COMMERCIAL CINEMATOGRAPHER (REMOTE) - REVD (Gray Media Group)

Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households. We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business. 

We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account with Company contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-paid life and disability benefits
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
• 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
• Focus on Caring

Salary/Wage:

$65,000 - $75,000 (DOE)

Shift and Schedule:

To be determined by Management

Job Type:

Full-Time

About Creative Services Team (Gray Media Group):

Gray Media’s Premier Creative Services team provides nationwide marketing and advertising support for our stations. Our team works directly with national and local sales teams to develop industry-leading marketing solutions with a focus on expertise in their respective categories.

Job Summary/Description:

As part of the commercial production department, you will be the lead visual creative on set, representing the look, feel, and style for assigned commercial shoots. Working in collaboration with the producer, you will execute the creative vision using unique and high-quality storytelling techniques. Tasks include but are not limited to pre-visualization, gear preparation, location scouting, field production crew duties, and lead camera operation.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Create compelling visual stories
• Bring a project to life with lighting, framing, and connection to the subject
• Produce high-quality creative spots, promotions, product shots, and long-form videos
• Work with producers and clients to determine the creative feel for shoots
• Find and scout locations – assessing potential obstacles and issues that could arise
• Promote new techniques for filming and storytelling
• Monitor new equipment for our expanding production arsenal
• Troubleshoot and solve problems quickly and independently
• Travel around the country, capturing stories and bringing high-quality products to clients and companies around the country

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Degree in Broadcast and Film Production or equivalent relevant experience
• 5+ years of experience in this role or a similar role
• Ability to shoot for broadcast, short and long-form content, promotional support, social media, YouTube, and more
• Strong creative storytelling, shooting, and lighting skills
• A sharp eye for creative shooting and lighting style
• Exceptional knowledge of cameras, variable focal length and primes lenses, filters, lighting, sliders, car mounts, and gimbals/stabilizers (ability to shoot with a drone is a plus)
• Ability to shoot various frame rates and multiple digital formats
• Experience with audio recording and microphone set-up, including Boom and wireless mics
• Passion for gear, color profiles, codecs, formats, and new equipment
• Highly organized, ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent grammar and written communication skills
• Solid time management for self and production
• Flexible, positive attitude in the face of high-pressure and stressful situations
• An open mind and learning-oriented
• Working knowledge of the post-production process with Premiere is a plus
• The position must be able to travel at least 70% based on production schedules and location
• Demo of work is required

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

Gray Media Group is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.