Videographer

Job Description

TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world's premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world's premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality. TKO is majority owned by Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EDR), a global sports and entertainment company.

The Role and What You'll Do:

This position is responsible for capturing a wide variety of content for all media platforms for the Live Production space, from filming multi-day feature shoots in the field with fighters to promotional and specialty shoots, to weekly ENG event shoots in a studio setting and much more. The role is encouraged to go beyond camera operation and to contribute creative ideations and direction, assist in the art/background/look or our standard shoots, and continuously push the envelope on new and innovative approaches to what and how we organize our shoots.
• Creates high-end visual styles using lighting and camera techniques for high-profile shoots in field and studio settings.
• Shoots for a wide array of projects, from fighter-based lifestyle and fight-hype features in the field, specialized 1-on-1 interviews with talent/fighter, weekly required fight-hype elements for live events, and assisting in shooting studio-based shows for linear television networks and our own OTT service, UFC Fight Pass.
• Must be able to scout, schedule and hire freelance 2nd shooters, audio, grip, lighting and any other added needs on feature shoots to complete the job.
• Must scout locations for fighter feature shoots and potential specialized shoots.
• Observes sets or locations for potential problems and to determine filming and lighting requirements.
• Shoots stylized footage for promotional and product spots, show opens, features, trailers, sizzle reels, branded content, and more.
• Directs lighting design and set-up for shoots of various types and sizes.
• Potentially be used to shoot Live Events for the live broadcast.
• Works closely with producers, directors, writers, editors, and other shooters on collaborative projects.
• Continually learns and stays ahead of the latest in camera and lighting techniques and technology.
• Provide guidance on what equipment and gear needs exist for feature shoot and other purposes.
• Works both a regular schedule and must be flexible to work an irregular schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with extensive travel.

You Have These:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 5 years' professional experience shooting a wide variety of content for all media platforms, in both field and studio environments.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Must be knowledgeable about the latest cinematography techniques and visual trends.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing is required.
• Must be discreet and trustworthy with access to sensitive information and projects.
• Documentary filming experience desired.
• Experience with lighting design and setup desired.
• Knowledge with ARRI Amira, ARRI Alexa Mini, Sony FS7, RED & other camera technologies desired. Must be well-versed in shooting at multiple frame rates and speeds.
• MoVI Pro knowledge, time lapse photography and other motion control systems a plus.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premier and DaVinci Resolve a plus.
• Experience with working for an agency, post-production company, or broadcast creative team is a plus.
• Sports cinematography experience a plus.
• Experience conducting feature-based interviews a plus.
• Ability to fly and utilize drones a plus.
• Knowledge of Mixed Martial Arts a plus.

TKO EEO Statement:

TKO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination in employment. TKO makes employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, without considering an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. TKO also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state or local laws. For information about Privacy and Information Security for TKO employment candidates, please review our Privacy Policy. For information regarding Terms of Use for this and other TKO websites, please review our Terms of Use.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-4k997v-18-116-85-60-42 in your application.