Camera Operator & Editor - Neom, Ksa

Whisper is a BAFTA-winning global production company, co-owned by Sony Pictures Television, and home to more than 350 employees and freelancers working across the UK and internationally.

We produce world-class content including Formula One, UEFA, Paralympics, prime-time documentaries, and entertainment shows for major broadcasters and brands.

We are now looking for a talented Camera Operator & Editor to join our team on a 6-month freelancer basis based in NEOM, Saudi Arabia, with the possibility of extension.

This is not a permanent employee role, but comes with a full package of support and benefits, including accommodation, daily transport, meals, return flights, visa sponsorship, and healthcare.

Working days are Sunday–Thursday.

This is a unique chance to combine your professional craft with a one-of-a-kind experience.

You’ll work on a wide variety of content while living in NEOM, a hub for innovation and creativity, with the opportunity to develop your career, expand your network, and explore a dynamic community and incredible landscapes in your downtime.

We particularly welcome applications from Saudi nationals as part of our commitment to building and supporting local talent.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate camera equipment to an intermediate level on shoots, including lighting and audio set ups.


• Demonstrate a good understanding of composition, framing, light levels, exposure and camera settings to achieve the “look” sought by Directors/Producers.


• Be prepared to discuss the alternative approaches to shooting with Director/Producers in order to achieve the best outcome.


• Provide direct support and advice to Production Teams and other camera operators.


• Drive kit to shoots


• Be proactive in developing skills as an ENG operator


• Offline and online editing on Adobe Premiere Pro


• Working, as part of a team, across a wide range of content for a digital and social channels


• Basic grading and sound mixing


• Understanding the technical requirements to meet and uphold QC standards


• Ensuring that the output complies with Whisper’s editorial, technical, design and accessibility standards, whilst always working to the company’s Health and Safety policy


• Keeping abreast of developments and trends in the Digital space and make suggestions for creative content


• Upholding the reputation of the company by embodying the ethos of Whisper

Please note that responsibilities may be amended, added to, or removed to reflect the changing needs of the production or organisation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Excellent organisational and time management skills


• Experience of working in a pressurised environment within a team


• Intermediate camera operating skills inc lighting and sound


• Intermediate IT skills, including knowledge of a range of software packages including Adobe Premiere


• The capacity to prioritise tasks and work under pressure


• Ability to work effectively with others and manage relationships in a diverse team


• Have a proactive attitude to work and promote a positive work ethic in the team


• Strong oral and written communication skills


• Ability to work on your own initiative


• Good attention to detail


• Flexibility and adaptability to changing workloads and new systems


• Ability to check camera equipment and identify any issues


• Comprehensive knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro and experience of creating exciting edits


• Passion for creativity and visual storytelling, and ambition to work as part of the team to suggest new ideas and designs


• Demonstrated ability and experience of producing engaging, entertaining, and creative features.


• Understanding of the technical specifications, creative and editorial requirements for delivering output directly to social media platforms


• Understanding of media management, requesting, and ingesting of content


• Ability to understand a brief from the internal production team and external clients


• Ability to work independently as well as alongside a Producer


• Flexibility of working days and hours to fulfil needs at crucial points


• Several years’ previous experience in the industry


• Creativity with the ability to bring a fresh new approach to creating engaging and evolving output

Whisper is committed to fair and inclusive employment practices, in line with local law.

LOCATION:

NEOM, KSA. Contract includes accommodation, ground transport, return flight allowance, meal plan

(breakfast, lunch & dinner) and visa to work in KSA.

WORKING DAYS: 

Sunday – Thursday

START:

Thursday 6th November 2025, six months freelance basis with benefits, with possibility of an extension.

RENUMERATION:

To be discussed depending on experience

APPLICATION CLOSING:

Friday 26th September

HOW TO APPLY: 

If this is a position and experience you are interested in, then please upload your CV, provide a cover note explaining why you are the right candidate for this role and share links to your showreel.