1st AC, Music Video (October 2026)

BlockReel; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch provided

Snacks provided

Craft services on set

Job summary

BlockReel in Los Angeles is seeking a skilled 1st Assistant Camera for an upcoming music video project. You will pull sharp focus, manage camera equipment including lenses and accessories, and assist the DP in all camera department operations.

Applicants should have demonstrable experience as a 1st AC, preferably with music video or commercial work. A strong reel showcasing focus pulling is required; own follow focus system and basic lens cleaning kit are needed.

Qualifications

• Experience as 1st AC on music videos or commercials.
• Must have own follow focus system.
• Own basic lens cleaning kit.
• Strong reel demonstrating focus pulling required.
• Willing to work 10–12 hour days for a 1–2 day shoot, mid-October 2026.
• Lunch, snacks and craft services provided on set.

Responsibilities

• Pull sharp focus during shoots.
• Manage camera equipment, lenses and accessories.
• Assist DP in all camera department operations.
• Ensure the camera package is prepped and ready on set.
• Maintain on-set workflow and efficiency.

Skills

Follow focus operation

Camera equipment management

Cinema prime lenses

Wireless video systems

Focus pulling

Music video experience

Own follow focus system

Job description

An independent production is seeking a skilled 1st Assistant Camera for an upcoming music video project. This is a high-energy, visually driven track blending pop and hyperpop genres, with a vibrant, neon-drenched aesthetic that promises exciting creative opportunities. We're aiming for a dynamic, stylized look that complements the song's upbeat tempo. Key responsibilities include pulling sharp focus, managing camera equipment (including lenses and accessories), and assisting the DP in all camera department operations. You will be instrumental in maintaining the workflow and ensuring the camera package is prepped and ready. Applicants should have demonstrable experience as a 1st AC, ideally with music video or commercial work. Please have your own follow focus system and basic lens cleaning kit. Experience with cinema prime lenses and wireless video systems is a plus. A strong reel showcasing your focus pulling abilities is required. We anticipate a 1-2 day shoot, likely occurring in mid-October 2026, with 10-12 hour days. A prep day might also be required. Specific dates are TBD but will be communicated well in advance. Lunch, snacks, and craft services will be provided on set. This is an excellent opportunity to collaborate on a fun, independent project in the Los Angeles area.

Budget Range

TBD