Commercial Music Cinematographer Student Worker (FWS/NFWS)

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY seeks a Cinematographer to lead camera operation for the Commercial Music Program. The role produces music videos, concerts, documentaries, and promotional content, and supports multi-camera broadcasts.

You will set up and operate a ten-camera broadcast center, mentor students, capture high-quality video and audio, and assist with editing and post-production workflows while maintaining gear and coordinating with faculty and marketing staff.

Qualifications

• Experience operating Sony FX3 cinema cameras.
• Proficiency with DaVinci Resolve & Adobe Creative Suite.
• Knowledge of professional camera operation, lighting, and composition.
• Experience with multi-camera live production workflows.
• Strong creative storytelling and visual communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead camera operator for music videos, concerts, documentaries, interviews, and promotional content.
• Set up and operate the program's ten-camera broadcast center for live productions and mentor other students.
• Capture high-quality video and audio for productions.
• Edit video projects and assist with post-production workflows.
• Maintain and organize camera equipment and production gear.
• Collaborate with faculty, students, and marketing staff on creative projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Camera operation

Video production

Multi-camera live production

Storytelling

Project management

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Lighting

Education

Enrolled full-time student (Bachelor's or Master's program)

Tools

Sony FX3

DaVinci Resolve

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Position Summary

The Cinematographer serves as the lead camera operator and video production specialist for the Commercial Music Program. This position produces high-quality video content including music videos, documentaries, promotional materials, live performances, and multi-camera broadcasts.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead camera operator for music videos, concerts, documentaries, interviews, and promotional content.


• Help set up and operate the program's ten-camera broadcast center for live productions and mentor other students.


• Capture high-quality video and audio for productions.


• Edit video projects and assist with post-production workflows.


• Maintain and organize camera equipment and production gear.


• Collaborate with faculty, students, and marketing staff on creative projects.


• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating Sony FX3 cinema cameras.


• Proficiency with DaVinci Resolve & Adobe suite.


• Knowledge of professional camera operation, lighting, and composition.


• Experience with multi-camera live production workflows.


• Strong creative storytelling and visual communication skills.


• Ability to manage multiple projects.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet production deadlines.


• Valid Drivers License and Clean Driving Record required.

Eligibility Requirements

Grand Canyon University/Grand Canyon Education is committed to a student first policy. Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment:

• Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s program or Master’s program.


• Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.


• Maintain good financial standing with the University.


• May be subject to termination if fall below the minimum requirements.

Pay Rate

Minimum Wage

Anticipated End Date

June 30, 2027

About GCU

GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values.

Diversity and Inclusion

The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Employment Conditions

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check.