Camera Operator & Editor

Location:

Hybrid (Remote Mon/Fri, In-Office Tue-Thu) | Knoxville, TN

Reports To:

VP of Creative and Senior Staff

Salary Range:

$40,000 - $50,000

About Us
We are PopFizz, a production company built specifically to match the needs of our market. Backed by a trusted collective of specialized freelancers to augment our capabilities, our core internal team focuses on high-level execution and strategic growth. We are looking for a hybrid Camera Operator & Editor who is ready to execute both on set and in the edit bay.

The Role
This is a true hybrid creator role. You will split your time between being a competent camera operator on set and a creative editor in post-production.

Because our team relies on strong visual aesthetics, we want a modern storyteller who edits with a social-forward mindset, actively experiments with emerging AI tools, and has the communication skills required to collaborate internally and present confidently to external clients.

Key Responsibilities

On-Set Production

Act as a competent, reliable camera operator on set, handling framing, composition, and basic lighting/audio setups under the direction of our production leads.

Responsibly manage media cards on set, ensuring all captured footage is safely backed up to shuttle drives before wrap.

Creative Editing & Motion Graphics

Deliver high-impact, visually engaging video cuts across both of our core production tracks, avoiding formulaic or traditional editing styles.

Use motion graphics and design principles (typography, layout, color theory) to build dynamic graphics, slick transitions, and custom social templates that elevate our content.

Edit with platform-native formats and trends at the forefront (TikTok, Reels, YouTube Shorts).

Actively explore and integrate the latest AI post-production and design tools to maximize workflow efficiency and creative execution.

Qualifications & Skills

Experience:

1–3 years of experience in video production and editing within an agency, commercial production house, or an exceptional freelance portfolio.

Software Literacy:

Proficiency in DaVinci Resolve, After Effects and a solid foundation in design principles. Experience with Photoshop/Illustrator is a major plus.

Camera Experience:

Competency operating mirrorless or cinema camera systems, with a good understanding of exposure, focus, and audio capture.

The "New Wave" Toolkit:

A natural curiosity for utilizing AI tools (e.g., generative audio/video, automated transcription, AI masking) to enhance the creative process.

Collaboration:

Maintain outstanding interpersonal skills. You can articulate your creative choices clearly to the internal team.

Work Schedule

Monday & Friday:

Remote

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday:

In-Office / Collaboration Days

Why Join Us?
This is the ultimate launchpad for a hungry creator. You will get to shoot with professional gear, push the limits, and actively play with the newest tools - all while learning the agency business directly from seasoned production leads. If you are looking for a role where you can fast-track your skills, get real client-facing experience, and create work you're actually proud to put on your reel, PopFizz is the place to do it.

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