Job Description

Prep Technician

Daufenbach Camera is in need of a Prep Technician to assist with job fulfillment, technical consulting, and customer service at camera preps and pick ups. 

Roles & Responsibilties:

  • Pulling, fulfilling, and maintaining organization of all equipment orders

  • Assisting camera crews with technical questions during camera preps and pickups

  • Operate, handle, and build motion picture camera systems and lenses

  • Work with Operations manager to ensure efficient and effective customer service and operations workflow

  • Maintain and organize inventory

  • Assist with minor repairs during camera preps

  • Maintain understanding of camera builts, setups, and knowledge of inventory

  • Build strong relationships, support customer throughout productions

Qualifications:

  • Excellent understanding of the operation of digital motion picture camera systems including but not limited to ARRI, Red, Sony, Canon & Panasonic.

  • Excellent understanding in the operation and application of HD video accessories such as monitors by TV Logic, Sony, Small HD Panasonic, recorders by Sound Devices and Convergent Design, tripods and fluid heads by O’Connor and Sachtler etc.

  • Experience with motion picture camera and lenses, as well as underlying theory

  • Exceptional Customer Service Skills

  • Strong Communication Skills

  • Basic mechanical or electronic experience is a plus

  • A good working knowledge of Macintosh and PC computer system

  • Must have good working knowledge of Excel, Word and Google products.

  • Good attitude, self -motivated, team player, and responsible.

  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to see tasks through from beginning to end

  • Undergraduate degree preferred

Physical Requirements:

  • Lifting 40-50lbs. of cases and/or equipment

  • Sitting and standing for long periods of time

Salary and Benefits:

  • Full Time Salary

  • Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Pay

  • Comprehensive Health Benefit Package