Cinematographer - UK

Description

Foundry 42 Ltd are looking for a talented Cinematographer to join our Marketing and community team.

Responsibilities:

• Create game trailers, TV commercials, and other marketing and production-based materials.
• Edit high-end marketing materials in both a supervised and unsupervised capacity.
• Initiate concepts and work within a team to develop the best assets possible.
• Take responsibility for projects and self-produce/direct when necessary, or alternatively work closely with a director to realize a specific vision.
• Conceptualize projects from beginning to end in a well-organized manner
• Make executive decisions in collaboration with the Marketing Director for lighting, camera and lens selection, and equipment for all on set video productions.
• Compose and frame each shot, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses, film, filters, and camera settings.
• Operate multiple camera accessory and support platforms such as tripods, jibs, steadicams, dollies, lights etc.
• Collaborate with creative team on the visualization of scenes.
• Select best camera, lens and accessories package to meet desired creative result.
• Observe set or location to determine lighting requirements for scenes.
• Instruct camera operators regarding camera setup, angles, distances, movement, depth of field, and focus.
• Oversee color grading of final images.

Requirements:

• Minimum 4 years’ experience as cinematographer or director of photography
• Fluency in Adobe Premiere interface.
• Experience working under tight deadlines and maintaining a positive attitude under pressure is required
• Keen interest and knowledge of video games.
• People skills and ability to work as part of a team are of utmost importance.
• Ability to take direction when required, while also working autonomously to self-direct and take ownership of a project where necessary.
• Comprehensive knowledge of cameras and camera equipment, both still and motion.
• Current on latest filming techniques and equipment knowing when to use new technology instead of the old.
• Flexible problem solver when production doesn’t go as planned due to weather, equipment problems, budget or creative changes.
• Absorb creative direction while bringing unique ideas to each project.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrate ability to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced, tight deadline environment.