Video Crew Camera Operator

In order to participate in Berklee Student Employment, a student must fulfill the following requirements:

• Current student at Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee.

• Enrolled at least half-time in a degree, diploma, or certificate-seeking undergraduate or graduate program. Summer is the only semester in which a student can maintain employment without being enrolled. In this case, the student must be pre-registered for the upcoming fall semester. This exception does not apply to fall or spring semesters.

• Have a valid United States Social Security Number (SSN).

• Remain in “valid” Visa status as applicable.

• A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. Students in their first semester can work, even though they do not have an official GPA until the completion of their first semester.

• Federal Work Study student may apply.

• In good disciplinary standing.

• Must be located in the U.S.

For complete program details, please go to our website:www.berklee.edu/se.

Previous experience is not required.  Camera Operators (Cam Ops) will be trained to use cameras and video equipment, and learn communication skills needed to function as part of the Video Production Crew.  VS Supports live performances and presentations on campus and as needed.  All equipment is provided by Video Services and there are three types of High Definition/4k-UHD Video Cameras in use.  Video Production Crews work in teams of two or more as assigned by the Department Director each week.  Recordings are typically posted online by event organizers or the college and all recordings go to the Berklee Archives.

Cam Ops arrive at the assigned location and time -and begin by setting up the camera they will use in the appropriate location.  Cameras must properly be adjusted to suit the operator, including smoothly panning and tilting the camera and controlling zoom speed of the lens. 

During recording, full attention (no distractions) is needed to properly maintain focus, compose pleasing video shots, and receive instruction given by the assigned Video Director over intercom systems.  VS support is based on frequent use of the college’s live performance spaces; Berklee Performance Center, Friend Recital Hall, Berk Recital Hall, The Red Room, Berklee Dining Hall and as otherwise scheduled.

Required Skills and Knowledge:

• Personal Schedule Management Skills are required.  Cam Ops must report where and when assigned without failure to do so.
• Camera Operators must remain attentive to the recording in order to capture the best recording possible for later uses.
• Transport, set up and storage of video cameras and other equipment may sometimes require lifting and carrying up to 45 pounds for short distances.

Hourly Rate: $16.45

Hiring Manager: Reggie Lofton