Primary Videographer / Cinematographer
Ideal for a professional grade videographer looking to take on more projects via assignment work. Enjoy timely payments, and working with some of the west coasts best photographers and videographers on a variety of awesome projects.
Videography Styles
Documentary
Cinema
Storytelling
Emotional
Locations
San Diego, CA and surrounding areas.
Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas.
San Francisco Bay Area and surrounding areas.
Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas.
Central Valley, CA and surrounding areas.
Seattle, WA, and surrounding areas.
Some out of state / long-distance travel may be available.
Hours
Varies per month depending on bookings.
Benefits
None at this time.
Qualifications & Skills
Capable of producing cinematography
Portfolio of at least 8 different projects including 2 weddings
Positive attitude
Minimum 2 years of videography experience
Excellent communication skills
Self-motivation
Ability to work independently
Ability to travel to on-location shoots
Passion for videography
Professional-grade equipment
Exceptional customer service mentality and skills
Artistic intelligence
Technical intelligence
Emotional intelligence
Sense of humor
Bonus Qualifications
Degree
Multicultural experience
Multilingual fluency
Advanced portable lighting
Job Description
Work with Aiya photography to expand our videography business. Perform a variety of photography projects including weddings, engagement shoots, modeling shoots, family commercial and product. Work as either a primary or second videographer as needed. Set appointments with clients, follow-up when needed and deliver presentations/consultations. Maintain and nurture relationships with existing clients. Generate agreements and obtain relevant authorizations for videography. Follow Aiya Photography’s' policies and procedures. Assist in marketing campaigns and initiatives. Maintain minimum acceptable standards. Understand what it takes to create exceptional videography and how Aiya Photography is different. Instruct, guide and mentor junior videographers during events.
Business requirements (does not apply to CA)
Business license
Liability insurance
Project expectations
Plan and coordinate all shot needs
Handle all filming and shoot per video project
Ensure logical sequencing and smooth running of all productions
Continuously discover and implement new editing technologies and industry's best practices to maximize efficiency
Equipment needed
We are ideally looking for people on the Sony Platform.
Pro camera (Sony A7iii or better)
Back-up Camera (A6500 or better)
50mm Prime Lens (Sony 50mm f1.8 or better)
Mid focal length zoom lens (Sony 24-105 f4 or better)
Zoom Lens (Sony 70-200 f4 or better)
Drone (DJI Mavic Pro or better)
Sound Recorder (H4N or better)
Lav recorder (Sony recorder with Sony lav mics or better))
Gimbal (Zhyun Crane or better)
Monopod (Any fluid head monopod or better)
Tripod (Any fluid head tripod or better)
Off Camera lighting (3 x temperature adjustable LEDs or better)
Quick-release plates (Any brand ok)