Director of Photography

We are seeking a talented, dependable and self-motivated director of photography to join our video production team. This person will help plan, direct, and coordinate the production of videos for Hy-Vee. The ideal candidate is a natural storyteller with a strong eye for detail, can direct talent and is obsessed with capturing the perfect shot.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works closely with the video production team, VP of Video Production and Creative Director to support direction and creation of video content for Hy-Vee’s streaming video network, social media, internal audiences, special events, and more.
• Develop each video’s visual style collaboratively with a creative team.
• Supervise crew and direct camera movement while on set or on-location.
• Make artistic and technical decisions regarding location, lighting, film stock, shot selection/blocking, camera operation and other elements to help tell the best story.
• Determine lighting requirements on set, including controlling natural or artificial lighting conditions.
• Decide the best camera angles and frames for scenes.
• Determine elements such as camera aperture, filters, shutter angles, focus, depth of field and camera distance.
• Support editing visual elements in post-production.
• Offers innovative or creative ideas that add value to video projects.
• Continuously discovers and implements new techniques and best practices to maximize efficiency.

· Performs other job-related duties and special projects as required.

SKILLS NEEDED

• Proven work experience as director of photography with a strong portfolio and sample reel.
• Creative visual thinker.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Technical understanding of the digital workflow, camera types, and operation.
• Experience working in Adobe Premiere and After Effects, basic understanding of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop are a plus.
• Ability to work under deadline pressure and pivot with positivity.
• Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
• Takes direction well and offers solution-oriented critique, feedback and ideas.
• Strong determination to get the job done.
• Natural story teller and creative thinker with an eagle eye for details.
• Strong project management skills and organization to manage time efficiently.
• Works well as part of a team and also comfortable working independently with minimum supervision and self-motivation.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (Required)

Bachelor’s degree in film studies, art, photography or related field with a minimum of 10+ years’ experience.

INTERVIEW PREPARATION

To apply, please submit a cover letter, résumé and portfolio to [email protected]. Applicants without a portfolio/samples cannot be considered.

CONTACT

[email protected] | www.innovate.hy-vee.com

The deadline to apply is January 7, 2022.

WORKING ENVIROMENT

The duties of this position are performed in a general office and at times remote from home and/or on-location. There may be light travel involved. Our open-concept building fosters collaboration, creativity and innovation. Enjoy full basketball court, gym, indoor track, indoor food truck, pool tables, foosball and more— CHECK IT OUT.

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