Manager / Senior Manager – DOP (Cinematography & Photography)

Confluencr; Bengaluru Urban; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Confluencr, Bangalore-based influencer marketing leader, seeks a seasoned Manager/Senior Manager – DOP to own cinematography and the overall visual direction of media productions.

You will lead camera departments across projects from Meta ads to TVCs, and translate creative concepts into compelling narratives while coordinating production teams on-ground.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of hands-on experience in cinematography, videography, DOP, or related visual production roles.
• Proven experience independently handling and leading shoots for advertisements, brand films, cinematic UGCs, TVCs, and digital campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Production Managers, Videographers, Set Designers and creative teams to understand scripts, concepts, and campaign objectives.
• Establish the overall visual direction and cinematography approach for different projects.
• Develop shot lists, storyboards, camera plans, lighting references, and visual treatments.
• Decide camera systems, lenses, framing, camera movements, and lighting techniques based on the creative requirements.
• Plan camera setups and production requirements for studio, indoor, outdoor, lifestyle, and cinematic shoots.
• Evaluate production feasibility and identify the equipment and technical requirements for each project.
• Lead the camera department and independently manage the complete visual execution of shoots.
• Take ownership of cinematography, framing, composition, exposure, lighting, and continuity.
• Design and execute advanced lighting setups across different shooting environments.

Skills

Cinematography

Video direction

Team leadership

Camera systems

Tools

Arri lighting

RED cameras

Job description

Bangalore South, India | Posted on 11/13/2026

Confluencr is redefining influencer marketing for India.

W e're proud to be a Great Place To Work® Certified™ organization, recognized for fostering a people-first culture built on trust, collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.

With 100+ team members and campaigns across 15+ countries, we’ve helped over 700 brands—from skincare giants and electric vehicles to edtech disruptors and real estate leaders - build influence that drives action.

We blend cutting-edge tech with a marketer’s mindset.

Our in-house systems help us shortlist the right creators, track performance at scale, and optimise campaigns in real time—but it’s our strategic thinking and storytelling that make the impact unforgettable. From helping a D2C brand 10x its sales to turning B2B products into viral content - we're not just executing briefs. We’re pushing boundaries, every single day.

If you're looking to work where creativity meets precision, and where influence is built—not bought—welcome to Confluencr.

Confluencr is a part of Walnut Folks Group.

Job Description

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and creatively driven Manager / Senior Manager – DOP to take ownership of cinematography, photography, and the overall visual direction of our media production projects.

The role involves leading the visual execution of projects ranging from Meta performance ads and cinematic UGCs to TVCs, ad films, product shoots, and branded content.

You will be responsible for translating creative concepts into compelling visual narratives while independently handling camera departments, lighting setups, production teams, and on-ground shoot execution.

This role requires someone who can think beyond camera operations, make strong creative decisions, lead a team, and maintain consistent visual quality across multiple productions.

Experience Required

• 3-6 years of hands-on experience in cinematography, videography, DOP, or related visual production roles.
  
• Proven experience independently handling and leading shoots for advertisements, brand films, cinematic UGCs, TVCs, and digital campaigns.
  

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with Production Managers, Videographers, Set Designers and creative teams to understand scripts, concepts, and campaign objectives.
  
• Establish the overall visual direction and cinematography approach for different projects.
  
• Develop shot lists, storyboards, camera plans, lighting references, and visual treatments.
  
• Decide camera systems, lenses, framing, camera movements, and lighting techniques based on the creative requirements.
  
• Plan camera setups and production requirements for studio, indoor, outdoor, lifestyle, and cinematic shoots.
  
• Evaluate production feasibility and identify the equipment and technical requirements for each project.
  
• Ensure all camera gear, lenses, rigs, lighting equipment, and accessories are ready before production.
  
• Lead the camera department and independently manage the complete visual execution of shoots.
  
• Take ownership of cinematography, framing, composition, exposure, lighting, and continuity.
  
• Design and execute advanced lighting setups across different shooting environments.
  
• Direct camera movements and visual transitions to achieve the intended storytelling approach.
  
• Work closely with directors, actors, influencers, and creators to achieve the desired visual output.
  
• Guide talent on positioning, eyelines, movements, and performance requirements.
  
• Make real-time creative and technical decisions during shoots.
  
• Manage unexpected production challenges and adapt to creative changes without compromising output quality.
  
• Ensure visual consistency across multiple scenes, setups, and shooting days.
  
• Lead, mentor, and manage camera operators, videographers, photographers, and junior DOPs.
  
• Allocate responsibilities and ensure smooth coordination across the camera and production teams.
  
• Guide junior team members on cinematography, camera operations, lighting techniques, and on-set discipline.
  
• Work closely with the Media Production Lead, Videographers, Directors, and Editors.
  
• Ensure production teams follow established workflows, technical standards, and delivery timelines.
  
• Take ownership of multiple productions and ensure efficient execution across projects.
  

4. Post-Production & Quality Control

• Review raw footage and ensure it meets the required creative and technical standards.
  
• Provide clear editing instructions, shot selections, visual references, and colour-grading directions.
  
• Collaborate with editors to ensure the final output matches the intended visual language.
  
• Oversee visual consistency, colour tones, composition, and overall output quality.
  
• Ensure proper media management, file organization, backups, and footage handovers.
  
• Identify opportunities to improve production quality and post-production workflows.
  

5. Equipment & Technical Management

• Maintain knowledge of camera systems, lenses, lighting equipment, rigs, stabilizers, and other production accessories.
  
• Oversee equipment selection and technical requirements for different productions.
  
• Ensure proper equipment handling, maintenance, and utilization.
  
• Identify opportunities to upgrade production capabilities and improve technical efficiency.
  
• Coordinate equipment requirements with vendors and external production partners when necessary.
  
• Work closely with Producers, Videographers, Editors, and other creative stakeholders.
  
• Understand brand objectives and translate them into strong visual storytelling.
  
• Contribute creative inputs during campaign conceptualization and production planning.
  
• Take complete accountability for visual quality across projects.
  
• Maintain high attention to detail across lighting, composition, backgrounds, props, and continuity.
  
• Continuously explore new cinematography techniques, visual trends, and production approaches.
  

What We're Looking For

• Background in cinematography, videography, film, media, or related fields.
  
• 3-6 years of experience shooting advertisements, cinematic UGCs, brand films, TVCs, or performance content.
  
• Strong understanding of professional camera systems, lenses, lighting, and composition.
  
• Ability to independently lead shoots and make creative as well as technical decisions.
  
• Experience managing camera departments and guiding junior production professionals.
  
• Strong understanding of visual storytelling, cinematography, and digital advertising formats.
  
• Comfortable working with actors, influencers, creators, directors, and production teams.
  
• Strong visual taste, creative thinking, and attention to detail.
  
• Good understanding of production workflows, media management, backups, and post-production handovers.