Position Overview
Green Leaf Productions is seeking a few Studio Camera Operators with solid experience in the film or television industry to support our in-studio productions. The ideal candidates are skilled at operating professional broadcast and cinema cameras in a controlled studio environment and understands how to capture dynamic, clean, and consistent visuals for a wide range of productions-from commercial and interview-based content to scripted studio setups.
This role is ideal for someone with a technical eye, creative instincts, and the ability to work efficiently in a collaborative production environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate studio cameras during multi-camera productions, interviews, promotional shoots, and other in-house content
- Familiarity with in-studio cameras such as Blackmagic, Canon, and Sony.
- Set up and maintain camera equipment, tripods, monitors, and studio lighting as needed
- Collaborate closely with the Director, Technical Director, and production crew to ensure visual continuity
- Frame and adjust shots based on blocking, shot lists, or real-time direction
- Perform focus pulls, zooms, pans, and other camera movements with precision
- Monitor technical quality of footage and flag issues in real time
- Support rehearsals and equipment checks prior to live or recorded sessions
- Assist with camera prep, maintenance, and breakdown after shoots
- Follow safety protocols and maintain gear in top working condition
- Stay current on camera operation trends and techniques relevant to studio work
Qualifications
2-4 years of professional experience as a studio camera operator or camera assistant in the film / TV industryProficiency with professional camera systems (Blackmagic, Sony, Canon, RED, etc.) and broadcast-style controlStrong understanding of composition, camera movement, and studio production dynamicsAbility to follow direction while also showing initiative and creative framing instinctsComfortable operating in a multi-camera or live-switched production environmentSolid understanding of basic lighting and exposure principlesTechnical troubleshooting skills with camera, monitor, and signal systemsAble to work flexible hours based on production schedulesMust be reliable, punctual, and able to work well within a team environment