TEMPORARY VIDEOGRAPHER (3-MONTH PARENTAL LEAVE COVERAGE)

New York

Phillips Auctioneers is searching for an experienced videographer to produce property object videos for our digital experience ecosystem (website and apps). Reporting to the International Head of Publishing Production at our NY Studio warehouse facility, the role will be tasked with the daily production of object video solutions across all of Phillips auction departments. Shoots will include a diverse range of objects from large scale sculptures and canvases to chairs and vases. Using industry production best practices and techniques the approach to producing each object video will need to be considered in terms of suitability depending on the object. This role will also include supporting the Studio Photographer with photography shoot tasks in busy periods and assisting in larger scale projects. This assignment is expected to last until October 11, 2024.

Duties and Responsibilities

Video shoot production planning and studio setup
Filming of a diverse range of objects
Editing and color correction of object videos
Optimization, compression and uploading of video edits
Digital asset management
Maintenance of equipment
Building on our creative framework for object video production, including new techniques and technologies
Supporting Studio Photographer with shoot production tasks and 360 Videos

Professional Skills and Experience

Expert knowledge and experience in Premiere Pro and After Effects
Experience shooting on Canon systems
Creative approach to lighting a variety of objects
Great eye for composition and framing
Proficient in end-to-end film production
High level of quality control and attention to detail especially within tight time constraints
Excellent communication skills with internal clients
The ability to work efficiently without direction.

Education and Training

Significant experience within a similar role or relevant industry (Ecommerce, Broadcast, Social-Media)
Bachelor’s Degree within Video, Art, Photography or Media Production
Can provide appropriate examples of video production work

Working Conditions

Work is undertaken within a warehouse environment and gallery environment.
The schedule for this role is 9 am- 5pm Monday through Friday and this temporary assignment is expected to last at least 3 months.
Ability to work evenings, weekends as necessary.

Additional Info

The hourly range is $34.61hr to $37hr.

To apply please visit https://phillipsauctioneers.bamboohr.com/careers/345. Please be advised; due to the high volume of applicants, we are only able to contact those candidates whose skills and backgrounds best fit the needs of the open position.