Video Operator

Universal Music Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Well-being reimbursements up to $720/year

Flexible paid time off

401(k) with immediate vesting

Generous paid parental leave

Job summary

Universal Music Group is seeking a Video Operator / Shooter to capture high-quality video content for various productions. The role involves operating camera systems, collaborating with creative directors, and ensuring technical accuracy during shoots.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in content production and a passion for visual storytelling. Join us to bring creative projects to life while enjoying comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience operating cameras within content production.
• Strong understanding of camera systems, lenses, lighting, and audio capture.
• Ability to work effectively in fast‑paced production environments.

Responsibilities

• Capture video content across various formats.
• Operate camera systems to meet production requirements.
• Support lighting setup to achieve desired visual outcomes.

Skills

Camera operation

Lighting setup

Collaboration

Video editing

Attention to detail

Job description

Role Overview

The Video Operator / Shooter is responsible for capturing high-quality video content across studio, location, ecommerce, campaign, and social productions. Combining strong technical expertise with a creative eye, this role ensures footage is captured efficiently, consistently, and in alignment with creative direction and production requirements.

Working closely with the Content Production team, this role supports all stages of production execution, from equipment preparation and on‑set operations to media management and handoff into post‑production workflows.

How You’ll Create

• Capture video content across studio, location, campaign, ecommerce, and social productions
• Operate cinema, mirrorless, and production camera systems to meet creative and technical requirements
• Execute creative direction provided by Content Creative Directors and Production leads
• Collaborate with Producers to ensure efficient shoot execution and schedule adherence
• Support lighting setup and camera positioning to achieve desired visual outcomes
• Work alongside photographers and content teams to support integrated content capture
• Ensure technical accuracy including focus, exposure, framing, color consistency, and media management
• Manage camera, lens, monitoring, and support equipment during productions
• Maintain equipment readiness, organization, and inventory standards
• Assist with pre‑production planning, technical preparation, and shoot logistics
• Support multi‑camera, live, and fast‑turnaround production environments when required
• Organize and prepare footage for post‑production workflows and asset delivery
• Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency and content quality
• Maintain a strong understanding of emerging production technologies, tools, and industry best practices

Bring Your Vibe

• 3‑5 years experience operating cameras within content production, ecommerce, music, entertainment, agency, or brand environments
• Strong understanding of camera systems, lenses, lighting, audio capture, and production workflows
• Experience capturing content across multiple formats including campaign, social, product, lifestyle, and branded content
• Ability to work effectively in fast‑paced production environments while maintaining attention to detail
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Comfortable working across multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Understanding of post‑production workflows and asset management processes
• Passion for visual storytelling, music, culture, and digital content
• Ability to solve problems quickly and remain calm under pressure
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute wherever needed to achieve the best creative outcome

Success Looks Like

• Consistently capturing technically excellent footage
• Supporting efficient and productive shoot environments
• Delivering assets that meet creative and production standards
• Contributing to seamless collaboration across production and creative teams
• Maintaining readiness and reliability across all production activities

Perks Playlist

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 100% coverage for out‑patient in‑network mental health services
• Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants
• Well‑being reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and much more (up to $720/year)
• Student loan repayment assistance and tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution
• Flexible paid time off (PTO) for exempt employees
• 3‑weeks PTO for non‑exempt employees
• 2‑weeks paid winter break
• 10 company holidays (including Juneteenth and Well‑being Day)
• Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
• Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Disclaimer

This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.

Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an E‑Verify employer in Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah.

We are not enrolled in E‑Verify in California and New York, and cannot support employment of candidates whose employer must enroll in E‑Verify, for example candidates on STEM‑OPT.