Cinematographer
Core
Senior Cinematographer capturing high-quality footage for social, brand, product launches, technical explainers, and documentary-style content for Zipline's communications team.
Role type
Senior hands-on IC cinematographer
Builds
Social and brand videos, product launches, technical explainers, customer stories, interviews, and internal communications
Domain
Logistics / Autonomous systems / Healthcare / Consumer products
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Professional cinematography, camera operation (ARRI, RED, Sony, Canon, Blackmagic), lighting design, grip setups, composition, framing, lensing, exposure, color science, metadata management, equipment maintenance, documentary instincts, safety judgment
Preferred skills
Robotics/autonomy/aviation/logistics subject matter, high-speed capture, stabilized remote cameras, gimbals, motion control, time-lapse, aerial cinematography, FAA Part 107, DaVinci Resolve, still photography, location audio
Technologies
ARRI, RED, Sony, Canon, Blackmagic, DaVinci Resolve
Responsibilities
Translate shot plans into practical camera and lighting approaches; operate cameras and lighting setups for studio and location shoots; collaborate with producers and creative partners on pre-production planning; maintain media integrity through consistent settings and handoffs; capture footage in changing conditions while ensuring technical quality; coordinate with audio crew and technical teams for safe capture around aircraft and robotics
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
