Junior Technician

AdoramaAdoramaNew York, New York, United States
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Posted

8/26/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$21 - $23/hr

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The Junior Technician is responsible for preparing, testing, and maintaining professional cinema equipment for rental clients. They also assist with inventory management, equipment check-outs, and providing basic technical support to ensure production readiness.

Requirements overview

Candidates should have basic knowledge of professional cinema or video equipment and strong organizational skills. Previous experience in a rental house or production environment is preferred but not required.

Key skills

Cinema camera operationLens maintenanceEquipment testingInventory managementTroubleshootingTechnical supportCamera buildsSDI systemsHDMI systemsTimecodeWireless video systemsWireless audio systemsProduction workflowsEquipment cleaningCustomer service

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About Adorama

Industry

Photography

Employees

470

Type

Privately Held

Size

501-1,000 employees

We are so much more than just a camera store… we've become the #1 place for all content-creators, photographers, vloggers and anything you can imagine to help you capture, enjoy and share life’s moments on your platform or with your friends and family. We are always striving to grow and love to hear feedback from our loyal patrons and the otherwise curious; drop us a line, like or comment! Located in New York City, Adorama is the affordable photography, electronics, video and camera store. We carry a large selection of camera equipment and have the best prices in the NYC area. Whether you're a professional photographer or just starting out, our helpful and knowledgeable salespeople will help select the right studio gear, lighting, tripods and camera equipment just for you.

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Job categories

Creative & MediaTradesLogisticsCustomer Service & Support

Description

Our Story At Adorama Rental Company, we are dedicated to empowering creators by working hand-in-hand to help them bring their vision to life—and beyond. As a trusted partner to the cinema community, we provide the tools, technical expertise, and innovative solutions that make the impossible possible. Growth Mindset: We set high standards, embrace failure, and are open to change. Be Customer-Centered: We focus on the end-to-end customer experience. Take Ownership & Dig Deeper: We are proactive, use data, and avoid shortcuts. Think Like a Start-Up: We move fast, stay flexible, and celebrate every win. Be Humble & Respectful: We assume positive intent, listen actively, and support one another. What You'll Do We are looking for a motivated and technically minded Junior Technician to join our cinema equipment rental team. The role involves preparing, testing, maintaining, and supporting professional film and cinema equipment for productions, shoots, and events. The ideal candidate is hands-on, organized, eager to learn, and comfortable working in a fast-paced rental environment. Key Responsibilities Prepare, test, clean, and inspect cinema cameras, lenses, monitors, wireless systems, and related equipment. Assist with equipment check-outs, check-ins, packing, and inventory. Build and test camera packages according to production requirements. Troubleshoot basic technical issues and escalate more complex problems to senior technicians. Perform routine maintenance and report damaged or faulty equipment. Assist technicians and clients with equipment setup and basic technical support. Keep rental equipment organized, labeled, and ready for the next production. Maintain accurate records of equipment, accessories, batteries, cables, and other inventory. Help load and unload equipment safely when required. Follow company procedures for equipment handling, testing, and safety. Stay current with new cinema technology and equipment. Responsibilities may evolve over time; employees maybe asked to take on additional duties as needed to support business priorities What Will Help You Thrive Basic knowledge of professional cinema or video equipment. Familiarity with cameras, lenses, monitors, batteries, media, cables, and accessories is preferred. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to troubleshoot problems logically. Comfortable working with hands and handling expensive technical equipment responsibly. Good communication and customer service skills. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Willingness to learn new equipment and technical processes. Previous rental-house, production, camera assistant, or technical experience is a plus but not required. Preferred Skills Experience with professional cinema cameras and lenses. Basic understanding of SDI, HDMI, timecode, power, and wireless video/audio systems. Familiarity with camera builds and production workflows. Basic computer and inventory management skills. This is a hands-on role in a professional cinema rental environment. The position may involve lifting and moving equipment, working flexible hours around production schedules, and occasionally assisting with early-morning, late-night, or weekend rentals. Ready to Join Our Team of Creators? Apply today and let’s create something extraordinary together. Pay range for this role: $21—$23 USD

Requirements

  • Cinema camera operation
  • Lens maintenance
  • Equipment testing
  • Inventory management
  • Troubleshooting
  • Technical support
  • Camera builds
  • SDI systems
  • HDMI systems
  • Timecode
  • Wireless video systems
  • Wireless audio systems
  • Production workflows
  • Equipment cleaning
  • Customer service

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