Law & Crime Network: Freelance Videographer / Production Assistant

Videographer is needed in Pontiac, United States.

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Client: Law & Crime Network

Location: Pontiac, United States

Contract: Temporary, Contractor

Law&Crime Freelance Videographers and Production Assistants

Description:

Law&Crime is looking to expand our network of freelance videographers and production assistants in Michigan. We have several upcoming criminal trials specifically in Oakland County. Our media organization has a need for freelancers in all areas of the state. We are hiring both videographers with gear and PA’s. This posting is to get ahead of our hiring prior to those assignments in various areas of the country. If you are interested in this type of freelance work, please apply so we can meet. Law&Crime Network, founded by ABC News Chief Legal Correspondent Dan Abrams, has become the must-watch television network for the latest big legal stories and live criminal trials of the day. Backed by A+E Networks, the channel can be found on most major cable and OTT providers like Verizon Fios, Sling, Peacock, and more.

Ideal Candidate:

Our ideal candidate is a videographer with experience shooting or working on live events. A candidate that is used to setting up the audio and video for a live event. We prefer a candidate with knowledge of working sports, news or live streaming. Experience in broadcast news, courts, or live sports preferred but not required.

Key Responsibilities for Production Assistants:

• Knowledge of Live U or similar streaming devices.
• Commitment to the length of the trial which could last 5-10 days.
• Courthouse hours (Monday - Friday) of 8am - 5pm. You are welcome to work on other projects outside of that time.
• Uphold and enforce Law & Crime Network’s national standards and practices, editorial and branding guidelines.

Requirements For Videographers:

• You must have a camera that is 1080i quality. HD video camera with an SDI output that can be plugged into power. No DSLR’s. XLR Audio connection.
• A set of 2 wireless mics.
• Tripod on a fluid head.
• Ability to record and transfer courtroom footage as a back-up.
• Can work well with local media and courtroom employees in the field.
• A good communicator with our staff via phone.
• Knowledge of TVU or Live U streaming devices.
• Bonus if you can stream on Vimeo or similar platform from a video feed.
• Ability to troubleshoot and act independently and proactively.
• Reliable transportation.
• Train with us on how to properly shoot and frame a trial (virtual).
• Setting up the courtroom for audio.

This position is a great opportunity for a freelancer. Our daily rate for each freelancer position is approximately $300 - $450 based on the assignment. We pay weekly. You must be able to commit to the length of the trial. You could split this work with another person on your team with advance approval. This assignment does not require post-production.