Documentary DP: Visceral Appalachian Music Storytelling

BlockReel; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Transportation provided

Job summary

BlockReel is seeking a talented Director of Photography for an intimate Appalachian music documentary. The role centers on a poignant, raw visual storytelling approach, collaborating with the director to craft the film's look.

You will shoot in Nashville, operate the main camera, light interviews and verite moments, and bring your own 4K camera package and basic lighting. This paid position includes travel accommodations as needed and runs roughly 15–20 shoot days in Oct–Nov 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in documentary filmmaking and working with natural light is required.
• A reel showing previous work is required.
• Must have access to own camera package capable of 4K.
• Basic lighting knowledge is expected.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the director on visual aesthetics.
• Set up shots and compose frames.
• Operate the primary camera during shooting.
• Manage lighting for interviews and verite scenes.

Skills

Documentary filmmaking

Camera operation

Lighting techniques

Visual storytelling

Collaboration with director

Tools

4K camera package

Lighting kit

Basic lighting gear

Job description

BlockReel is seeking a talented Director of Photography for an intimate Appalachian music documentary. The role centers on a poignant, raw visual storytelling approach, collaborating with the director to craft the film's look.

You will shoot in Nashville, operate the main camera, light interviews and verite moments, and bring your own 4K camera package and basic lighting. This paid position includes travel accommodations as needed and runs roughly 15–20 shoot days in Oct–Nov 2026.