Camera Operator The Antwi Group

The Antwi Group; Pocono, Northern (ID, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Antwi Group is seeking a creative and technically skilled Videographer/Camera Operator to join our Content & Media Production team in the Pocono region. You will capture professional video content for a variety of productions, from interviews and events to promotional material and social content.

You will work under the direction of the Director/Manager of Content & Media Production and the Producer/Production Manager to understand project objectives, review briefs, and select equipment.

Qualifications

• Degree, diploma, certificate, or equivalent in Film, Cinematography or related field preferred.
• Professional experience operating video cameras.
• Strong understanding of camera settings and exposure.
• Strong composition and visual storytelling abilities.
• Ability to work with production crews and talent.

Responsibilities

• Operate professional video cameras during assigned productions.
• Capture high-quality video according to approved creative and technical requirements.
• Work with producers and creative personnel to understand project objectives.
• Review scripts, storyboards, shot lists, and production briefs before shoots.
• Prepare camera equipment before production.
• Select appropriate cameras, lenses, support equipment, and accessories.
• Configure resolution, frame rate, shutter, exposure, white balance, picture profiles, and other camera settings.
• Maintain consistent exposure, focus, composition, and image quality.
• Set up and operate tripods, monopods, stabilizers, sliders, and other approved camera-support systems.
• Assist with lighting setup when assigned.
• Coordinate with Audio Engineering or production-sound personnel regarding audio requirements.
• Monitor recordings during production for technical problems.
• Capture interviews, performances, events, promotional material, and other assigned content.
• Follow approved shot lists while identifying additional useful coverage when appropriate.
• Capture establishing shots, detail shots, B-roll, and other supporting footage.
• Maintain organized camera media throughout production.
• Label and transfer recorded media according to established procedures.
• Verify recorded media before cards or storage devices are cleared for reuse.
• Coordinate footage handoff to post-production personnel.
• Maintain production notes when required.
• Assist with camera-equipment inventory and maintenance.
• Report damaged, malfunctioning, or missing equipment promptly.
• Maintain professional behavior around artists, clients, employees, talent, and production partners.
• Follow company confidentiality, safety, and production procedures.
• Protect unreleased footage and other confidential media.

Skills

Camera operation

Lighting knowledge

Composition

Visual storytelling

Team collaboration

Education

Degree or equivalent in Film/Cinematography/Video Production

Tools

Sony/Canon/Panasonic/Blackmagic/RED/ARRI cameras

Gimbal operation

DaVinci Resolve

Adobe Premiere Pro

Job description

The Antwi Group is seeking a creative, technically skilled, and dependable Videographer / Camera Operator to join our Content & Media Production Department.

Working under the direction of the Director / Manager of Content & Media Production and Producer / Production Manager, the Videographer / Camera Operator will capture professional video content for The Antwi Group and its businesses.

Projects may include promotional videos, artist content, interviews, social media content, corporate media, music-related productions, events, behind-the-scenes content, advertising materials, recruitment media, and other approved productions.

The successful candidate should possess strong camera-operating abilities, knowledge of composition and lighting, technical understanding of professional video equipment, creative visual judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively as part of a production team.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate professional video cameras during assigned productions.
• Capture high-quality video according to approved creative and technical requirements.
• Work with producers and creative personnel to understand project objectives.
• Review scripts, storyboards, shot lists, and production briefs before shoots.
• Prepare camera equipment before production.
• Select appropriate cameras, lenses, support equipment, and accessories.
• Configure resolution, frame rate, shutter, exposure, white balance, picture profiles, and other camera settings.
• Maintain consistent exposure, focus, composition, and image quality.
• Set up and operate tripods, monopods, stabilizers, sliders, and other approved camera-support systems.
• Assist with lighting setup when assigned.
• Coordinate with Audio Engineering or production-sound personnel regarding audio requirements.
• Monitor recordings during production for technical problems.
• Capture interviews, performances, events, promotional material, and other assigned content.
• Follow approved shot lists while identifying additional useful coverage when appropriate.
• Capture establishing shots, detail shots, B-roll, and other supporting footage.
• Maintain organized camera media throughout production.
• Label and transfer recorded media according to established procedures.
• Verify recorded media before cards or storage devices are cleared for reuse.
• Coordinate footage handoff to post-production personnel.
• Maintain production notes when required.
• Assist with camera-equipment inventory and maintenance.
• Report damaged, malfunctioning, or missing equipment promptly.
• Maintain professional behavior around artists, clients, employees, talent, and production partners.
• Follow company confidentiality, safety, and production procedures.
• Protect unreleased footage and other confidential media.

Camera Operation

The Videographer / Camera Operator should be comfortable working with:

• Cinema cameras
• Mirrorless cameras
• Professional video cameras
• DSLR-style production cameras
• Interchangeable lenses
• Tripods
• Monopods
• Gimbals and stabilizers
• Sliders
• External monitors
• Camera cages and rigs
• Media cards and storage devices
• Batteries and power systems
• Other approved camera equipment

Specific equipment may vary according to the requirements of individual productions.

Cinematography & Composition

The position requires a strong understanding of:

• Composition
• Framing
• Camera angles
• Camera movement
• Exposure
• Focus
• Depth of field
• Lens selection
• White balance
• Frame rates
• Shutter settings
• Dynamic range
• Visual continuity
• Color consistency
• Visual storytelling

The Videographer / Camera Operator should understand how technical camera decisions affect the creative appearance of finished content.

Lighting

Depending on the production, the Videographer / Camera Operator may assist with or perform lighting activities involving:

• Interviews
• Corporate content
• Artist content
• Product photography/video
• Promotional content
• Studio productions
• Location productions
• Events

Knowledge of basic and intermediate lighting concepts is expected.

More complex lighting setups may involve dedicated lighting personnel.

Production Types

Assignments may include:

• Artist interviews
• Executive interviews
• Employee interviews
• Promotional videos
• Music-related content
• Music videos
• Social media content
• Vertical short-form video
• Corporate videos
• Recruitment content
• Behind-the-scenes footage
• Events
• Live performances
• Studio sessions
• Brand content
• Product or service content
• Documentary-style content
• Partner or client productions
• Other approved projects

Interview Production

For interviews, responsibilities may include:

• Camera placement
• Lens selection
• Framing
• Exposure
• Focus
• Lighting coordination
• Monitoring image quality
• Capturing secondary angles
• Capturing B-roll

The Videographer / Camera Operator should coordinate closely with audio personnel to ensure video and sound requirements are appropriately addressed.

Media Management

Recorded footage represents valuable company and project assets.

The Videographer / Camera Operator will follow established procedures for:

• Media-card labeling
• File organization
• Camera-file naming
• Footage transfer
• Backup verification
• Storage
• Project organization
• Media handoff
• Archiving

Recorded media should never be deleted until authorized personnel confirm that required copies and backups have been successfully created.

Equipment Care

The Videographer / Camera Operator may be responsible for company equipment including:

• Cameras
• Lenses
• Monitors
• Tripods
• Stabilizers
• Lighting
• Batteries
• Chargers
• Media cards
• Filters
• Cables
• Cases
• Other production accessories

Equipment should be handled professionally, stored securely, and returned to its designated location after production.

Production Safety

The Videographer / Camera Operator must follow appropriate safety practices when operating cameras and production equipment.

Specialized activities involving:

• Vehicles
• Drones
• Rigging
• Elevated camera positions
• Electrical systems
• Specialized mounts
• Hazardous environments

should only be performed when appropriately authorized and by personnel with the necessary qualifications, training, and approvals.

Cross-Department Collaboration

The Videographer / Camera Operator may work with:

Producer / Production Manager — schedules, shot requirements, and production logistics.

Video Editor / Post-Production Specialist — footage organization and technical requirements.

Photographer — coordinated visual coverage.

Audio Engineering — production audio and recording requirements.

Graphic Design — visual branding and graphics requirements.

Marketing — campaign objectives.

Social Media — platform-specific content requirements.

Legal & Business Affairs — releases, permissions, and usage requirements.

Operations & Administration — locations, facilities, and production logistics.

Qualifications

• Degree, diploma, certificate, professional training, or equivalent practical experience in Film, Cinematography, Video Production, Media Production, Broadcasting, or a related field preferred.
• Professional or substantial practical experience operating video cameras.
• Strong understanding of camera settings and exposure.
• Strong composition and visual-storytelling abilities.
• Understanding of lenses and focal lengths.
• Knowledge of lighting fundamentals.
• Ability to maintain accurate focus and exposure.
• Understanding of professional video formats and frame rates.
• Ability to work effectively with production crews and talent.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to follow creative and technical direction.
• Ability to work under production deadlines.
• Ability to safely transport and handle production equipment.

Preferred Skills

Experience in one or more of the following is highly desirable:

• Cinematography
• Camera operation
• Sony, Canon, Panasonic, Blackmagic, RED, ARRI, or comparable camera systems
• Gimbal operation
• Studio lighting
• Location lighting
• Interview production
• Music-video production
• Live-event production
• Commercial production
• Social media production
• Log or RAW recording workflows
• Color-management workflows
• DaVinci Resolve
• Adobe Premiere Pro
• Basic video editing
• Media management

Portfolio Expectations

Applicants may be asked to provide a demo reel or video portfolio demonstrating:

• Camera operation
• Composition
• Lighting
• Camera movement
• Interview work
• Creative storytelling
• Production quality

Applicants should clearly identify their role on collaborative productions when submitting portfolio materials.

Professional Expectations

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Creativity
• Technical competence
• Professionalism
• Reliability
• Preparation
• Attention to detail
• Respect for equipment
• Collaboration
• Adaptability
• Respect for production schedules

Career Development

A potential career path may include:

Videographer / Camera Operator → Senior Videographer / Cinematographer → Director of Photography → Senior Production Leadership

Employees may also develop toward producing, directing, editing, or other media-production specialties depending on their skills and professional development.

Confidentiality

The Videographer / Camera Operator may have access to unreleased music, artist performances, interviews, executive communications, campaigns, products, projects, and other confidential materials.

Footage must not be copied, uploaded, posted, shared, or used for personal portfolios without appropriate authorization.

Location

Poconos, Pennsylvania

The position may involve studio-based work, office-based productions, indoor and outdoor locations, events, live performances, travel, and other approved production environments.

Production schedules may require early mornings, evenings, weekends, travel, or irregular hours depending on project requirements.

Employment Type

Full Time

Department

Content & Media Production

Reports To

Director / Manager of Content & Media Production / Producer / Production Manager

About The Antwi Group

The Antwi Group is a growing organization operating across creative, entertainment, media, and related business sectors. Our teams bring together creative talent, technical expertise, management, financial discipline, technology, production, operations, and business development to build projects and opportunities designed for long-term growth.

The Antwi Group is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law.