Boom Operator / Sound Mixer

Job Description

ABOUT:
Changing Lives Productions is the video production company of Dhar Mann Studios, aimed at creating positive content for the social media generation. Our short, motivational videos focused on life, business, and relationships receive over 1 Billion views monthly and have garnered over 40 Billion views on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and TikTok. The team is led by Dhar Mann, a mission-driven entrepreneur with a global audience of over 90 Million social media followers and one of the highest viewed content creators in the world today. Our stories depict real life situations shown by actors that teach important life lessons, inspired by Dhar Mann's personal experience of success and failure. The company is driven by one founding principle: We’re not just telling stories, we’re changing lives.

BIG PICTURE:

We are searching for a Boom and Sound Operator that can aid in providing sound to our cinematic video productions. This individual will be key to our team in ensuring effective and high quality sound. The ideal candidate knows when to move the boom and is able to flow with the camera operator following the action, all while holding the boom steady and high. In addition, they will possess in depth knowledge of various audio equipment. This position often requires working long hours including nights and weekends. Since we are a mission-led company and all of the content we create inspires people, the right candidate will find the long hours to be exciting and highly satisfying!

HOW YOU’LL SPEND YOUR TIME:

• Supporting the team in running three or more productions a week through booming to achieve the best sound possible
• Carefully noting all planned camera movements and lighting requirements, to ensure that the microphone does not accidentally fall into shots or cast shadows
• Ensuring all of the sound equipment is in good working order, and carrying out minor repairs as needed

WHAT YOU HAVE:

• 2+ years of on-set production experience as a sound mixer + boom sound operator
• Must be proficient with a boom pole, external audio recorder, and a boom mic
• Flexibility within your schedule (Be on call at any given moment in time. This includes early mornings, late nights, and weekends as well)
• Ability and knowledge of how to achieve the best sound quality through proper use of a boom
• Have the ability to lift at least 30 to 50 lbs
• Must be able to contribute constructively during the production process
• Must be receptive to constructive criticism and feedback on the spot
• Solution-oriented with the ability to creatively solve problems during shoots
• Strong organizational and communication skills

WHO OVERSEES YOU:

You will report directly to the Director & Shooter Manager

WHO YOU OVERSEE:

Currently, the Boom & Sound Operator has no personnel reporting directly to him or her

WHERE IT ALL GOES DOWN:

All things creative take place at our BRAND NEW studio in Burbank, CA!

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US:

• We've kept our hiring bar really high - you will work with the best
  

• Loads of perks including tons of snacks, catered lunches, and a friendly working environment

WHEN WE’LL TALK ABOUT HOW AWESOME YOU ARE:

No formal cover letters, please. Instead, include a few short paragraphs in your application explaining why you’d be a good fit for this particular position.

• Provide links to projects you’ve worked on
• Attach a resume

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gk74p0-3-139-59-149-42 in your application.