Mavin Records is Africa's leading entertainment company. Mavin Records is a Nigerian music corporation record label founded by record producer and recording artist Don Jazzy on 8 May 2012. The label's inception came to fruition following the closure of Mo' Hits Records, a record label owned by the aforementioned producer and D'banj.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Cinematographer
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Description
- Mavin is currently looking for a cinematographer and editor who will be responsible for managing camera crews and lighting crews and overseeing the selection and manipulation of technical equipment to create striking images on the screen.
- Creativity, spotlighting trends, and innovation are critical for this role.
- Our ideal candidate should be able to bring sight and sound together in order to tell a cohesive story.
Here is what you will be doing
- Analyzing research regarding available locations, props, sun position, and weather conditions at the prospective film sites.
- Selecting and sourcing required equipment, tools, and crew members
- Visiting locations and taking a series of test shots before deciding on angles, fliers, framing, equipment, lighting, and techniques that will be used to create the desired atmosphere for the film.
- Attending cast rehearsals and providing advice where appropriate
- Trim footage segments and put together the sequence of the film
- Input music, dialogues, graphics and effects
- Create rough and final cuts
- Ensure logical sequencing and smooth running
- Consult with stakeholders from production to the post-production process
- Continuously discover and implement new editing technologies and the industry’s best practices to maximize efficiency.
- Keeping up-to-date with the advances in the film industry and attending workshops and training sessions wherever possible
- Maintaining quality and quantity of content formats shot and delivered
- Create and maintain production of new original content outside of artist promotional content
- Expanding networks and maintaining relationships with industry professionals
What you need to land this role
- Bachelor’s degree in Film, Production or similar discipline
- Video editing is an added advantage
- Extensive experience working in the film/entertainment industry
- Stamina and Physical strength
- The ability to work for long hours and spend time away from home
- A passion for film, a good eye for detail, and excellent hand-eye coordination
- Lighting and Editing skills are required for this position
- Global mindset and approach to work and ideation/execution.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
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