Cinematographer Video Editor

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Job title: Cinematographer & Video Editor

Location: Bengaluru, India

Experience: 2-3 years

Department: Brand & Marketing

About the Role

We are looking for a creative and technical Cinematographer/Video Editor to join our

Marketing team. In this role, you will take ownership of the visual storytelling for our brand. You

wont just be behind the camera; you will handle the end-to-end production process—from setting up the shot to final edit.

We need someone who understands how to create high-quality, engaging content that performs well on social media, websites, and digital ad platforms.

Key responsibilities

● Production & shooting: Handle end-to-end filming for marketing campaigns, including social media reels, customer

testimonials, product showcases, and corporate events.

● Lighting & audio: Expert knowledge of lighting setups and capturing crisp audio in various environments (studio and outdoors).

● Post-production: Edit high-quality footage using Adobe Premiere Pro. This includes cutting, transitions, sound design, and color grading. Create graphics, text overlays, and lower thirds using After Effects/Premiere Pro to align with brand guidelines.

● Collaboration: Work closely with the Content and Social Media teams to brainstorm concepts and execute storyboards.

● Asset Management: Organize and archive raw footage and final project files efficiently.

● Gear Maintenance: Maintain and manage camera equipment, lenses, lights, and audio gear

Requirements

● Experience: 2–3 years of proven professional experience in video production and editing (Agency or In-house Marketing experience is a plus).

● Portfolio: A strong showreel or portfolio demonstrating skills in shooting, lighting, and editing. (Applications without a portfolio/reel will not be considered).

● Technical Proficiency:

○ Expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop).

○ Hands-on experience with shooting and handling cameras

○ Understanding of frame rates, codecs, and export settings for different platforms

(Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn).

● Soft Skills:

○ Ability to understand the brief and plan the shoot based on the project.

○ Strong eye for composition and visual aesthetics.

○ Good communication skills to direct talent/subjects on camera.

Equipment requirements

● Camera & lenses (Mandatory): You must own your own professional camera body (e.g., Sony Alpha series, Canon R series, or similar) and a versatile set of lenses suitable for marketing and interview shoots.

● Company-provided gear: The company will provide all other necessary production equipment, including lighting kits, audio gear (mics/recorders), tripods, and more.

Should have

● Knowledge of current social media trends (Reels/Shorts transitions).

● Cinema Buff: You are a true film enthusiast who understands the language of cinema. You know that editing isnt just cutting footage—its about rhythm, pacing, and how the "Kuleshov Effect" changes the meaning of a shot.

● Storyboarding & pre-visualization: Ability to sketch or visualize the edit before you even pick up the camera, helping the team plan shots more effectively.

● Sound design instincts: You understand that sound is 50% of the video. You have a knack for select