Junior Camera Assistant

Job Type: Full-Time, Entry Level
Location: Washington, DC (In-person required)
Salary: $55,000–$60,000 annually

Position Summary

TAG is seeking a Junior Camera Assistant to join our production team. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in commercial cinematography and camera operations.

Based in Washington, DC, you'll travel nationwide supporting commercial, branded, documentary, lifestyle, and political productions while learning alongside experienced Directors of Photography, Camera Operators, and production professionals.

This is a hands-on role that requires frequent travel, standing for extended periods, bending, lifting, and safely carrying equipment cases and production gear weighing up to 50 pounds.

Company Overview

TAG: The Artist Group is a boutique creative agency producing commercial, branded, lifestyle, and political content for leading brands, organizations, and campaigns across the country. TAG also owns and operates DC Film Gear, the region's premier boutique cinema camera and lens rental house.

Our Washington, DC office and studio serve as our production headquarters and equipment warehouse, supporting projects from pre-production through final delivery. We're a collaborative, fast-paced team that takes pride in producing exceptional work while maintaining a positive, supportive company culture.

Qualifications & Requirements

Strong interest in commercial cinematography, filmmaking, and camera department work
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Dependable, punctual, proactive, and eager to learn
Comfortable working in fast-paced production environments
Ability to safely lift, carry, and transport production equipment
Strong communication skills and a collaborative attitude
Ability and willingness to travel outside of Washington, DC for productions
Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and extended production days as needed
Valid driver's license required

Preferred Qualifications

Basic understanding of professional cinema cameras and production workflows
Familiarity with professional cinema camera systems and on-set camera workflows is a plus
Previous experience as a Production Assistant, Camera PA, Camera Assistant, rental house technician, or film school production crew is a plus
Experience preparing, organizing, or maintaining professional production equipment
Comfortable driving cargo vans or production vehicles

What We Offer

At TAG, you'll work alongside experienced producers, directors, cinematographers, camera operators, and editors while contributing to projects for globally recognized brands, organizations, and campaigns.

This position offers meaningful opportunities to develop technical camera skills, gain hands-on production experience, and grow into greater responsibilities within TAG's camera department.

Benefits include:

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Collaborative, in-person work environment
Professional development and mentorship
Opportunity to travel nationwide on commercial and political productions

Schedule & Travel Expectations

General office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Production schedules vary, and this position requires flexibility to work outside regular office hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and extended production days.

Travel is a core responsibility of this role. Frequent domestic travel—including overnight and multi-day productions—is expected throughout the year. Candidates should be excited about working on location and comfortable adapting to changing production schedules.

To Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in cinematography and camera technology, any relevant production experience, and why you'd be a great fit for TAG.

www.theartistgroup.com

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance
Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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