Videographer

**We're looking for**

We are looking for a full-time proficient Videographer to join us. You will be responsible for filming a large number of products. Besides filming, you should be able to clip the footage together and edit it along with the Video Editor. You should be able to set up cameras, lighting, backdrops and any other props required for a shoot.

**Who are you?**
- You have excellent computer skills
- You have strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Extensive knowledge of different motion picture techniques
- You are Physically fit and have an eye for detail
- You have excellent analytical skills

**What's the role?**

**You will be responsible for**:

- Planning and filming ad shoots
- Ensuring all filming equipment is ready and in proper working order
- Directing and assigning tasks to Camera Operators and Lighting Technicians
- Undertaking minor editing of film footages in the case of smaller productions
- Understanding briefs, offering creative feedback and providing an estimated filming budget
- Discussing ideas with the Creative team prior to filming
- Ensuring filming in proper lighting and audio clarity with perfect lens choice
- Providing creative direction when inserting captions, graphics, special effects and video texts
- especially for advertising products
- Contacting and negotiating with suppliers for equipment, products and services
- Troubleshooting minor technical issues with the video camera
- Ensuring consistency in filming from start to finish
- Cleaning and disassembling hardware such as tripod, lighting and gimbal
- Maintaining and updating equipment inventory

**Boxes to tick**
- Matric
- A certificate course in Videography or Cinematography - advantageous
- Proficiency in video editing software like Lumen5, Final Cut Pro and Nero Video
- Basic knowledge of production modes like doing a single camera setup and adjusting camera's white balance
- Familiarity with different cameras like digital cameras, professional-grade cameras and digital camcorders