Film Equipment Technical Trainee

About Brownian Motion

Brownian Motion is a London‑based camera rental and VFX technical services company specialising in multi‑camera array capture, virtual production, and post delivery. We offer technically innovate capture solutions for clients including major film and TV productions globally from our UK base. More info at: www.brownianmotion.co.uk

As part of our growth and commitment to nurture emerging talent, we are seeking an motivated and proactive technical trainee to join our team on a full-time basis.

The role

As a technical trainee, you will work with our in house team supporting camera rental, VFX capture systems, data management, vehicle rigging, and general technical operations. You will learn hands‑on, develop technical skills, and assist senior engineers and technicians in delivering complex projects.

You will:

Drive company vans as needed - delivery or collection of equipment (though infrequent this may be during unsociable hours).
Support operations: camera and equipment prep, troubleshooting.
Assist in the setup, maintenance, calibration, and testing of camera, lens, vehicle, camera and stabilisation systems.
Help build and configure cameras, lenses, vehicle systems, virtual production camera arrays, computer based video capture systems and assist in post: camera file ingest and logging.
Assist the engineering team to design / prototype / manufacture or test new tools or workflows
Stay current on new camera, sensor, and VFX / virtual production technology

We are looking for:

Genuine passion for technology and engineering particularly in relation to film, cameras, visual effects, virtual production, or related fields.
Technical hands-on aptitude - comfortable with any and all electronics, cameras, cars, computers.
Some experience (even personal / student) with cameras, post workflows, visual effects, 3D printing, machining, making.
Full UK driving license essential in order to facilitate occasional equipment deliveries.
Strong problem solver — willingness to jump in and troubleshoot under pressure whilst showing good organisational skills and attention to detail.
Collaborative mindset and good communication skills.
Ability to learn fast, adapt, and self‑drive.
Experience or training in film/ engineering/ mechanical or technical discipline (advantageous but not strictly required).

From us, you will receive:

On‑the‑job training across the technical departments of the company.
Exposure to industry‑level workflows, flagship projects, and experienced technical mentors.
Opportunity to build technical credibility and grow into more senior roles.
Hands‑on experience with advanced systems (multi- camera array rigs, custom capture vehicles, computer based capture).

You will be expected to:

Assist when needed to on shoots, deliveries, and troubleshooting even outside “normal hours”.
Commit to the learning process, take feedback, and show steady progression.
Uphold high standards, and care for expensive equipment.
Have good timekeeping and a can-do attitude.

Duration / compensation and progression:

This is initially a trainee / entry‑level position.
This is a full time (40hrs per week) position following three month probation period.
Salary circa 23K-25K (dependant on experience).
After training period, high potential for progression within the company to a full technical / engineering or operations role.

Applications:

Please send to: admin@brownianmotion.co.uk

Your CV / resumé
A short email / cover letter describing your interest in technical roles and any relevant technical experience.
If possible, examples / portfolios / descriptions of any personal / student / hobby projects (camera, rigs, visual effects, code, electronics etc.)

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