Mid Level Second Assistant Camera Jobs
Mid level second assistant camera jobs go to camera department professionals ready to own floor-level coordination end to end, mentor production assistants, and make real-time equipment decisions with minimal supervision. Openings are predominantly on-set and location-based 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 Second Assistant Camera Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level second assistant camera job?
Position yourself as someone who has owned the second AC role completely, not just assisted with it. Emphasize credits where you managed full camera packages independently, coordinated directly with the director of photography, and kept production moving under pressure. Tailor your resume to show continuity across varied productions and depth in a specific format or genre rather than a broad list of titles.
Which companies hire mid level second assistant cameras?
Companies hiring mid level second assistant cameras right now include Apple, Qualcomm, and Skild AI, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes from mid-to-large production companies, streaming content studios, and commercial production houses with enough volume to need dedicated, experienced camera department crew.
Are there remote mid level second assistant camera jobs?
Yes, though most second AC work is inherently on-set, some production coordination and camera prep roles allow remote or hybrid arrangements. About 40% of mid level second assistant camera openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting administrative, pre-production, or equipment management components that can be handled off-location.
How do I move up to a mid level second assistant camera role?
Moving from entry level into mid level means demonstrating consistent ownership of the second AC responsibilities across multiple productions without close supervision. Build depth in a specific camera system or format, take on increasingly complex shoots, and develop a reputation for reliability with rental houses and camera operators. Measurable impact, like reducing equipment downtime or streamlining loader coordination, signals readiness for mid level work.
Which industries hire the most mid level second assistant cameras?
Mid Level second assistant camera roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, Telecommunications, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they sustain consistent production schedules that require experienced camera department crew who can step in and lead without a learning curve.