About Atlas

Make Cinematography Personal. Atlas Lens Co. (atlaslensco.com) is a modern lens manufacturer on a mission to empower image makers to create work that’s more interesting, more personal, and more rewarding. Founded in 2016 by designer Forrest Schultz and cinematographer Dan Kanes, Atlas Lens Co. designs and manufactures affordable, high-performance lenses that deliver coveted vintage aesthetics with modern conveniences. 


Atlas Lens Co. is based in Burbank, California with sales worldwide.


Notable productions: Atlas’ flagship ORION SERIES anamorphic prime lenses are featured on Mike Cahill/Markus Förderer’s “Bliss” (2021), HBOMax’s “DC Titans,” Hulu’s “The Hardy Boys” (2020), STARZ’s “American Gods” Season 2, Adam McKay/Linus Sandgren’s “Don’t Look Up” (2021), and Tim Sutton/John Brawley’s “Good News” (2021)


Job Summary 

Atlas Lens Co is a tight knit team. We are seeking a lens technician who brings a positive attitude and a willingness to learn and grow in a fast paced work environment. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter who takes pride in their work, someone who will be able to learn quickly, take initiative, and creatively problem-solve. We offer a tremendous opportunity to be a part of a dynamic and fun organization and to grow with it in role, responsibility, and opportunity!


Responsibilities

  • Assembling production and prototype cinema lenses

  • Performing quality control checks on lenses and components

  • Repairing and cleaning service lenses

  • Documenting quality control results and repair procedures


Qualifications

  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively about complex technical matters

  • Manual dexterity - applicants who do not have direct lens technician experience should explain how their experience translates to detailed mechanical work

  • Good eyesight is required for some aspects of analyzing lens performance - magnification systems provided as necessary

  • Top notch organizational skills

  • Ability to learn new computer and analytical systems quickly - we need team members who can adapt as we grow and change

  • Ability to handle stressful situations professionally and interact with coworkers respectfully


Nice to Haves

  • Experience with software suites Airtable, Slack, Zoho one, and G Drive.

  • Lens Technician experience including assembling, servicing, and repairing professional cinema lenses.


Working Environment

  • Sitting, standing and walking in an office, test environment, and clean room production space.

  • Working with gloves and a mask

  • Handling chemicals such as acetone, rubbing alcohol and windex


Benefits and compensation

  • Hourly rate commensurate to experience

  • Health, dental, and vision coverage

  • Vacation, holiday and sick/personal leave


Atlas Lens Co is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more, visit atlaslensco.com




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