Cinematographer | $45/hr Remote | Mercor

Crossing Hurdles; United States; On-site; USD 51,143 - 72,840; Part time

Job summary

A photography services organization is looking for a Cinematographer to capture and deliver original, high-resolution photographs. The role involves adjusting lighting and composition, interpreting creative prompts, and providing clear annotations for each image. This remote position requires strong photography experience and excellent communication skills, with flexible hours expected for a project-based commitment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in photography within commercial, editorial, or creative domains.
• Strong written communication skills for accurately describing visual content.
• Ability to work independently and creatively interpret flexible briefs.
• Comfortable using digital submission tools and collaborating remotely.

Responsibilities

• Capture and deliver original, high-resolution photographs.
• Adjust lighting, composition, and framing for consistency.
• Interpret and execute flexible style prompts.
• Upload and tag images using standardized file naming.
• Write annotations describing visual content and context.

Skills

Photography

Written communication

Creativity

Job description

Cinematographer | $45/hr Remote

Base Pay Range

$45.00/hr – $45.00/hr

Organization: Mercor

Position: Photography Expert

Referral Partner: Crossing Hurdles

Type: Hourly Contract

Compensation: Approximately $45/hour

Location: Remote

Duration: Project-based commitment, approximately 10-40 hours per week, with possible extension

Schedule: 10-40 hours/week, flexible and asynchronous

Role Responsibilities (Training support will be provided)

• Capture and deliver original, high-resolution photographs following provided creative guidelines
• Adjust lighting, composition, and framing for consistency across image sets
• Interpret and execute flexible style prompts, including creative or unconventional visual instructions
• Upload and tag images using standardized file naming and metadata conventions
• Write clear and concise annotations describing the visual content, context, and artistic style of each image

Ideal Qualifications

• Proven experience in photography within commercial, editorial, or creative domains
• Strong written communication skills for accurately describing visual content
• Ability to work independently and creatively interpret flexible briefs
• Comfortable using digital submission tools and collaborating remotely

Application Process

• Upload resume
• AI interview based on your resume (15 min)

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function & Industries

Art/Creative, Marketing, and Advertising | Photography