Equipment Assistant

Accenture•New York, NY

1d•$19 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

The Photography Equipment Assistant will take part in overseeing equipment needs in assigned studios throughout the duration of the shoot, while interacting with clients and providing the highest level of service.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience with digital photography/videography studio or equipment assistance
Minimum 1 year of experience with Canon and Profoto systems
Basic computer skills
Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree or equivalent experience
MAC knowledge preferred, experience with Microsoft Office a plus
Experience with both full production and the rental business
Excellent time management and customer service skills

Responsibilities

Un-packing and re-packing the studio for the following day’s shoots.
Accurately and efficiently pulling lighting and grip orders and staging in studio in an organized manner
Checking and testing all grip and lighting equipment to ensure proper functioning prior to client use
Working with clients throughout the day during check-out and check-in process of grip and lighting equipment at the studio or on location
Creating stock checks and short lists to establish and maintain accurate inventory counts
Communicating customer requests, order changes, and/ or paperwork specifications to management
Properly assessing and completing minor repairs to equipment
Maintain an orderly work area at all times
Ensuring that all sub-rented gear is picked up from and returned to the correct vendors
Experience with physical repairs
Quickly executing all other duties as assigned by management