Freelance Producer/ Camera Operator

MEAWW; United States; À distance; USD 83 000 - 124 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Scale Content Inc. is seeking experienced freelance Producer / Camera Operators to produce and capture original editorial content for entertainment, news, and special events. Assignments include celebrity interviews, red carpets, premieres, festivals, live events, and on-location shoots.

You will independently produce, shoot, light, record audio, and deliver broadcast-quality content in fast-paced environments, collaborating with hosts, talent, studios, and publicists.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in television/digital media/entertainment production.
• Strong producing, interviewing, and storytelling skills.
• Excellent camera operating, lighting, and audio recording experience.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven production environments.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision.
• Available to work evenings, weekends, and travel as assignments require.

Responsabilités

• Produce and manage field productions from pre-production through wrap.
• Coordinate production with hosts to prep interviews and ensure smooth on-camera execution.
• Direct talent on location.
• Operate professional camera systems and capture broadcast-quality video.
• Record clean, professional audio using wireless microphones and field recording equipment.
• Set up lighting for interviews and field productions.
• Capture interviews, B-roll, and supporting footage.
• Ensure exceptional video and audio quality throughout production.
• Troubleshoot technical issues in the field.
• Work efficiently under tight deadlines and changing production schedules.
• Represent Scale Content professionally with talent, studios, publicists, and production partners.

Connaissances

Producing, interviewing, storytelling

Camera operation

Lighting and audio

Communication and problem solving

Independent work

Evenings/weekends travel availability

Outils

4K camera

Wireless microphone system

Field recorder/mixer

LED lighting kit

Tripod/Monopod

Media cards/batteries

Description du poste

This is a remote position. Freelance Producer / Camera Operator Locations: Los Angeles, New York City, and Washington, D.C.

About Us

Scale Content Inc. is an established U.S.-based digital media company with more than 10 years of experience building and operating media brands. We own a diverse portfolio of digital properties with a strong presence across web, video, and social platforms. Our editorial, production, audience development, partnerships, and publishing teams work together to strengthen our brands and deliver engaging content to audiences worldwide. Website: About the Role

About the Role

Scale Content is seeking experienced freelance Producer / Camera Operators to produce and capture original editorial content for entertainment, news, and special event coverage. Assignments include celebrity interviews, red carpets, press junkets, premieres, film festivals, live events, and on-location productions. This is a hands‑on field production role for professionals who can independently produce, shoot, light, record audio, and deliver broadcast‑quality content in fast‑paced environments.

• Produce and manage field productions from pre‑production through wrap.
• Work closely with hosts to prepare interviews, coordinate production, and ensure smooth on‑camera execution.
• Direct talent on location.
• Operate professional camera systems and capture broadcast‑quality video.
• Record clean, professional audio using wireless microphones and field recording equipment.
• Set up lighting for interviews and field productions.
• Capture interviews, B‑roll, and supporting footage.
• Ensure exceptional video and audio quality throughout production.
• Troubleshoot technical issues in the field.
• Work efficiently under tight deadlines and changing production schedules.
• Represent Scale Content professionally with talent, studios, publicists, and production partners.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in television, digital media, documentary, news, or entertainment production.
• Strong producing, interviewing, and storytelling skills.
• Excellent camera operating, lighting, and audio recording experience.
• Ability to thrive in fast‑paced, deadline‑driven production environments.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision.
• Available to work evenings, weekends, and travel as assignments require.

Equipment Requirements

• Professional 4K camera and lenses
• Wireless microphone system
• Professional audio recorder and/or field mixer
• Portable LED lighting kit
• Tripod and/or monopod
• Media cards, batteries, and production accessories