Apple is hiring: Videographer - On-Location Events in Irvine

Content Summary: Videographer - On-Location Events at Irvine, for Apple

Videographer - On-Location Events

Location: Irvine, California, United States

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something.

The Videographer will be working with groundbreaking, multi-camera systems to capture the energy and excitement of large-scale, one-time events. This individual will draw upon their past professional multi-camera experience, sideline sports, and/or remote news productions to innovate storytelling in non-traditional ways. They must be able to anticipate action, shoot with the eye of a documentarian, and adapt to varied event conditions, including different lighting and environmental challenges. The Videographer must communicate effectively with event organizers and team members to ensure smooth productions that meet Apple’s high standards. With unprecedented access to event locations, capture technology, and production staff, the Videographer will collaborate inclusively with the entire production value chain from show prep to wrap and debrief, helping to bring the Director’s vision to a global audience.

Description

1. Operate Advanced Video Equipment: Set up and use single and multi-camera systems, ensuring creative, high-quality video capture in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
2. Technical Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve equipment issues on-site, adapting quickly to changing event conditions.
3. Event Coordination and Communication: Collaborate with event organizers, production team members, and other partners to ensure smooth execution of shoots that meet creative and technical standards.
4. Pre- and Post-Production Tasks: Conduct site scouting, prepare and maintain equipment, write performance feedback notes, and assist in content reviews and quality assessments after events.

Minimum Qualifications

1. 5+ years experience working as a camera operator or videographer in broadcast-type, news, sports or ENG productions, requiring quick and creative setups using high-end professional camera technologies (Sony, Panasonic, ARRI, Canon, RED, etc.) during high-tension, time-sensitive moments alongside producers, directors, and other team members.
2. Comfortability troubleshooting complex camera, audio, and rigging issues in high-stakes production environments.
3. Experience working with and navigating the complexities of venue access, security, and operations staff at large event venues, including tight crowded spaces.
4. Experience working directly with field producers, directors, tech managers, etc.
5. Proven track record of being able to anticipate where action/activity will unfold and find the best place to put the camera to capture it.
6. Experience working in international, metropolitan, and underdeveloped locations as key camera department staff. This role requires significant travel both domestically & internationally and will be physically demanding at all times. Onsite work is required when not traveling.
7. Must be available to work weekends, odd hours, or varying shifts when necessary to meet production deadlines in all kinds of weather conditions.
8. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related discipline.

Key Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

1. Prior experience working with non-standard types of photography technology.
2. Familiarity with typical video and audio recording formats, and a working knowledge of organizational communication tools and media production tools.
3. Well-versed in the operation of production equipment typically found in cinematic or broadcast environments including remote camera heads.
4. Comfortable maintaining equipment and traveling with gear on commercial air carriers.
5. Extensive work with domestic and international rental equipment and shipping service providers.

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $150,000 and $225,500, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. You’ll also receive benefits including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

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