Sr. Cinematographer

We’re Looking For A: Sr. Cinematographer to be responsible for developing a house style of cinematography, camera work and editing that has a consistent style and tone and will work with a team of physical production crew members to maintain and evolve this style. You will also be responsible for creating numerous video projects across a broad spectrum of brands and styles.

Location: Woodland Hills, CA (Hybrid)

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Shoot long-form and short-form video content designed to resonate with target audiences, driving engagement and shareability.
• Execute the department’s creative vision while managing pre-production, production, and post-production duties simultaneously.
• Translate ideas into clear, compelling visual concepts that can be easily executed by the team.
• Manage video production inventory, organizing all pre-production and production materials for shoots.
• Lead multiple fast-paced, complex projects from concept through delivery.
• Collaborate with internal teams to produce requested content that aligns with brand goals.
• Participate in and contribute to pre-production meetings.
• Identify opportunities for original, innovative video content.
• Mentor other shooters, providing creative guidance and oversight.
• Stay current with production technologies to help the team continuously meet and exceed department objectives.

Qualifications (Note: We strongly encourage you to apply even if you don’t tick ALL of these boxes.):

• 5–7 years’ experience as a cinematographer/shooter for videos with broad audience appeal.
• Lighting expertise and experience across a wide range of environments, with an emphasis on natural lighting and outdoor set conditions.
• Proficiency with multiple camera systems, preferably Sony DSLR, Canon, Blackmagic, and Arri.
• Experience or interest in mobile/iPhone cinematography.
• Strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to build collaborative, productive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Comfortable managing deadlines, multitasking, and working in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
• Familiarity with production protocols and etiquette when working with talent.
• Skilled in Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, DaVinci Resolve, Google Suite, Slack, Word, and Excel.
• Knowledge of color grading, multicam editing, and basic audio mixing (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Golden Perks & Benefits: 

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage – We cover 100% of premiums for medical, dental, and vision plans for employee-only plans.
• Through our charity sponsorships, you can make a positive impact on communities worldwide. We’ve donated over $6.1 million to date. 
• We match up to 3.5% of your 401k contributions, ensuring your retirement savings grow alongside your career. 
• 6 paid sick and mental health days, an Employee Assistance Program, free weekly yoga and meditation classes, and additional mental health benefits, because we take a holistic approach to your well-being.
• Invest in your future with our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, where company contributions fund your retirement plan with company stock. Learn more.
• Professional development opportunities with mentorship, continuous learning programs, and performance-based pay increases, empowering you to progress and excel in your career. 
• Tuition reimbursement program, which reimburses eligible tuition expenses up to specified amounts, empowering you to invest in your ongoing growth and development. 
• Work towards our collective goals and earn up to 2 extra weeks of pay each month, based on the achievement of KPIs. 
• Celebrate your accomplishments with our Win of the Week, Spot Bonus, Work Anniversary, and Shout-Outs programs, where your hard work is not only valued but also acknowledged and rewarded. 
• Reimbursements for a portion of personal cell phone and internet usage for eligible employees. 
• For those coming into our Woodland Hills, CA office, you’ll find a fully stocked kitchen and a free on-site gym. 
• Virtual and in-person company events, like our annual holiday party, happy hours, and virtual cooking nights, designed to cultivate connections and enhance work-life balance.

To read more about our Perks & Benefits, click here.

The base salary range is $86,500-$108,100, plus annual & monthly KPI bonus potential.

The posted salary range in this job posting reflects data based on California's cost of labor analysis. This salary range is subject to change per state; please click here to find the pay differential in your state of residence if the role is remote. 

Salary is based on a wide range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geographical location.