Junior Camera Assistant

Gravity Media Group; High Wycombe; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Gravity Media are looking for a Junior Camera Assistant to join our fantastic team in the Outside Broadcast sector in High Wycombe. Initially you will work with specialist camera systems on Premier League football and will expand to a wide range of Gravity Media projects, operating cameras on live events with a positive attitude and strong communication.

You must have a full UK driving licence, be willing to travel extensively and able to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• A full, clean UK driving licence and confidence driving vans.
• Passion for cameras and outside broadcast.
• Logical problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Willingness to learn new camera systems.

Responsibilities

• Preparing specialist camera equipment at our High Wycombe base.
• Driving company vehicles to site.
• Rigging, operating and fault-finding specialist camera equipment on site as part of a small team.
• Completing and submitting reports after each job.
• Basic maintenance of equipment, including cameras, lenses, remote heads and OB vehicles.

Job description

Gravity Media deliver an unparalleled range of media services and solutions to clients worldwide utilising outside broadcast trucks, fly-packs and studios spanning the United Kingdom, ROI, Europe, the Middle East, the United States and Australia offering market-leading broadcast, technology, production, and post-production solutions across many of the world’s most-watched live events and entertainment programmes.

OUR PEOPLE

We have a passion for problem solving and thoughtful innovation and recognise our collective differences play a huge role our success. Our teams are talented, passionate, dedicated, take pride in their work and support each other. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to attracting and developing talent, empowered through an inclusive culture. All suitably qualified applicants will be considered regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, religion, and age.

LEADERSHIP BEHAVIOURS

We hold high expectations of our leaders and managers who are responsible for driving the success of our people and the organisation. Our managers give clear communication, lead by example and feed back to foster growth and development of their team members. Management excellence is essential to the company’s success, and effective leadership requires a combination of interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, and a commitment to providing a positive and productive work environment.

COMMITMENT TO EQUALITY

Gravity Media is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome a diverse range of applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

A BRIEF SUMMARY

Gravity Media are looking for a Junior Camera Assistant to join our fantastic team in the Outside Broadcast sector.

Initially, the role will mainly involve working with specialist camera systems on Premier League football. As your skills and knowledge develop you will begin to work across a wide range of Gravity Media projects and operate cameras on a variety of sports and live events. You’ll need strong technical knowledge, a positive attitude and excellent communication skills.

The work includes driving operational vehicles to venues as well as rigging, positioning, operating and fault-finding camera equipment. You’ll need a full driving licence, a willingness to travel extensively and to be comfortable working evenings and weekends.

We’re looking for a logical thinker with a “can do” attitude who wants to build a career in Outside Broadcast.

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

• Preparing specialist camera equipment at our High Wycombe base
• Driving company vehicles to site
• Rigging, operating and fault-finding specialist camera equipment on site as part of a small team
• Completing and submitting reports after each job
• Basic maintenance of equipment, including cameras, lenses, remote heads and OB vehicles

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• A full, clean UK driving licence and confidence driving vans
• A passion for cameras and outside broadcast
• A logical approach to problem-solving
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow technical instructions accurately
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A willingness to learn new camera systems

Some experience of outside broadcasts and / or of broadcast cameras, lenses and related equipment would be advantageous, however full training will be provided.

You must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship to apply for this role.

THIS ROLE IS FOR YOU IF YOU

• Demonstrate Trust by acting with integrity, accountability, and transparency