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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for video assist in the United States is $24.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $29.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a video assist do?

A Video Assist is responsible for capturing and displaying the video feed from the camera during filming, allowing the director, cinematographer, and other crew members to review shots in real-time. They set up and operate video monitors, recorders, and playback equipment to ensure footage is available for immediate review and continuity checks. Their work is crucial for quality control and helps the team make creative and technical decisions on set.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a video assist on set, and how do they contribute to the production process?

A Video Assist is responsible for setting up and operating video playback equipment, ensuring that the director, cinematographer, and other key crew members can review takes in real time. On a typical day, you’ll manage monitors, record and playback footage, and troubleshoot technical issues quickly to keep the shoot running smoothly. You’ll collaborate closely with the camera department, sound team, and editorial staff to ensure continuity and support creative decisions. This role is crucial for maintaining workflow efficiency and providing immediate feedback to the creative team during filming.

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To thrive as a Video Assist, you need a solid understanding of camera operations, video signal flow, and on-set protocols, often supported by hands-on experience in film or television production. Familiarity with video playback software (like QTake or Video Assist by Blackmagic Design), basic editing tools, and various video formats is typically required. Excellent attention to detail, clear communication, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure accurate video monitoring, seamless collaboration with the camera department, and smooth production workflows on set.

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Video Production Assistant

Washington, DC • On-site

Techniarts
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

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Key responsibilities

  • Support and perform hands-on video production activities, including operating camera, audio, and lighting equipment.

  • Coordinate production schedules, secure materials and locations, and ensure all elements are prepared for shoots or broadcasts.

  • Assist in editing, creating graphics, and training others on elementary production principles.

Job description

This position requires working in downtown DC.

Successful candidate must be able to obtain a MRPT (Moderate Risk Public Trust) clearance.

EXPERIENCE

Two or more years working in a broadcast and or multi-mediaproduction environment.

Some higher education with Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Some or all of the following work experience may be required: 

Must have experience performing elementary production activities. Hands-on production experience in video or mixed media formats. Hands-on production experience in camera, audio and lighting set-up and operations. 

Hands-on experience with edit systems, graphics packages, computer programs. 

Experience quickly learning new software and systems. 

Experience coordinating complex schedules and multiple content elements. Experience functioning as floor director desired but not required. 

Experience working with difficult or high-level talent.

ROLE: 

This function works alongside an internal or out-of-house producerto provide support and also performs hands-on productionfunctions. May fully produce simple work product. 

Coordinates production schedule to ensure all elements for a shoot or show are in place at the appointed time. 

Researches and secures material and other content for the production. 

Scouts locations and secures necessary permits/permissions. 

Collaborates on creative treatment/show flow. 

Operates camera, computer programs, audio, lighting and other production elements ensuring all elements are operational as required by the productionschedules. 

Works at the direction of the government ensuring that sets, props and technical equipment are ready to use and in the right position; responsible for all communications with the audience and talent; cues talent and ensures timings are met. 

Hauls and sets-up equipment as necessary. 

May serve at the direction of the government to shoot live programs

Edits as required. 

Works with production team to formulate graphics or directly produces graphics. 

Teaches/trains others on elementary production principles. 

Attends planning meetings with USG officials, producers and stake holders. 

Performs promotional and marketing activities internally and externally.


Practical working knowledge of the following equipment will be crucial to your success: 

Sony ENG studio cameras and robo cameras, Sony PWX medium format camera, Blackmagic ATEM Constellation switcher, Allen & Heath Qu-32 digital console audio mixers, dmx lighting consoles, and LiveU remote streaming encoder, Nikon D810 and 850's cameras, Sony a74 and a75 cameras.

Company Description

Techniarts specializes in providing comprehensive video production services tailored specifically for government agencies. Our expertise lies in creating high-quality video content that effectively engages and communicates with stakeholders. We offer a wide range of video products, including compelling social media video content, professional live and recorded broadcasts, and meticulously produced videos for various platforms such as websites, YouTube, and other media outlets. With Techniarts, government agencies can confidently leverage the power of video to effectively reach their target audience and convey their message.