Camera Assistant

Quilombo UK is a Social Enterprise working with the objective to promote and encourage an intercultural understanding between different communities and societies; To promote cultural awareness in the community and educate, regardless of nationality or origin, about race diversity and mutual respect; and run a community organisation with a strong focus on individuals, the community and society.

As a Camera Assistant, you will set up Cameras at events, workshops, on location and in the Studio for Videos, Podcasts and Live streams.

This work involves a mixture of static Cam and roving Cam setups depending on the shooting location, and you will be required to ensure high quality of recording, checking that white balance, ISO, aperture, focus, zoom and exposure are set correctly.

Whilst not in the office, you will be required to work on research and admin tasks.

The objective of the role is:

• Setting up and monitoring the cameras and lighting in the Studio for Podcasts and live streams.
• Setting up cameras and lighting and providing roving Cam on location and at events and workshops.
• Working on Research and admin tasks when not in the studio.
• Keeping track of inventory and Camera equipment and updating lists as needed.
• Taking careful notes during meetings and writing up reports based on notes.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Experience with DSLR/Mirrorless cameras
• Experience with professional camcorders (e.g. Sony NX100 or similar)

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Previous broadcast or live streaming experience
• Previous experience with Multicam setup
• Experience with stabiliser rigs
• Experience and knowledge of good lighting setup, arrangements, and techniques, such as 3-point lighting, and the use of diffusers
• Experience in the use of HDMI, SDI, and Cat6 cables, extensions, and adapters
• Show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
• Be a strong team player
• Well organized, pro-active, self-starter and able to deliver tasks efficiently.
• Good time-management skills

Having your own camera is preferable but not essential.

Mentorship programme available for Volunteers.

Training in Audio and Editing is available in the department if desired.

Access to own laptop is essential

The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.