Question 1

What is your hiring process?

Accepted Answer

We follow a multi-step process to ensure the right fit for our team and the applicant:

1. Application Screening
 We review applications based on experience, professionalism, and relevant work samples. While we look for strong qualifications, we also value personality and communication skills.
Please note: We may not always be hiring. If we don’t reach out right away, we’ll keep your application on file and follow up once a position opens up.
2. Screening Call
 Qualified applicants are invited to a brief call where we discuss experience and assess communication style, enthusiasm, and alignment with our team culture.
3. Paid Audition Projects
 Applicants who move forward will receive a copy of the employment agreement (for review only) and be invited to complete at least three paid, per-project assignments. This gives both sides a chance to evaluate working together in real-world conditions.
4. Job Offer
 Those who demonstrate strong skills, professionalism, and a great attitude during the audition period may receive an offer for a part-time or full-time W-2 employee role, which often includes benefits.

Question 2

How many years of professional experience are you looking for?

Accepted Answer

We define professional experience as paid work relevant to the position you are applying for, outside of school.

For project managers, a minimum of 2 years of experience directing or project management.

For camera operators, a minimum of 2 years of professional experience.

For video editors, a minimum of 1 years of experience.

For photographers, a minimum of 2 years of experience.

Question 3

What are the starting rates?

Accepted Answer

All of the following positions are W2 employee roles.Project Manager: This is a full time position Starting Pay: $40 per hour Bonus Pay: 2 Weeks PTO, Sick Pay 3 days, Holiday PayMonthly health insurance stipendCamera Operator
Base Pay: $30 per hour when working on a shoot with a director, and $40 per hour when serving as the solo videographer for b-roll only shoots (the only crew member on set, for small and simple shoots). And $60 per hour when serving as the Solo Videographer on a shoot in which audio recording is needed (such as a talking head or podcast video shoot).
Bonus Pay: -2 Camera Bonus: +$10 per hour for operating 2 cameras at once, such as during testimonials or podcasts where the cameras are stagnant on tripods .-Personal Equipment Bonus: +$25 flat rate per item (camera, lens, lights, microphones) per filming day when using your personal equipment.
Benefits: -If scheduled less than 40 hours per week: Sick Pay 3 days-If scheduled full time: Sick Pay 3 days, 2 Weeks PTO,  Holiday Pay, Monthly health insurance stipendDrone Operator:This position has the opportunity as a full time role for applicants who can also operate video cameras and video edit when they are not drone operating.
Base Pay: $50 per hour
Benefits: -If scheduled less than 40 hours per week: Sick Pay 3 days-If scheduled full time: Sick Pay 3 days, 2 Weeks PTO,  Holiday Pay, Monthly health insurance stipendBonus: Personal Equipment Bonus: $25 flat rate for using your person drone.Photographer:This position has the opportunity as a full time role for applicants who can also operate video cameras and video edit when they are not photographing.
Base Pay: $30 per hour
Bonus Pay: Personal Equipment Bonus: +$25 flat rate per item (camera, lens, lights) per filming day when using personal gear
Benefits: -If scheduled less than 40 hours per week: Sick Pay 3 days-If scheduled full time: Sick Pay 3 days, 2 Weeks PTO,  Holiday Pay, Monthly health insurance stipendVideo Editor:This position has the opportunity as a full time role for applicants who can also operate video cameras when they are not video editing.
Base Pay: $25 per hour
Benefits: -If scheduled less than 40 hours per week: Sick Pay 3 days-If scheduled full time: Sick Pay 3 days, 2 Weeks PTO,  Holiday Pay, Monthly health insurance stipend

Question 4

How does training work?

Accepted Answer

All Training Is Paid Per Hour
New team members of Voyage Pro typically have 3 parts to their training.

Part 1 - Course: 
We have an online training course that you're paid to take. This course covers the fundamentals of the position, such as how to submit your hours, how payroll works, how scheduling works, company culture, etc.

Part 2 - Shadowing:
We typically have all positions shadow on at least three to five shoots to learn our process and expectations. (We might give you our company phone or a camera to take some fun, candid BTS)

Part 3 - Assisting:
After shadowing, team members assist on at least three to five more shoots to gain hands-on experience and feel comfortable in their role.

Question 5

Am I applying to be an employee or a contractor?

Accepted Answer

All positions are for W2 employment and not W9 contractors. This includes Project Managers, Video Crew, Video Editors, Assistants, and Photographers.

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Frequently asked questions

What is your hiring process?

How many years of professional experience are you looking for?

What are the starting rates?

How does training work?

Am I applying to be an employee or a contractor?