About the job

Are you a passionate storyteller who’s ready to take your shooting to the next level? We are offering a unique opportunity to local and production cameramen and chief photographers as our next cameraman. This position is designed for video/digital format shooters (not still photographers… no offense) that want to gain the experience needed to shoot, run audio, and light at the highest level. We have successfully run this apprenticeship for 14 years and all of our former apprentices are now full-time Directors of Photography or on their way to becoming one for us.

This position is initially based in Waco, TX and you will work regularly with our Director of Photography, Roger Woodruff, for clients like High Noon, ESPN, NFL Network, CBS Sports, The Golf Channel, ABC, NBC and E!. You will be working as a camera assist, running audio, and lighting while learning every aspect of high-end video production. This position has a heavy travel schedule taking the crew outside of Waco regularly. At the end of the Apprenticeship phase (8-12 months), we’ll move you into a full-time cameraman position, in your own city outside of Waco, and build you to become a Director of Photography for us. If you want to live full-time in Waco then this position is not for you.

We often work odd hours on short notice where some weeks are busier than others. Lots of driving and heavy travel are guaranteed. Our crews drive hundreds of miles before and after shooting on a regular basis. If you do not like to drive, this position isn’t for you.

Experience in PA, Audio and Grip work are a plus. However, a solid reel and hard working attitude are key.

Requirements: Valid Driver’s License, Passport, Dependable Vehicle, but most of all a strong desire to be the best.

Yearly Salary: $30,000

Term: Multi Year Contract

This is designed for talented storytellers that are cameramen who want to shoot at their best.

Federal Apprenticeship guidelines require at least a college degree or two years of work related experience.