Video Operator

We are UMG the Universal Music Group. We are the worlds leading music everything we do we are committed to artistry innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music music publishing merchandising and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters and we produce distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.

We are UMG the Universal Music Group. We are the worlds leading music everything we do we are committed to artistry innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music music publishing merchandising and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters and we produce distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.

Fame House a division of UMG is the preeminent leader in D2C solutions in music defining & delivering the industrys best-in-class service to connect artists with their fans. Established & headquartered in Philly Fame House powers eCommerce for UMGs labels artists and Bravado along with a select roster of 3rd party clients. Our success & culture is fueled by collaboration both withinFH and with our partners. We are passionate about the impact of eCommerce for artists providing a full service solution to grow an artists owned business including strategy creative storefront merchandising fulfillment customer service technology and more.

How we LEAD:

Merchandise and e-commerce is part of the fabric of music culture. For artists its a way to develop and further articulate their brand. For fans its another pathway to connecting with an artist and the culture they represent. Digital Creative & Experience creates content that connects artists with fans across every touchpoint of the digital experience. Working across artist stores ecommerce experiences product launches campaigns social content and brand storytelling initiatives our Content Production team is responsible for bringing creative concepts to life through high-quality visual content that drives engagement and supports commercial performance. The Video Operator / Shooter plays a critical role in capturing compelling video content across a wide variety of productions partnering closely with Producers Creative Directors Photographers Editors and Content teams to ensure every asset meets the highest creative and technical standards.

The Video Operator / Shooter is responsible for capturing high-quality video content across studio location e-commerce 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 through to media management and handoff into post-production workflows. The Video Operator / Shooter serves as a key contributor to the visual storytelling process helping transform creative concepts into engaging content that connects artists brands and fans.

How Youll CREATE

• Capture video content across studio location campaign e-commerce 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 Helping elevate the overall quality and effectiveness of content produced by the team

Perks Playlist:

Join an entrepreneurial global organization where authenticity boldness creativity connection drive and insight arent just valuestheyre how we work every day. Here are some of the ways we support you along the way (and just a few of the benefits we offer):

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage

• Including 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services

• Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants

• Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes spa treatments meal services travel and so 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

A variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:

• 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 Wellbeing Day)

• Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)

• Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.

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

Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Salary Range:

The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors which may include as applicable the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position years of relevant experience specific and unique skills level of education attained certifications or other professional licenses held and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.