Director of Photography — Cinematic Storyteller

FX Productions Canada Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

FX Productions Canada is seeking an experienced Director of Photography to oversee on-set production, coordinating lighting, camera operators and crew under directors' guidance in Toronto.

You will work closely with directors and producers to translate creative concepts into visual storytelling, manage media assets, maintain schedules, and ensure high-quality, on-time delivery across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of DoP experience with a strong portfolio.
• Proficient with camera systems such as Sony, Canon, RED, ARRI.
• Strong creative storytelling and visual composition skills.
• Understanding of post-production, color grading, sound design and VFX.
• Excellent communication with the creative team and directors.
• Ability to manage on-set teams and meet tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail and consistency in video output.
• Adaptable to changing project requirements.
• Diploma/degree in film studies or cinematography preferred.
• Passion for video production and ongoing learning.

Responsibilities

• Organize, communicate and assemble the on-set production crew and key personnel.
• Collaborate with the creative team including directors and producers to meet requirements.
• Implement revisions promptly from FX Productions Canada.
• Manage media assets and on-set backups with data management support.
• Handle multiple projects on set and avoid overtime while maintaining quality.
• Troubleshoot technical issues on set and during editing to keep timelines.

Skills

DoP experience

Camera systems

Creative storytelling

Post-production

Collaboration

Time management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Industry passion

Education

Film studies / cinematography degree (preferred)

Tools

Sony

Canon

RED

ARRI

Job description

FX Productions Canada is seeking an experienced Director of Photography to oversee on-set production, coordinating lighting, camera operators and crew under directors' guidance in Toronto.

You will work closely with directors and producers to translate creative concepts into visual storytelling, manage media assets, maintain schedules, and ensure high-quality, on-time delivery across multiple projects.