Photography Equipment Technician

The Adorama Used & Trade division is the best kept secret in the professional photography and video production world. We’ve been buying and trading used photography, film/video, audio and lighting equipment since 1989. When customers are looking to upgrade their systems or trade them in for cash, they send their equipment to us! Our team of highly-trained professionals and technicians evaluate customers’ equipment accurately and we make it our mission to provide our clients with an honest and fair offer. We are proud of our high success rate and positive customer experience. We’ve since expanded our categories and have included popular items such as musical instruments, hi-fidelity audio as well as drones, gaming computers and virtual reality headsets - nothing is too big or too small!

Job Summary

We are on the lookout for our next Video Specialist to join our team! If you have a video, photo or general technical background, we’d like to hear from you! You would be joining a growing team of professionals in our rapidly expanding Adorama Used & Trade division. You'll help us ensure that all incoming video and photo equipment – used or open-box - is thoroughly inspected and all quality assurance standards are met. Daily tasks will include testing the functionality of the equipment and assessing imperfections. You'll also be researching product history, exploring current market used rates and writing copies using our powerful inventory management software.

What will you do?

• This role does not require repairing equipment.
• Inspect and operate video & photo camera and accessories, audio and lighting equipment to ensure functionality.
• Conduct quality control procedures and identify any imperfections with the equipment.
• Identify key missing parts.
• Assess like-new equipment for any defects and record results with accuracy in our proprietary inventory software.
• Prepare write-ups to be listed on our website and various e-marketplaces.
• May be asked to perform additional essential duties throughout the department and cross training.

What you bring!

• Industry-relevant education and/or experience in film and video production is desired.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Must possess a positive attitude and willingness to learn how to use and identify equipment.
• Must be detail-oriented, exhibit strong organizational skills, and demonstrate the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Demonstrate curiosity in learning several types of video, photo, audio and lighting equipment
• Able to work independently on assigned tasks and accept direction on given assignments.
• Able to lift up to 50lbs worth of equipment throughout the workday.

What's in it for you?

• Clear Path for Growth: Ability to advance through 3 Specialists Levels as early as 6 months through performance and knowledge evaluations.
• Monthly Productivity Bonus
• 401K match
• Referral Bonus up to $500
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance after 60 days
• Company paid life insurance of $10,000
• PTO increasing yearly until reaching 80 hours
• Holiday pay for closed holidays after 90 days
• Weekly pay

Pay range for this role:

$19.50 - $19.50 USD