Camera Operator w/ Equipment — Documentary Interview — Oakland Area (oakland downtown)
compensation:Compensation and booking details will be discussed by phone with shortlisted candidates.
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Seeking an experienced camera operator w/ equipment to film, light and record a single pickup interview in Oakland, CA area for a music documentary series.
**Availability**
The shoot will take place on one of the following dates: October 26, 27, or 28, 2026, within the 2–6 p.m. Pacific Time window. Please specify which dates you are available.
**Scope**
You must be comfortable managing a two-camera seated interview, including camera operation, lighting, and production sound. Strong documentary interview experience, attention to composition, and reliable audio monitoring are essential.
**Equipment and technical requirements**
- Two professional cameras capable of 4K acquisition, with suitable interview lenses, tripods, and monitoring.
- A coordinated lighting and grip package, including a soft key light, diffusion, light control, and subject/background separation.
- Professional lavalier and boom microphones, with separate isolated audio tracks and a dedicated recorder.
- A reliable method for synchronizing both cameras and production audio; timecode sync preferred.
- Sufficient recording media, power, and a dependable backup and media-delivery workflow.
New footage will be captured in 4K. Applicants must be able to follow a supplied Interview Setup Brief and visual references.
Please reply with:
- Your name, phone number, and Oakland/Bay Area location.
- Availability for October 26, 27, and/or 28.
- Links to two or three documentary interview samples.
- An itemized camera, lens, lighting, grip, and audio equipment list.
- Your proposed 4K recording format and confirmation that you can manage both cameras, lighting, and sound.
- Your approach to footage backup and delivery.
Compensation and booking details will be discussed by phone with shortlisted candidates.