Studio Lead & Cinematographer for Youth Workshops

Chocolate Films; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced maternity pay

Job summary

Chocolate Films seeks a full-time filmmaker based in London to shoot on location and in the studio, lead workshops for schools and youth, and take ownership of Nine Elms Studio. The role combines hands-on shooting with studio management and occasional editing.

Applicants should have at least 3 years of related experience, demonstrate strong camera and lighting skills, and be comfortable working with children or young people.

Qualifications

• Strong camera skills with Canon cinema cameras (C400/C200/C50) and mirrorless systems.
• Confident lighting, ideally with Aputure kit and programmable lighting states.
• Solid knowledge of sound equipment, accessories and grip.
• Experience teaching or running workshops with children or youth.

Responsibilities

• Shoot on location and in the studio, solo or with a crew.
• Light interviews and events to a high standard.
• Capture sound and manage kit on shoots.
• Lead Chocolate Films workshops for schools and community groups.
• Maintain Nine Elms Studio and train fellow filmmakers.

Skills

Camera skills

Canon cinema cameras

Lighting

Sound knowledge

Teaching/workshops

Editing skills

Communication

Tools

Premiere

DaVinci Resolve

Aputure lighting

Job description

Chocolate Films seeks a full-time filmmaker based in London to shoot on location and in the studio, lead workshops for schools and youth, and take ownership of Nine Elms Studio. The role combines hands-on shooting with studio management and occasional editing.

Applicants should have at least 3 years of related experience, demonstrate strong camera and lighting skills, and be comfortable working with children or young people.