Production Assistant

Production Assistant - Corporate Conference (Savannah, GA)

Job Type: Freelance

Location: Savannah, GA (local hire preferred)

Dates: 2 days (exact dates provided upon contact)

Pay: $30-$40/hr (based on experience)

Guaranteed: 8 hours per day / 16 hours total guaranteed

Overview

We're looking for a reliable, experienced Production Assistant to support a small video production team during the ASHHRA Conference in Savannah, Georgia.

This project involves capturing candid, authentic moments between conference attendees, networking interactions, booth activity, handshakes, smiles, and overall positive conference energy for highlight reels and promotional content. The role will also include assisting with interview setups in a separate filming area.

Preference will be given to candidates local to Savannah or the surrounding area. Limited travel consideration may be available for highly qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

Operate either a Sony FX9 or Sony A7R V (depending on production needs) to capture candid b-roll and attendee interactions; camera settings and technical setup will be handled by the lead producer

Assist with interview setup, including:

Micing up participants

Getting talent prepped and ready

Helping manage flow in the interview area

Support basic lighting setups for interviews (lighting will be provided)

Assist with light photography as needed

General production support during a live conference environment

Equipment & Experience

Prior experience working corporate events, conferences, or live events is strongly preferred

Some familiarity with Sony cameras (FX9, A7 series, or similar) is ideal

You should be comfortable operating the camera and following creative guidance

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, professional event environment

Schedule & Pay Details

Day 1: Up to 8 hours

Day 2: Up to 8 hours

Guaranteed pay for 16 total hours across both days

Actual working hours may be less, but availability for both full days is required

Additional hours beyond 16 will be paid hourly at the agreed rate

Please confirm availability for both days

If you're only available one day, specify which day

To Apply

Please include:

A brief summary of your event or corporate production experience

Any experience with Sony cameras (no need to be an expert)

Confirmation of availability for both days (or which day you're available)

Your hourly rate within the $30-$40 range

My Staff Me Up and Backstage profiles show a strong history of similar productions and completed jobs. Looking for someone professional, dependable, and easy to work with.

This is a freelance Production Assistant role supporting conference video production during the ASHHRA Conference in Savannah, GA. The hourly rate ranges from $30-$40 per hour, based on experience, familiarity with corporate/conference environments, and comfort working with Sony cameras.

A guaranteed minimum of 16 hours will be paid across the two production days, even if the full time is not utilized, in exchange for holding availability for both scheduled days. Any additional hours worked beyond the 16-hour guarantee will be paid hourly at the agreed rate.

Production equipment will be provided.