Cinematography Prompting Specialist

Alignerr; United States; Remote; GBP 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Alignerr Corp. is seeking a Cinematography Prompting Specialist (AI Training) to translate cinematic observations into precise, structured shot descriptions for AI systems.

This remote, hourly role offers flexible scheduling and freelance autonomy, enabling you to contribute to cutting-edge AI video projects from anywhere. You will watch video clips, describe framing, lighting, and movement using film-language terms, and craft prompts that capture look and intent.

Qualifications

• Background in cinematography, camera work, film editing, or film studies.
• Fluency in film language using terms like rack focus and motivated lighting.
• Sharp attention to visual detail in composition, depth, movement.
• Clear, consistent written communication skills.
• Comfortable with repetitive, task-based work without sacrificing quality.

Responsibilities

• Watch short video clips and identify key shots, transitions, and visual moments.
• Describe framing, camera movement, blocking, lighting, and composition using precise film language.
• Craft structured prompts that capture the look, feel, and intent of each shot.
• Call out stylistic references and visual influences where relevant.
• Follow internal templates for both shot-level and sequence-level descriptions.
• Provide examples of effective vs. ineffective prompts when needed
• Maintain consistent terminology, depth, and clarity across all tasks

Skills

Cinematography knowledge

Prompt writing for AI

Attention to visual detail

Film editing experience

Tools

AI annotation platforms

Prompt templating tools

Job description

Cinematography Prompting Specialist (AI Training)

We're looking for film-savvy professionals to help shape the future of AI video generation. As a Cinematography Prompting Specialist, you'll watch short video clips and translate what you see into technically precise, structured shot descriptions — the kind of language that helps AI systems understand and replicate the nuances of great cinematography.

This is a rare opportunity to put your eye for visual storytelling to work on cutting-edge AI projects, all from the comfort of your own schedule.

• Type: Hourly Contract
• Location: Remote
• Commitment: Flexible — work on your own schedule

What You'll Do

• Watch short video clips and identify key shots, transitions, and visual moments
• Describe framing, camera movement, blocking, lighting, and composition using precise film language
• Craft structured prompts that capture the look, feel, and intent of each shot
• Call out stylistic references and visual influences where relevant
• Follow internal templates for both shot-level and sequence-level descriptions
• Provide examples of effective vs. ineffective prompts when needed
• Maintain consistent terminology, depth, and clarity across all tasks

Who You Are

• Background in cinematography, camera work, film editing, or film studies
• Fluency in film language — you speak in terms of rack focus, Dutch angles, motivated cuts, and motivated lighting without missing a beat
• Sharp attention to visual detail: composition, lens feel, depth, movement
• Clear, consistent written communication skills
• Comfortable with repetitive, task-based work without sacrificing quality

Nice To Have

• Experience writing prompts for AI video or image generation tools
• Professional experience as a DP, camera operator, director, or editor
• Familiarity with AI training workflows or annotation platforms

Why Join Us

• Contribute directly to cutting-edge AI projects with leading research labs
• Fully remote and flexible — work when and where it suits you
• Freelance autonomy with meaningful, intellectually engaging work
• Put your film expertise to use in an entirely new and growing field
• Potential for ongoing work and contract extension