Camera Operator Associate (Fall 2026)

Location: San Francisco, United States; must work in the office five days a week.

Base salary: $1,750 per week ($1,750–$1,750 USD).

Company

hirify.global designs, builds, and operates advanced satellites and dedicated satellite communications networks for enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military.

What you will do

• Work with the Creative team to bring scripts, shot lists, and visual concepts to life.
• Operate cameras for interviews, manufacturing videos, behind-the-scenes content, and company events.
• Capture B-roll of satellites, manufacturing processes, and mission teams.
• Set up and adjust lighting and audio equipment across factory, office, and on-location environments.
• Prepare and maintain cameras, lenses, lighting, audio, and support equipment.
• Organize and back up footage for clear handoffs to editors.

Requirements

• Portfolio or reel demonstrating camera work, composition, and lighting; personal and school projects are welcome, with the applicant's role identified on each project.
• Hands-on camera operation experience, including exposure, white balance, frame rates, and focus.
• Familiarity with basic interview lighting setups and audio recording.
• Strong eye for composition, movement, and visually engaging details.
• Ability to follow creative direction, contribute shot ideas, and adapt to changing filming conditions.
• Strong organization and attention to detail when handling equipment and footage.
• Excellent communication skills and comfort working across technical and creative teams.
• Self-starter who takes initiative and follows through on assigned projects.
• Must be able to work in the office five days a week.
• Must have US citizenship, lawful permanent residency, or refugee/asylee status as required by US Government space technology export regulations.

Nice to have

• Bachelor's degree.
• Camera operator or director of photography experience on student, independent, or professional productions.
• Experience filming manufacturing, industrial environments, documentaries, or technical subjects.
• Familiarity with gimbals, sliders, and other camera support systems.
• Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve.
• Interest in aerospace, technology, and connecting the world.

Culture & Benefits

• Associate program lasts a minimum of twelve weeks.
• Hands-on production work in a fast-paced startup environment building satellite technology.
• Close collaboration with Creative, technical, and manufacturing teams.
• Inclusive workplace welcoming people regardless of gender, race, creed, or background.