DP, Documentary Feature (Nashville, TN)

BlockReel; Nashville (TN); In loco; USD 28.000 - 55.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Accommodation provided

Transportation provided

Descrizione del lavoro

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.

Competenze

• 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.

Mansioni

• 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.

Conoscenze

Documentary filmmaking

Camera operation

Lighting techniques

Visual storytelling

Collaboration with director

Strumenti

4K camera package

Lighting kit

Basic lighting gear

Descrizione del lavoro

This intimate documentary chronicles the resurgence of traditional Appalachian music through the eyes of a young, blind prodigy. We are seeking a talented Director of Photography for our upcoming independent documentary feature, aiming for a poignant, raw, and visually evocative style. We're looking for someone who can capture authentic moments with sensitivity and a strong sense of visual storytelling. Key responsibilities include collaborating with the director on visual aesthetics, setting up shots, operating the primary camera, and managing lighting for interviews and verite scenes. Experience with documentary filmmaking and natural light is a must, and a reel showcasing previous work is required. Please have access to your own camera package (e.g., capable of 4K, suitable for documentary work) and basic lighting. We are a small production company and this is a paid position, offering $150-300 per day, based on experience and gear. Shoot dates are approximately 15-20 days spread across October 2026, with some potential pickups in November 2026. Days will typically be 10-12 hours. Accommodation and transportation will be provided for any necessary travel outside of Nashville. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful project with a small, dedicated crew.

Budget Range

$150-300/day