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Videographer jobs in California are concentrated in entertainment, streaming, advertising, and corporate media production, with demand at every level from entry-level production assistants to senior directors of photography. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego are the largest hiring metros, anchored by employers like Netflix, Hulu, and the University of California system, which maintain ongoing production needs across campuses and studios statewide. The most in-demand specialties are narrative film and television, branded content, and event videography. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Beat-Sonic USA is the US branch of Beat-Sonic Japan. Since 2007 we have built 12-volt audio, camera and infotainment upgrades for Toyota, Lexus, Honda and Subaru owners, and we sell them direct to the people who drive them. YouTube is how most of those people meet us. We are looking for the person who owns that channel.
This is not a "cut the footage we hand you" job. You take a video from idea to upload. You plan the shoot, run the camera, direct on set, cut the edit, build the thumbnail, write the title and description, publish it, then read the analytics and use them to make the next one better.
You work with a team. A video editor supports you, cutting videos alongside you and helping with thumbnails and graphics, while you stay on the shoot, the story and the numbers.
Responsibilities
- Own the Beat-Sonic USA YouTube channel end to end, long-form and Shorts.
- Hold the upload schedule: 3 long-form videos and 4 to 5 Shorts published every week.
- Plan and run shoots at our La Mirada facility and on location: concepts, shot lists, scheduling vehicles and installs with our tech team.
- Shoot it yourself. Camera, lighting, audio, and directing talent on set.
- Edit and finish: graphics, animation, music, color, sound design, exports.
- Direct the video editor supporting you. Split the edits, set deadlines, give notes, keep thumbnails and quality consistent across everything that goes out.
- Build thumbnails and write titles from our playbook, which is based on our own click-through data.
- Write descriptions, tags, timestamps and platform-specific captions for YouTube, Instagram, TikTok and Facebook.
- Own the analytics in YouTube Studio: click-through rate, average view duration, retention curves, subscriber growth, traffic sources. Report monthly on what is working and change what is not.
- Support photo and graphic needs, plus a few events per year.
Requirements
- 3+ years shooting and editing video, including at least 1 year accountable for a channel or content program.
- Reel or portfolio. We want work you shot AND edited, not only edits of someone else's footage.
- Adobe Creative Cloud. Premiere Pro and After Effects required. Photoshop, Lightroom, Audition and Media Encoder used regularly.
- Hands-on camera and lighting skill. You build the shot, you do not wait for someone to build it for you.
- YouTube analytics. You can walk us through click-through rate, retention and traffic sources on a channel you worked on, and what you changed because of them. Bring real numbers.
- Comfortable directing people on camera, including staff who are not professional talent.
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work around vehicles and installs.
- Reliable daily commute to La Mirada, CA. This role is in person.
- Available a few weekends per year for events, maybe travel.
- Automotive enthusiast preferred.
Hiring process
- Application with your reel and your analytics answer.
- Phone screen.
- In-person interview at our La Mirada facility.
- Paid test project, 2 to 3 hours. A short shoot and edit so both sides know the fit is right.
What we offer
- Full ownership of a channel, a video editor supporting you, and the product to work with, not a content calendar handed down to you.
- A team that ships. Installs happen here every week, so there is always something to shoot.
- Room to grow into running the entire content operation as the channel grows.
Pay and benefits
$19+ per hour based on experience, plus 10% of the monthly YouTube monetization payout after the probationary period, plus an annual bonus based on overall company and YouTube performance. Benefits available after a 3-month probationary period: 401(k), 401(k) matching, employee discount, health insurance, paid time off, paid holidays.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person, La Mirada, CA
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Link your reel or portfolio. Which pieces did you shoot as well as edit?
- Describe a channel or content program you were responsible for. What were the click-through rate and average view duration, and what did you change to move them?
- What camera and lighting gear do you use? What do you own, and what would you need provided?
- Have you directed non-professional talent on camera? Give one example.
Ability to Commute:
- La Mirada, CA 90638 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in videographer jobs across California.
- Portfolio demonstrating professional video production work across multiple formats and genres
- Proficiency with industry-standard cameras such as Sony FX, ARRI, or Canon Cinema line
- Experience editing in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve
- Strong command of lighting setups, color grading, and audio synchronization techniques
- Ability to manage full production cycles from pre-production planning through final delivery
- Familiarity with California-based union guidelines, including IATSE agreements where applicable
Videographer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a videographer in California?
California does not require a state-issued license to work as a videographer, so the path centers on building a professional portfolio and gaining on-set experience. Most employers look for a degree or certificate in film production, communications, or a related field from programs offered at California State University campuses, UC schools, or community colleges with strong media arts programs. Union membership through IATSE can significantly expand access to film and television work in Los Angeles.
Which companies hire videographers in California?
Employers hiring videographers in California right now include ALIGCUS, Best Friend Finance, and Tesla, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's concentration of entertainment studios, technology companies, and large university systems makes it one of the most active states for ongoing videographer hiring across a wide range of industries.
Which California cities have the most videographer jobs?
Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Oakland have the most videographer openings in California. Los Angeles dominates because of its film studios, streaming production hubs, and advertising agencies, while San Francisco and San Diego draw demand from technology companies, biotech firms, and corporate media teams that rely on in-house video production for marketing and communications.
Are there remote videographer jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. About 15% of videographer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on, on-location nature of most production work. The portions of the role most likely to be performed remotely are post-production tasks such as editing, color grading, and motion graphics work that do not require physical presence on set.
How can I get hired as a videographer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is production assistant work on film or television sets in Los Angeles, where IATSE affiliated studios and independent production companies regularly hire without requiring prior credits. Community college media arts programs across California, particularly at schools like Los Angeles City College, offer certificate credentials that give candidates an edge. Adjacent roles such as photographer, live event technician, or social media content creator are common lateral moves that open the door to full videographer positions.
Where can I find and apply to videographer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to videographer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the roles available, find the ones that fit your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the positions that match what you are looking for.
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