MovingImagesNW
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Employment Information
MovingImagesNW places great importance on the training of aspiring videographers and editors. We take pleasure in providing on-the-job experience for those looking to put in time perfecting their skills.
Open Positions:
- Videographers
- Editors
- Booth Personnel
- Project Organizer
About Our Video Shoots: We specialize in recording live horse events for clients who have placed orders with us. Our work is 100% live action and not scripted - which means no "retakes"! Each camera is an "A" camera; there are no backups. It is imperative to catch each individual as they are riding as there are no second chances. Taping a horse event usually entails long quiet periods where nothing is happening interspersed with moments of chaos. Our videographers need to be comfortable working around large animals and able to handle the stress of taping live events.
They need to be able to improvise on the fly, be comfortable with setting up their equipment to get a better angle, and be at ease with technical issues that may arise. It is also helpful to understand the logistics of catching the best video of large animals without interfering with execution of the event. We tape primarily outdoors, so being willing to work in and dressing for all kinds of weather is essential! We provide protection for the equipment from the elements as best we can; protecting yourself is up to you.
Videographers: MovingImagesNW is always looking to add to their list of freelance videographers available for videotaping indoor and
They need to be able to improvise on the fly, be comfortable with setting up their equipment to get a better angle, and be at ease with technical issues that may arise. It is also helpful to understand the logistics of catching the best video of large animals without interfering with execution of the event. We tape primarily outdoors, so being willing to work in and dressing for all kinds of weather is essential! We provide protection for the equipment from the elements as best we can; protecting yourself is up to you.Videographers: MovingImagesNW is always looking to add to their list of freelance videographers available for videotaping indoor and outdoor events. We specialize in horse events, but are also contracted to tape clinics, conferences, dog shows, sporting events, educational DVDs , and other memorable occasions such as birthdays, weddings, reunions, anniversaries, and memorials. It is our desire to expand our team to include many horsemen who are interested in learning the art of videotaping as well as videographers who would like to apply their craft to videotaping horse events and other live action occasions.
Editors: MovingImagesNW maintains a list of freelance
Editors: MovingImagesNW maintains a list of freelance
editors that come in and edit when demand is high. Editors are contracted by the project, by the tape, or by the hour
depending on the nature of the finished product. At times a
project may be outsourced to an editor, but most of the editing takes place at our office. Our editing team focuses on simple, clean, editing techniques that efficiently produce an appealing, accurate, quality product.
Training: The first time a videographer comes to one of our shoots, it is considered a training session regardless of past experience. They are required to spend a few hours with one of our seasoned videographers at a camera station to get a feel of what it takes to shoot at a horse event and to familiarize themselves with our equipment and methods. From that session, they will be considered a paid part of the team, ready to man a camera station as needed. First time editors are trained with one of our seasoned editors to understand the process of turning out the product that our clientele pays for.
Pay: All freelance videographers are started out at minimum wage, and are granted raises based on the quality of their work. A typical horse event will usually generate $150-$190 for two days. Videographers who furnish their own camera and tripod can negotiate a higher hourly wage depending on the quality of their equipment. Editors' pay is determined byt he contract for a given project. Please see the breakdown of wages for more information.
Other Information: Our most frequent bookings fall on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Our videographers need to be able to travel (we try to carpool if possible to save
on gas) as MovingImagesNW is contracted to events all over Western Washington, but primarily south of Tacoma and north of Kelso. We try to match our videographers with events that are profitable for them (location vs. driving distance, length of video shoot vs. availability, etc.). We are hopeful that every videographer that works for us is eager to improve their skills and will take time to watch training DVDs and copies of their own work, to improve their understanding of cameras and equipment, and to expand their comprehension of horseman terminology and horse events. We are looking for team players, as the final product is a conglomeration of work from several cameramen.
Please read the Job Descriptions and the Frequently Asked Questions pages for more on what is expected. If you are interested in continuing the application process, fill out our application to the right and mail or email it to the addresses stated on the form. We will be conducting interviews as needed as this position is continually open.
Training: The first time a videographer comes to one of our shoots, it is considered a training session regardless of past experience. They are required to spend a few hours with one of our seasoned videographers at a camera station to get a feel of what it takes to shoot at a horse event and to familiarize themselves with our equipment and methods. From that session, they will be considered a paid part of the team, ready to man a camera station as needed. First time editors are trained with one of our seasoned editors to understand the process of turning out the product that our clientele pays for.Pay: All freelance videographers are started out at minimum wage, and are granted raises based on the quality of their work. A typical horse event will usually generate $150-$190 for two days. Videographers who furnish their own camera and tripod can negotiate a higher hourly wage depending on the quality of their equipment. Editors' pay is determined byt he contract for a given project. Please see the breakdown of wages for more information.
Other Information: Our most frequent bookings fall on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Our videographers need to be able to travel (we try to carpool if possible to save
on gas) as MovingImagesNW is contracted to events all over Western Washington, but primarily south of Tacoma and north of Kelso. We try to match our videographers with events that are profitable for them (location vs. driving distance, length of video shoot vs. availability, etc.). We are hopeful that every videographer that works for us is eager to improve their skills and will take time to watch training DVDs and copies of their own work, to improve their understanding of cameras and equipment, and to expand their comprehension of horseman terminology and horse events. We are looking for team players, as the final product is a conglomeration of work from several cameramen.Please read the Job Descriptions and the Frequently Asked Questions pages for more on what is expected. If you are interested in continuing the application process, fill out our application to the right and mail or email it to the addresses stated on the form. We will be conducting interviews as needed as this position is continually open.
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