Videographer Job at UFC Brasil, Las Vegas, NV

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  • UFC Brasil
  • Las Vegas, NV

Job Description

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Who We Are

UFC is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 300 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 950 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.

The Role And What You’ll Do

This position is primarily responsible for capturing weekly ENG, weigh-ins, and promotional material during Fight Week for most, if not all, of our North American live events. The videographer may also be assigned to cover fighter features, specialty shoots, and other global projects related to Live Event Production. Beyond camera operation, this role is encouraged to contribute creatively - offering ideation and direction, assisting with the visual styling (art, background, and overall aesthetic) of our standard shoots, and driving innovation in how we approach content capture.

  • Creates high-end visual styles using lighting and camera techniques for the required fight hype and ancillary video needs each week for the live event broadcast.
  • Build out, light and balance a pop-up interview site usually in the host hotel at each event or locally on the UFC campus in Las Vegas.
  • Build out, light and balance the fighter posing stations, both against the uniform background and in front of a green screen.
  • Shoot dynamic posing and shadow boxing from multiple angles for all new and veteran fighters when needed for fight promotion.
  • Scout & shoot localized scenic shots, beauty shots and iconic geographical places in cities where events are held to use leading up to and within broadcast.
  • Potentially man a camera during the live broadcast for assets and video to be used within it.
  • Must scout locations for fighter feature shoots and potential specialized shoots.
  • Observes sets or locations for potential problems and to determine filming and lighting requirements.
  • Shoots stylized footage for promotional and product spots, show opens, features, trailers, sizzle reels, branded content, and more.
  • Works closely with producers, directors, writers, editors, and other shooters on collaborative projects.
  • Continually learns and stays ahead of the latest in camera and lighting techniques and technology.
  • Works both a regular schedule and must be flexible to work an irregular schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with extensive travel.

You Have These

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
  • Minimum 3 years’ professional experience shooting a wide variety of content for all media platforms, in both field and studio environments.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
  • Must be knowledgeable about the latest cinematography techniques and visual trends.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing is required.
  • Must be discreet and trustworthy with access to sensitive information and projects.
  • Experience with lighting design and setup desired.
  • Knowledge with Sony FS7, Canon C300 & Mark III, RED & other camera technologies desired. Must be well-versed in shooting at multiple frame rates and speeds.
  • MoVI Pro knowledge, time lapse photography and other motion control systems a plus.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Premier, AVID and DaVinci Resolve a plus.
  • Proficiency in managing, processing and transferring a high volume of media a plus.
  • Experience with working for an agency, post-production company, or broadcast creative team is a plus.
  • Sports cinematography experience a plus.
  • Experience conducting feature-based interviews a plus.
  • Ability to fly and utilize drones a plus.
  • Knowledge of Mixed Martial Arts a plus.

TKO EEO Statement

TKO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination in employment. TKO makes employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, without considering an employee’s or applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. TKO also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state or local laws. For information about Privacy and Information Security for TKO employment candidates, please review our Privacy Policy. For information regarding Terms of Use for this and other TKO websites, please review our Terms of Use.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Work experience placement, Local area, Flexible hours, Night shift,

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