Videographer & Studio Manager

Tax Alchemy; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Dennis Media Group is seeking a highly capable Senior Videographer & Studio Manager to lead day-to-day production in the Irvine studio and collaborate closely with Karlton Dennis and the media team. This role goes beyond filming, encompassing studio operations, calendar management, and travel productions to deliver high-quality content across formats.

The candidate must be technically proficient, highly organized, and comfortable working with top-tier talent in a fast-paced environment, with

Qualifications

• Significant professional videography and production experience.
• Strong experience with Sony professional camera systems (FX3/FX6/A7S III).
• Advanced understanding of camera settings, lighting, and audio.
• Experience with multi-camera productions and podcasts.
• Proven organizational and file-management skills.
• Experience working with talent and high-level personalities.

Responsibilities

• Own the day-to-day production environment and studio readiness.
• Film high-quality content across studio, location, and travel shoots.
• Manage podcast studio operations, equipment, and schedule.
• Coordinate with talent, editors, and leadership to keep production moving.
• Maintain production calendars, checklists, and workflows.
• Ensure proper file management and backups.

Skills

Studio management

Multi-camera production

Video editing & color

Notion/Slack/Frame.io

Notion

Talent coordination

High-pressure environment

Tools

Sony FX-series cameras

Lighting & audio

Dropbox/Google Drive storage

Job description

Videographer & Studio Manager

Department: Marketing/Media

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Studio (Irvine)

Compensation: $95,000 - $110,000 / year

Description

Dennis Media Group is looking for a highly capable, organized, and adaptable Senior Videographer & Studio Manager to work closely with Karlton Dennis and the broader media team.

This is not a traditional videographer role.

We are looking for someone who can take ownership of the day-to-day production environment while also working directly alongside Karlton to capture high-quality content in the studio, on location, and while traveling.

The right person will be technically strong behind the camera, highly organized, comfortable working with high-level talent, and able to operate effectively in a fast-moving environment with high expectations.

You will be responsible for helping keep our entire production operation running smoothly, including our studio, podcast productions, filming calendar, equipment, media organization, talent coordination, and travel production.

This role requires someone who is proactive and dependable. We do not want someone who needs to be told every small thing that needs to happen.

*Candidates must hold a valid passport with ability to travel internationally.*

Key Responsibilities

Video Production

• Film high-quality short-form, long-form, YouTube, podcast, educational, promotional, and behind-the-scenes content.
• Operate professional multi-camera setups, including Sony FX-series cameras and similar professional equipment.
• Set up and manage professional lighting, audio, cameras, lenses, monitors, and other production equipment.
• Maintain visual consistency across multiple filming environments.
• Work with Karlton and other talent to efficiently capture large volumes of content.
• Identify opportunities to capture additional content and B-roll during shoots, events, meetings, and travel.
• Assist with quality control of video content before publication.
• Collaborate with the media team on new filming styles, creative approaches, visual branding, and production improvements.

Podcast Production

• Own the technical operation of Karlton's podcast studio.
• Prepare and operate multi-camera podcast recordings.
• Manage microphones, audio recording, lighting, framing, camera settings, media, and monitoring.
• Make sure every podcast recording is fully tested and production-ready before the guest arrives.
• Help create a comfortable and professional environment for podcast guests.
• Coordinate with the team to ensure podcast footage and audio are properly organized and delivered following each recording.

Studio Management

• Take ownership of the day-to-day organization and readiness of the studio.
• Keep cameras, lenses, microphones, lighting, batteries, memory cards, cables, and accessories organized and ready for use.
• Maintain equipment and identify problems before they interfere with production.
• Make sure batteries are charged, cards are prepared, settings are correct, equipment is returned to its proper location, and the studio is reset after shoots.
• Maintain an organized and professional production environment.
• Help develop and maintain production checklists, systems, and workflows.

File & Data Management

• Manage the transfer, organization, backup, and storage of production footage.
• Maintain consistent folder structures and file naming conventions.
• Work within cloud and local storage systems including Dropbox, Google Drive, SSDs, and centralized media storage.
• Ensure footage is properly backed up and accessible to editors and other members of the media team.
• Maintain an organized archive so previously recorded content can be located quickly.

Production Calendar & Team Coordination

• Help manage the studio filming calendar.
• Coordinate with Karlton, internal talent, the media team, and other stakeholders regarding upcoming shoots.
• Make sure the correct content is prepared for each filming session.
• Coordinate studio availability, talent schedules, production requirements, and upcoming content needs.
• Communicate proactively when schedules, production needs, or priorities change.
• Work closely with copywriters, editors, social media team members, and leadership to keep production moving.

Podcast Guest Coordination

• Assist with outreach to potential podcast guests.
• Communicate professionally with guests, talent, representatives, and assistants.
• Coordinate scheduling and recording logistics.
• Send confirmations, recording details, location information, and other necessary communication.
• Follow up consistently and professionally when needed.
• Help maintain an organized pipeline of prospective, contacted, confirmed, and previously recorded guests.

Travel Production

This role will periodically travel with Karlton for events, speaking engagements, company events, podcast appearances, retreats, and other opportunities.

You will be expected to:

• Prepare and manage travel production equipment.
• Film Karlton in changing environments outside of the studio.
• Capture high-quality content without requiring ideal production conditions.
• Recognize valuable content moments throughout the day.
• Manage batteries, storage, footage, backups, and equipment while traveling.
• Work professionally around executives, entrepreneurs, public figures, clients, and other high-level talent.
• Maintain discretion and good judgment regarding what should and should not be filmed.

Travel may occasionally include several days away from home and may involve destinations throughout the United States and internationally.

Qualifications & Required Experience

We are looking for someone with strong professional experience across several areas of production.

The ideal candidate has:

• Significant professional videography and production experience.
• Strong experience with Sony professional camera systems, preferably including FX3, FX6, A7S III, or similar systems.
• Advanced understanding of camera settings, lenses, exposure, frame rates, picture profiles, color, lighting, and audio.
• Experience with professional multi-camera productions.
• Experience filming podcasts, interviews, YouTube content, and short-form social media content.
• Strong working knowledge of professional lighting and audio equipment.
• Experience working with high-volume content production.
• Strong organizational and file-management skills.
• Experience with platforms such as Notion, Slack, Frame.io, Dropbox, and Google Drive.
• Experience working directly with talent, executives, creators, or public-facing personalities.

We operate quickly, have high standards, and expect the people around us to take their responsibilities seriously. We need someone who: Handles direct feedback without becoming defensive. Can work around strong and intense personalities. Remains calm and productive when pressure increases. Has the confidence to respectfully speak up when their technical expertise matters. Does not allow ego to interfere with getting the job done. Can adjust quickly when priorities change. Communicates clearly rather than allowing problems to build. Takes initiative instead of waiting to be instructed. Pays attention to small details. Maintains a positive and professional attitude. Is comfortable receiving responsibility and being held accountable for results. Understands when to push back and when to execute. Can build trust with the person they are supporting.

Benefits

• Work from home
• Medical, dental, vision, life and voluntary life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and sick days
• Paid holidays