Cinematography

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

· Planning the production schedule in conjunction with the director, production manager, and producer

· Coordinating with the director of photography to make sure they are using the same equipment and techniques during filming

· Coordinating with the set designer and art director to ensure that lighting, props, and other elements are properly planned for each shot

· Taking notes about lighting conditions at each shooting location to ensure repeatability of looks in different scenes throughout the movie

· Communicating with other members of the film crew such as producers, directors, actors, and crew members to ensure that all parties are on the same page regarding details of production

· Choosing camera equipment, including film stock, lenses, filters, tripods, light meters, and other accessories needed for filming

· Shooting footage using a movie camera or digital video camera to create the “rough cut” of a film

· Editing footage using specialized computer software to create a film’s final cut