Director and Shooter

BIG PICTURE
We are searching for a full-time Director/Shooter all-in-one to help us create short cinematic viral videos! We have an awesome team of screenwriters and producers so this role would require performing all the technical filming aspects including pre-production, lighting, sound, shooting, and directing. A big part of our success formula is being able to turn around high quality videos quickly so this position requires a multi-talented, self-motivated and resourceful individual that can wear many hats and turn around work super fast. This position often requires working long hours including nights and weekends. Since we are a mission-led company and all of the content we create inspires people, the right candidate will find the long hours to be exciting and highly satisfying!

HOW YOU’LL SPEND YOUR TIME

Preparing with floor plans/shot lists to maintain an efficient set

Assisting with blocking, operating cameras and other equipment

Performing all the technical aspects of filming. Set up shots, operate camera and pull focus

Managing camera equipment and recommending new equipment to enhance production value

Shooting in a creative way to help build emotion, increase tension and deliver greater payoff of the message for the audience

Run lines and directing actors on set to deliver their best performances and carry out the necessary emotion required while also keeping the production on time

Review actor wardrobe for brand safety

Maintain continuity of production with help of crew

Managing many moving pieces in a high pressure environment with the calmness of a seasoned professional

Working in a high pressure but fun environment while leading your crew throughout

WHAT YOU HAVE

3 years experience directing and shooting narrative content utilizing actors and various locations

Background in digital media, cinematography, film studies or related field

Ability to work in a fast paced environment on a wide variety of projects

Ability to learn quickly and is a team player

Ability to take constructive feedback in order to improve in a positive direction

Ability to keep a positive attitude under pressureSkilled in handling quick output without losing quality

WHO OVERSEAS YOU
The Director, Shooter reports directly to the Production Junior Manager

WHO YOU OVERSEE
Currently, the Director, Shooter has no personnel reporting directly to him or her

WHERE IT ALL GOES DOWN
All things creative take place at our studio in Burbank, CA!

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