DP for Intimate Dramatic Short Film — Nashville

BlockReel; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided

Craft services on set

Job summary

BlockReel in Nashville is seeking a Director of Photography for an upcoming dramatic short film. You will collaborate with the director on visual storytelling, lighting design, and shot composition, while leading the camera department during a small independent production.

Applicants should bring their own camera package (e.g., Blackmagic, Sony FX, Canon C series) and basic lighting/grip gear. A strong reel is essential; compensation is 100–200 USD per day, meals provided.

Qualifications

• Own camera package and basic lighting/grip gear.
• Strong reel showcasing narrative work.
• Collaborate with the director on visual storytelling.
• Open to all experience levels with a compelling vision.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the director on visual storytelling.
• Design lighting and grip setups for the shoot.
• Plan shot composition and framing for each scene.
• Lead the camera department on set.

Skills

Visual storytelling

Lighting design

Shot composition

Camera department leadership

Tools

Blackmagic cameras

Sony FX series

Canon C series

Job description

BlockReel in Nashville is seeking a Director of Photography for an upcoming dramatic short film. You will collaborate with the director on visual storytelling, lighting design, and shot composition, while leading the camera department during a small independent production.

Applicants should bring their own camera package (e.g., Blackmagic, Sony FX, Canon C series) and basic lighting/grip gear. A strong reel is essential; compensation is 100–200 USD per day, meals provided.