Professional Video Production Crew Services
Assignment Desk staffs full video production crews in 24+ US cities — Directors of Photography, audio technicians, field producers, gaffers, and more. 5,000+ shoots per year for broadcast, corporate, sports, and documentary clients.
One vendor handles crew matching, contracts, and payroll. Used by ESPN, CNN, HGTV, NFL Network, Bloomberg, and Fortune 500 production teams across the country.
Video Production Crew Positions
Book one position or a complete multi-role crew. All positions vetted and available in 24+ markets.
Director of Photography (DP)
Oversees the visual direction of the shoot. Operates the primary camera, manages crew, makes lens and lighting decisions, and ensures the footage meets the client's creative brief. Staff DPs come with a full Sony FX9 broadcast package.
Required for: ESPN, CNN, HGTV, corporate brand shoots, documentaries
Audio Technician
Captures broadcast-quality sound using boom mics, wireless lavs, and professional recorders. Handles multi-source mixing, IFB feeds, and audience microphone setups for events.
Required for: interviews, live events, multi-camera productions
Field Producer
On-the-ground production manager who executes the story plan, coordinates talent and locations, manages the crew schedule, and ensures the production delivers what the edit suite needs.
Required for: news, documentary, branded content, multi-day shoots
Gaffer
Chief lighting technician who designs and executes the lighting plan under the DP's direction. Rigs practical and professional LED/tungsten fixtures to achieve the look for any production type.
Required for: studio productions, branded content, controlled-lighting shoots
Assistant Camera (AC)
Supports the DP by pulling focus, operating secondary cameras, managing media cards, and building/tearing down the camera package. Essential on narrative and multi-camera shoots.
Required for: narrative, multi-camera, high-volume shoot days
Production Assistant (PA)
Handles set logistics — talent wrangling, prop management, traffic control, equipment transport, and anything the DP or producer needs to keep the day on schedule.
Required for: all production types; scales up for larger events
Crew for Every Production Type
From breaking news to long-form documentary — Assignment Desk crews all production formats.
Broadcast / News
ESPN, CNN, NBC, Bloomberg, Fox
ENG-style camera crews for news gathering, live events, and breaking coverage across all markets.
Corporate & Brand
Fortune 500, Comcast, IBM, Deloitte
Polished corporate interview crews, product launches, training videos, and branded content for marketing teams.
Sports
NFL, PGA Tour, UFC, CBS Sports
Field crews for sports features, athlete interviews, game-day coverage, and multi-camera event production.
Documentary & Long-Form
HBO, Discovery, HGTV, Magnolia
Embedded documentary crews for reality series, lifestyle shows, and long-form branded storytelling.
Services Offered
Every crew role from camera to post — one vendor, one invoice.
Directors of Photography
Highly skilled cameramen that oversee shoot direction and manage several crew members.
Audio Technicians
Audio operators that can manage multiple sources and achieve great sound on their gear or yours.
Field Producers
Writers that oversee the production of a story and execute your vision on the ground.
Professional Cine Cameras
Arri Alexa, Red Epic, Red Dragon, Red Scarlet and more.
Grips/Gaffers
Sturdy hands that help arrange and move equipment to assist the cameraman.
Two Person Camera Crew
Knowledgeable cameraman with a good eye, and an audio operator that can manage multiple audio sources.
Video Production Crew by City
Staff crews available in 24+ US markets. Click any city for local crew profiles and availability.
What Production Companies Say
“Everything went really well! Crew was fantastic and the end result was great. Thanks for the collaboration as always!”
AKA Media
“Thank you for everything with our two days in Brooklyn, and for rolling with the situations and added needs that sprung up during our two shows”
Stadium
“Thank you and your team for all of their hard work. Especially our last minute requests.”
Brunswick Group
“Love working with your team on locating crews, makes my life easier.”
KEF Media
“The team has been great. No complaints whatsoever. It's always a pleasure working with you!”
Players Alliance
“Everything went really well the crew was great you all did a great job finding us some really solid people, made my job easier.”
MLB
“I've just had an initial look through the rushes and everything looks great. The interviews are really strong, and you did an excellent job getting that B-roll in the time you had — it's much appreciated.”
First Look TV
Great to work with!
“Jack was awesome and very helpful on the ground capturing the content. Overall they were really great to work with!”
Players Alliance
Jack and Karl were pros
“Went great! Jack and Karl were pros and interacted professionally with our clients.”
Jams
Very Professional
“Shoot went well. Jack was very professional and accommodating.”
Storyline Films
Video Production Crew — Frequently Asked Questions
What is a video production crew?
What is a video production crew?
A video production crew is the team of professionals who plan, capture, and produce video content. A typical crew includes a Director of Photography (DP) who operates the camera and oversees the visual look, an audio technician who captures clean sound, a field producer who manages story execution and talent, and support roles like gaffer (lighting), grip, and production assistant. Assignment Desk staffs single-person crews through full multi-role teams depending on production scope.
What crew positions does Assignment Desk provide?
What crew positions does Assignment Desk provide?
Assignment Desk staffs over 20 crew positions: Director of Photography, Camera Operator, Audio Technician, Field Producer, Gaffer, Grip, Production Assistant, Teleprompter Operator, Makeup Artist, Drone Operator (FAA Part 107), Still Photographer, Editor, and more. All positions are available in 24+ US markets, with same-day availability in major cities.
How many people do I need on a video production crew?
How many people do I need on a video production crew?
Crew size depends on production scope. A corporate interview or ENG shoot typically needs 1–2 people: a DP or camera operator and optionally an audio tech. A branded content shoot may need 3–5: DP, audio, producer, and lighting support. A full multi-camera event can require 8–15 crew across roles. Assignment Desk coordinates crew-size recommendations during the booking process based on your brief.
How far in advance do I need to book a video production crew?
How far in advance do I need to book a video production crew?
Assignment Desk can confirm crew same-day for urgent shoots in major markets. Standard bookings receive confirmation within 60 minutes. For large productions, multi-city shoots, or specialty equipment requests, booking 48–72 hours in advance ensures the best match. Rush bookings are always accepted — just note the urgency on the brief.
Does Assignment Desk provide video production crew nationwide?
Does Assignment Desk provide video production crew nationwide?
Yes. Assignment Desk staffs video production crews in 24+ US markets including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, Atlanta, Washington DC, Boston, Miami, Denver, Nashville, Charlotte, Seattle, and more. The platform also covers additional markets via the 4,200+ freelance crew network for cities outside the core 24.
Video Production Crew Staffing
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Submit your brief and receive confirmed crew in under 60 minutes. 24+ US cities. Same-day availability. One vendor for crew, contracts, and payroll.