Senior Cinematographer
hace 15 días
Denver
Job Description Oswego Studios—a Buffalo Groupe company and 35-year corporate video leader based in Lakewood, Colorado—seeks a Senior Cinematographer to capture compelling visuals, execute cinematic storytelling in the field, and help elevate the visual standard of our productions across a wide range of clients and industries. The Role You will serve as a senior production lead responsible for capturing high-quality visuals that support the story, brand, and objectives of each project. Working closely with producers and the creative team, you will translate creative briefs into clear visual plans and execute them with professionalism and technical expertise. This role requires a strong eye for composition and lighting, deep technical knowledge of camera systems, and the ability to lead or support small production crews while maintaining efficiency and high production standards. What You’ll Do Visual Storytelling & Production Execution • Capture cinematic visuals that support the narrative and creative goals of each production., • Collaborate with producers and creative stakeholders to translate project concepts into visual storytelling., • Take creative briefs and develop storyboards and shot lists that guide production and ensure visual clarity., • Lead or support a small crew, running lighting and sound, often with a production assistant and producer., • Ensure professional, efficient on-set operations while maintaining strong relationships with clients and interview subjects., • Prepare and manage travel gear packages required for productions., • Ensure all equipment is properly packed, transported, and returned after shoots., • Maintain advanced knowledge of cameras, lenses, lighting, stabilization systems, and evolving production technologies., • Strong visual storytelling instincts and cinematic composition skills., • Advanced knowledge of professional cinema camera systems, lenses, lighting, and camera support tools., • Ability to translate creative concepts into practical shot plans and on-set execution., • Strong collaboration and communication skills when working with producers, clients, and crew., • High level of organization and adaptability in fast-paced production environments., • Bachelor’s degree in Film, Cinematography, Media Production, or equivalent professional experience., • Demonstrated experience capturing professional video productions with cinema camera systems., • Prolonged periods of standing and moving on production sets., • Ability to lift and carry equipment in excess of 50-70 pounds., • Ability to work extended production hours as required., • Ability to operate camera and lighting equipment., • $80,000/year & commensurate with experience Please send your resume, cover letter, and work samples (demo reel or online portfolio link). Applications without samples cannot be considered. About Buffalo Groupe Buffalo Groupe is a collective that includes a full-service marketing firm, a research arm, an events division, and a media property serving the golf, outdoor sports, real estate, travel, and hospitality industries. Headquartered in Charleston, SC, Buffalo’s 90-person team delivers integrated programs focused on results. Oswego Studios and Buffalo Groupe are unique entities and equal opportunity employers. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to a fair, respectful hiring process.