Media Production Specialist (Aerospace)

Location: In-person in Long Beach, California, United States. The role starts as a 3-month fixed-term employment contract with an opportunity to extend.

Salary: $53–$75 per hour for Media Production Specialist I; $123,000–$174,000 annually for Media Production Specialist II. California pay range: $110,000–$174,000 USD.

Company

hirify.global develops next-generation commercial space stations to support long-term human presence in space, microgravity research, manufacturing, and the emerging space economy.

What you will do

• Operate cameras for scripted brand films, documentaries, executive interviews, hardware showcases, live events, and social content.
• Design and execute lighting setups for solo-operator and full-crew productions, serving as a gaffer or director of photography when needed.
• Support shot listing, lighting diagrams, storyboarding, and location scouting during pre-production.
• Run independent productions while managing camera, audio, and lighting equipment.
• Capture product, hardware, portrait, and event photography.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain camera and lighting equipment.

Requirements

• 4+ years of professional experience as a cinematographer, camera operator, or director of photography.
• Professional experience with ARRI, RED, Sony FX/Venice, or Blackmagic camera systems and strong knowledge of exposure, color science, and lens theory.
• Hands-on experience designing lighting setups in studios and on location.
• Ability to work independently, with a small crew, or as part of a larger production team.
• Strong composition, camera movement, and visual storytelling skills demonstrated through a portfolio.
• Must qualify as a U.S. person under U.S. export control rules or be eligible for deemed export licensing.

Nice to have

• Photography experience covering products, hardware, portraits, or events.
• Location sound capture and interview setup experience.
• Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, or DaVinci Resolve proficiency.
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
• Startup, technology, or aerospace experience; willingness to travel up to 10%.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time employees receive company equity and medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Additional wellness and lifestyle benefits include ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare, and employee discounts.
• Onsite food benefits include snacks, coffee, drinks, dinner, and subsidized lunch.
• Flexibility to work overtime or weekends may be required for critical mission milestones.