Cinematographer

About the Role

experienced Cinematographer

keen eye for detail

Key Responsibilities

Lighting & Cinematography

• Design and implement

  professional lighting setups

  tailored to each projects visual tone—ranging from cinematic, moody looks to clean, educational environments.
• Execute

  precise exposure control

  , particularly when shooting in

  S-Log/Log formats

  , maintaining maximum dynamic range and color fidelity.
• Achieve

  flawless skin tones

  ,

  balanced highlights

  , and

  controlled shadows

  across varied skin types, wardrobe, and set conditions.

Camera Operation & Framing

• Operate and manage

  high-end cinema cameras

  (Sony FX series, Canon Cinema Line, Blackmagic, RED), ensuring

  consistency

  ,

  sharpness

  , and

  visual narrative coherence

  .
• Plan and execute

  shot lists

  ,

  storyboards

  , and

  camera movements

  that serve the content’s purpose—whether static, engaging talk segments or dynamic B-roll sequences.

Color Science & Look Development

• Ensure

  color accuracy

  and

  visual consistency

  from pre-production through post-production.
• Capture footage optimized for

  color grading

  , working closely with colorists to establish

  visual LUTs

  and

  look development pipelines

  .
• Maintain consistency in

  white balance

  ,

  color temperature

  , and

  light intensity

  across shooting days.

Pre-Production & On-Set Workflows

• Collaborate with directors, production designers, and producers to plan the

  visual approach

  , assess

  location lighting conditions

  , and ensure the smooth

  technical execution

  of shoots.
• Conduct

  camera and lighting rehearsals

  to finalize blocking, movement, and lighting dynamics prior to the main shoot.

Equipment Handling & Technical Knowledge

• Manage and maintain

  camera kits

  ,

  lenses

  ,

  lighting gear

  , and

  grip equipment

  , ensuring all setups are

  efficient

  ,

  safe

  , and

  production-ready

  .
• Stay up-to-date on the latest

  camera technologies

  ,

  lighting techniques

  , and

  workflow best practices

  to continuously innovate the visual output.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience

  : Minimum 2-3+ years as a

  Cinematographer

  ,

  Director of Photography (DOP)

  , or

  Senior Camera Operator

  on professional sets, ideally with a portfolio showcasing

  interviews

  ,

  corporate films

  ,

  educational content

  ,

  events

  and

  commercial shoots

  .

• Camera Proficiency

  : Expertise in handling

  Sony FX series

  ,

  Canon Cinema

  ,

  Blackmagic

  , or

  RED

  cameras. Solid understanding of

  frame rates

  ,

  resolutions

  , and

  codecs

  for different distribution platforms.

• Lighting Mastery

  : Ability to conceptualize and execute lighting setups for

  varied formats

  , whether controlled studio environments or practical on-location shoots.

• Color Knowledge

  : Familiarity with

  color grading pipelines

  ,

  LUTs

  ,

  S-Log/RAW workflows

  , and

  color calibration

  techniques to ensure seamless post-production integration.

• Attention to Detail

  : Hyper-focused on

  lighting ratios

  ,

  textures

  ,

  color balance

  , and

  exposure

  , ensuring that every frame maintains the visual language of the brand.

• Collaborative & Organized

  : Comfortable working within

  multi-disciplinary teams

  , leading small crews, and maintaining

  efficient production timelines

  without compromising on quality.

Nice to Have

• Experience with

  virtual production setups

  ,

  LED wall integration

  , or

  green screen workflows

  .
• Knowledge of

  audio-visual synchronization

  , and understanding how to collaborate with sound teams on set.
• Familiarity with

  motion graphics

  , ensuring live-action shots are

  post-friendly

  for compositing.

Why Join Us?

NxtWave