DP/Cinematographer

Sideshow; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sideshow is looking for a Director of Photography to join their Media Team in Thousand Oaks, California. The role involves overseeing photography, lighting, and camera work for various projects. Applicants should have 3-5 years of camera experience and a strong sense of design. Duties include collaborating on visuals, designing lighting setups, and managing post-production processes. Full-time position with background checks required. Remote work not available, and applicants must submit a demo reel to be considered.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of camera experience preferred.
• Strong sense of design and composition.
• Ability to work with RED Scarlet-W, GH5, and similar cameras.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the team to implement the visual style and tone.
• Develop and create the visual look, including camera angles and lighting.
• Design and oversee lighting setups for mood and atmosphere.
• Ensure effective shot composition to enhance storytelling.
• Collaborate with the VFX team for seamless integration of effects.
• Work within production budgets and timelines.
• Collaborate during post-production on visual quality.

Skills

Camera experience

Teamwork

Adaptability to criticism

Creativity

Design and composition

Camera operation (RED Scarlet-W, GH5)

Lighting determination

Attention to detail

Tools

RED Scarlet-W

GH5

Job description

Sideshow’s Media Team is seeking a Director of Photography. We work on a variety of videos that involve many different environments and techniques. You will be responsible for visual representation inclusive of overseeing photography, lighting, camera work, imagery and much more. We are looking for someone who has an eye for design and is able to work both in the studio and on location.

Here are some examples of the type of videos you would be working on:

Matthew Black Artist Profile: https://youtu.be/MNt0pEpjE1I

Jesse Hernandez Profile: https://youtu.be/EdzOZRurhxk

Commercial 1: https://youtu.be/A4nsU0W9uIw

Commercial 2: https://youtu.be/ZBbOHL-TMnc

Neon Tech Iron Man: https://youtu.be/cB1g-Q5Ecyw

Magneto Promo: https://youtu.be/f5ZiB4uhQjw?si=ifhZJFBmNqk-qG_u

Frankenstein Promo: https://youtu.be/9-Vte74-on4?si=967B7KJnfupKYHwb

Harley Quinn Unboxing: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/ZDVSwujiSuk

Star Wars Ad: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/lc7jypr9d-k

Batman vs Superman Unboxing: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/MUcknW6XB2A

Required Skills

• 3-5 years camera experience preferred.
• Ability to function on a team, as well as work independently.
• Ability to take criticism and be prepared to redo or adjust a setup.
• Ability to productively function in a creative work environment.
• Strong sense of design and composition
• Ability to work with the RED Scarlet-W, GH5, and other similar cameras
• Determine lighting requirements on set
• Attention to detail

Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate: Understand and implement the visual style and tone of the project. Help interpret the script visually, ensuring the cinematography aligns with the overall narrative goals.
• Design Visual Concepts: Develop and create the visual look of the project, including camera angles, lens choices, framing, lighting, and color palettes to enhance mood and emotion.
• Lighting Design: Design and oversee lighting setups to create the desired effects, mood, and atmosphere. Ensure lighting complements the overall aesthetic of the project and aligns with the director’s vision.
• Shot Composition: Ensure effective shot composition, focus, and depth of field to enhance the storytelling. Manage the timing of shots and visual sequences to guide the narrative flow.
• Visual Effects Collaboration: Collaborate with the VFX team to ensure visual effects integrate seamlessly with live‑action footage.
• Budget and Scheduling: Work within production budgets and timelines, making adjustments as necessary to balance creative vision with practical constraints.
• Post-Production Collaboration: Collaborate with the editor and colorist during post-production to ensure the footage meets the intended visual style and quality.

Bonus Skills

• Audio skills (post production)
• Geeky interests aren't required, but are a huge plus!
• Editing
• Photoshop

Additional Details

• Full time position
• Work from our Thousand Oaks Studio
• Applicants will undergo background, credit and security check.
• Relocation assistance is NOT available.
• Applicants will undergo a paid camera test.
• Please submit your cover letter, resume, and demo reel to be considered. No demo reel is automatic rejection.