Videographer

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization, with more than 700 million fans and approximately 300 million social media followers. The organization produces over 40 live events annually in prestigious arenas worldwide, broadcasting to over 950 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, a leading streaming service for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.

About the role

This position is responsible for capturing a wide variety of content for all media platforms, from filming documentaries in the field to promotional shoots in a studio setting and beyond. The role encourages creative contributions, including ideation, direction, organizational leadership, and innovative approaches to work.

Responsibilities

• Creates high-end visual styles using lighting and camera techniques for high-profile shoots in field and studio settings.
• Shoots for a wide array of projects, including long-form documentaries, interview shows, and studio-based series for linear television networks and UFC Fight Pass.
• Produces stylized footage for promotional and product spots, show opens, features, trailers, sizzle reels, branded content, and more.
• Directs lighting design and setup for shoots of various types and sizes.
• Captures cinematic documentary footage at UFC live events and various locations.
• Works closely with producers, directors, writers, editors, and other shooters on collaborative projects.
• Stays ahead of the latest camera and lighting techniques and technology.
• Works an irregular schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with extensive travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 5 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.
• Knowledgeable about the latest cinematography techniques and visual trends.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Discretion and trustworthiness with access to sensitive information and projects.

Skills

• Documentary filming experience (desired).
• Experience with lighting design and setup (desired).
• Proficiency with ARRI Amira, ARRI Alexa Mini, and Sony FS7 camera technologies (desired).
• Knowledge of MoVI Pro, time-lapse photography, and other motion control systems (a plus).
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere and DaVinci Resolve (a plus).
• Experience working for an agency, post-production company, or broadcast creative team (a plus).
• Sports cinematography experience (a plus).
• Knowledge of Mixed Martial Arts (a plus).