / “A” Camera Operator on shoot days and in the lead up to video production. You will have a general understanding of camera, lighting and sound set-up and execution. A recent graduate of RMIT, VCA, or Swinburne perhaps who has an understanding of the unique style & nuance of filming live action content for a YouTube channel. While cinematic cameras and other technical equipment are used, a YouTube sensibility and style are critical to success in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

Studio Operations/Shoot Days

• Provide assistance to the Technical Lead / A Camera Operator, where required, to ensure the appropriate technical delivery of a variety of productions with varying complexity.
• Learn the setup of the studio and prepare to run technical days in the absence of the Technical Lead / A Camera Operator.
• Operate the 2nd camera on shoot days and assist with the bump-out and wrangle of data.

Testing

• Test equipment, where required, in consultation with the Technical Lead / A Camera Operator and ensure that it is up-to-standard and will fulfil the requirements of a variety of video productions.

Data Wrangling & CRM Documentation

• Work with the Technical Lead / A Camera Operator to adequately wrangle data on shoot days, ensuring that it is delivered to the standards and requirements of the post-production team.
• Ensure that the required operations data is captured on respective CRM boards.

Pre-Production Support

• Brainstorm camera and technical setups with the Technical Lead / A Camera Operator and ensure equipment is adequately stored and ready-for-use on shoot days.

Requirements:

• Experience with a variety of cameras, especially Sony FX3 & Sony FX30
• A basic understanding of camera settings is critical and as the aforementioned cameras are largely handheld, a nimble and capable approach to a standard shoot day is required.
• Understanding of YouTube sensibilities and demonstrable experience to prove it
• Strong communication skills - this is a highly collaborative role within a busy studio environment
• Strong organisation skills - preferably using a CRM

Our Offer

We are offering the opportunity to work within a new media environment that is at the forefront of the modern home viewing experience. This is a learning environment too, & there’s opportunity to work with a very experienced crew.