Mid Level First Assistant Camera Jobs
Mid level first assistant camera jobs go to camera professionals ready to own focus-pulling responsibilities end to end, coordinate with directors of photography, and guide entry level crew with limited oversight. Openings are concentrated across Electronics & Hardware, Telecommunications, and Technology & Software, with employers like Apple, Qualcomm, and Skild AI hiring at this level now.
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The Hardware Technologies Group is looking for a Camera/Depth Engineering Program Manager (EPM) that will be responsible for driving design, development, and integration of next-generation camera and depth modules into iPhone, iPad, and Mac products. In this highly multi-functional role, you will coordinate efforts of the hardware, optics, software, mechanical engineering, and operations teams to design, manufacture, and integrate high-quality cameras for Apple's entire product line. Are you ready to help us create inspiring products? Apply to join our team.
Description
Leading an hardware engineering team through designing, manufacturing, testing, and validation of camera and depth modules. Defining and driving the build plan for multiple module integrators, serving as the primary lead during module development, and advocating for the best camera performance throughout the organization. Creating and maintaining project schedules and budgets. Collaborating with engineering managers and peer engineering program managers on supervising and maintaining the execution plan and status, through personal connections, processes, and tools. Navigating interpersonal conflicts and bringing people together. Responsible for delivering depth and camera modules on schedule, facilitating risk management, and communicating status and issues to the development team and Apple executives. Facilitating effective communication and transparency between the cooperating cross-functional teams. Understanding technical issues and driving them to closure by bringing key stakeholders for decision-making. Demonstrated experience leveraging AI tools and technologies to enhance program management efficiency, data analysis, and decision-making. Ability to travel internationally required.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering/Physics or related field.
- 3+ years experience as an engineering manager in hardware domains or as a program/project manager.
- Knowledge of mass-production consumer electronics products, supply chain, and test processes.
- Experience with international OEM/ODM partners/vendors.
- Know-how and passion for photography, digital imaging, and consumer products.
- Experience with a multinational development environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering/Physics or related field.
- Working knowledge of optics and lens design.
- Camera module design, development, or project management experience.
- Mobile phone system design; specifically system integration and manufacturing experience.
- Extraordinary listening, presentation, and communication skills.
- Self-motivated and hard-working with proven creative and critical thinking capabilities.
- Excellent leadership skills and ability to encourage team members.
- Creative and organized with the ability of creating high quality plans and status reports.
- Ability to filter and distill relevant information for the right audience is critical.
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $137,500 and $250,700, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant
At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplace
Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
The Hardware Technologies Group is looking for a Camera/Depth Engineering Program Manager (EPM) that will be responsible for driving design, development, and integration of next-generation camera and depth modules into iPhone, iPad, and Mac products. In this highly multi-functional role, you will coordinate efforts of the hardware, optics, software, mechanical engineering, and operations teams to design, manufacture, and integrate high-quality cameras for Apple's entire product line. Are you ready to help us create inspiring products? Apply to join our team.
Description
Leading an hardware engineering team through designing, manufacturing, testing, and validation of camera and depth modules. Defining and driving the build plan for multiple module integrators, serving as the primary lead during module development, and advocating for the best camera performance throughout the organization. Creating and maintaining project schedules and budgets. Collaborating with engineering managers and peer engineering program managers on supervising and maintaining the execution plan and status, through personal connections, processes, and tools. Navigating interpersonal conflicts and bringing people together. Responsible for delivering depth and camera modules on schedule, facilitating risk management, and communicating status and issues to the development team and Apple executives. Facilitating effective communication and transparency between the cooperating cross-functional teams. Understanding technical issues and driving them to closure by bringing key stakeholders for decision-making. Demonstrated experience leveraging AI tools and technologies to enhance program management efficiency, data analysis, and decision-making. Ability to travel internationally required.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering/Physics or related field.
- 3+ years experience as an engineering manager in hardware domains or as a program/project manager.
- Knowledge of mass-production consumer electronics products, supply chain, and test processes.
- Experience with international OEM/ODM partners/vendors.
- Know-how and passion for photography, digital imaging, and consumer products.
- Experience with a multinational development environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering/Physics or related field.
- Working knowledge of optics and lens design.
- Camera module design, development, or project management experience.
- Mobile phone system design; specifically system integration and manufacturing experience.
- Extraordinary listening, presentation, and communication skills.
- Self-motivated and hard-working with proven creative and critical thinking capabilities.
- Excellent leadership skills and ability to encourage team members.
- Creative and organized with the ability of creating high quality plans and status reports.
- Ability to filter and distill relevant information for the right audience is critical.
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $137,500 and $250,700, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant
At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplace
Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
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Mid Level First Assistant Camera Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level first assistant camera job?
Position your existing experience around ownership and precision. Highlight productions where you pulled focus independently, managed the camera department's paperwork and lens kits, and solved problems on set without direction. Tailor your resume to show specific formats and camera systems you've mastered. Applying through platforms that surface relevant openings by experience level lets you target roles that match your current depth rather than starting from scratch.
Which companies hire mid level first assistant cameras?
Companies hiring mid level first assistant cameras right now include Apple, Qualcomm, and Skild AI, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from production companies, studios, and commercial production houses that run ongoing projects and need camera assistants who can operate independently on professional sets.
Are there remote mid level first assistant camera jobs?
Yes, though remote work is limited in this hands-on role. About 40% of mid level first assistant camera openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to cover pre-production planning, lens prep coordination, or camera department management tasks that can be handled off set rather than active filming work.
How do I move up to a mid level first assistant camera role?
Moving from entry level into a mid level first assistant camera role comes from accumulating varied production credits and deepening your technical precision over time. Focus on pulling focus consistently across different formats, building fluency with professional cinema camera systems, and taking on second assistant camera duties that build your understanding of the full camera department. Demonstrable ownership on progressively larger sets signals readiness for mid level responsibility.
Which industries hire the most mid level first assistant cameras?
Mid Level first assistant camera roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, Telecommunications, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors sustain consistent production volume that creates steady demand for experienced camera assistants who can step into established crews and contribute immediately.