Videographer - Confidential Company

  • Design and Creative
  • Damascus
  • 21/02/2024
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Job Brief

We are looking for a full-time proficient Videographer to join us You will be responsible for filming raw footage on live locations as well as covering shoots on sets Besides filming, you should be able to clip the footage together and edit it along with the Video Editor You should be able to set up cameras, lighting, backdrops and any other props required for a shoot. 

 

Apart from video setup and shooting, you will be responsible for maintaining the equipment in proper working order. Furthermore, maintaining the equipment inventory is also your responsibility. You should also be able to understand client briefs and provide an estimated budget.

If you can offer enhanced video production and bring a creative approach to filming, then we would love to meet you

 

Responsibilities

Planning and filming live events, short films and ad shoots

Ensuring all filming equipment is ready and in proper working order

Directing and assigning tasks to Camera Operators and Lighting Technicians

Undertaking minor editing of film footage in the case of smaller productions

Understanding client briefs, offering creative feedback and providing an estimated filming budget

Discussing ideas with the Creative team prior to filming

Coordinating and assisting Wedding Videographers and small production houses in filming bridal shoots, promotional campaigns videos, wedding videos, etc

Ensuring filming in proper lighting and audio clarity with perfect lens choice

Providing creative direction when inserting captions, graphics, special effects and video texts especially for advertising products

Contacting and negotiating with suppliers for equipment, products and services

Troubleshooting minor technical issues with the video camera

Ensuring consistency in filming from start to finish

Cleaning and disassembling hardware such as tripod, lighting and gimbals

Maintaining and updating equipment inventory

Compiling training videos that juniors could refer 

 

Requirements

Degree or diploma in any subject

A certificate course in Videography or Cinematography is preferred

Proficiency in video editing software like Lumen5, Final Cut Pro and Nero Video

Familiarity with different cameras like digital cameras, professional-grade cameras and digital camcorders

Excellent computer skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of different motion picture techniques 

Physically fit and having an eye for detail

Basic knowledge of production modes like doing a single camera setup and adjusting camera’s white balance

Ability to work in a team and in extreme weather conditions

Excellent analytical skills