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Director of Photography & Sound Recordist for Artistic Short Film

Job Description
A visually captivating short film is seeking passionate and skilled crew members to join a non-union, creative project centered on memory, identity, and emotional storytelling. The story blends surreal visuals and natural lighting in a 1950s-inspired setting, creating a poetic cinematic experience with layered emotional depth. Ideal for emerging creatives looking to build their portfolios with meaningful, hands-on work destined for the festival circuit.

Job Responsibilities

  • Translate the director’s artistic vision into striking cinematic visuals

  • Operate with a strong sense of atmosphere, lighting, and visual storytelling

  • Capture ambient sound and natural dialogue with clarity and nuance

  • Collaborate closely with a professional and creatively supportive team

Requirements

  • Director of Photography: must have own camera equipment and a sharp visual eye

  • Sound Recordist: must have own gear and confidence in sound capture and mixing

  • Portfolio or past work samples preferred

  • Open to students or emerging creatives looking to gain professional experience

Compensation

  • Non-union, unpaid role

  • IMDb credit and a copy of the finished film provided

  • Meals and refreshments on set

  • Hands-on experience on a visually-driven, collaborative production

  • Commitment: 6–7 shoot days across a 2–3 week span (late July to early September)

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