Cinematographer / DOP

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Job Description

The Opportunity

visionary cinematographer

Open to candidates with strong freelance backgrounds looking to transition into a core leadership role.


About Us

Framed is a Kolkata-based photography and videography company founded in 2014.

What began as a boutique wedding storytelling team has now grown into three distinct verticals — each driven by emotion, visual artistry, and an unwavering commitment to detail.

  • Framed Memoirs

    – Emotion-rich, deeply human wedding films that preserve the legacy of love and relationships Website - www.framedmemoirs.in / Instagram - www.instagram.com/framed.memoirs


  • Framed Productions

    – Thoughtful, high-impact branded content, product films, fashion/lifestyle campaigns, and digital ads Website - www.framedproductions.in Instagram - instagram.com/productions.framed


  • Framed Studio

    – Beautifully lit, themed studio shoots capturing families, maternity, personal milestones, and portraits | Website - www.theframedstudio.in Instagram - instagram.com/theframedstudio


Key Responsibilities

Cinematography & Direction (On-Ground)

• Lead cinematography for key weddings and commercial projects.

• Plan and execute visual approaches based on creative briefs and storyboards.

• Manage camera teams, lighting setups, and location requirements.

• Direct shots on-ground to ensure storytelling clarity and emotional impact.


Post Production Oversight (Backend)

• Review, guide, and QC first cuts from editors to align with brand aesthetics.

• Build edit structures for major films (wedding trailers, brand videos, reels).

• Refine pacing, transitions, color tone, and sound syncing.

• Work closely with in-house editors and freelancers to ensure timely delivery.


Creative & Technical Supervision

• Set visual benchmarks and cinematic styles for different genres (e.g. romantic, celebratory, editorial, lifestyle).

• Define shot templates and editing guidelines per format: reels, trailers, long-form.

• Build internal SOPs for DOPs and editors.

• Collaborate with Creative Director on campaigns and high-profile projects.



Must-Have Skills

• Expertise in camera operation (Sony / Canon systems), lenses, rigs, and gimbals.

• Strong knowledge of visual composition & lighting. 

• Strong visual storytelling instincts — emotion, rhythm, pacing.

• Advanced knowledge of video editing software: Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve.

• Deep understanding of color grading, visual storytelling, and sound design.

• Ability to mentor junior cinematographers and editors.


Bonus Skills

• Experience working across both wedding and brand/commercial content.

• Drone operation certification or experience.

• Knowledge of AI/ML-based post-production tools.

• Fluent in English language 



You Are Someone Who

• Thinks like a filmmaker, not just a shooter.

• Has a meticulous eye and high visual standards.

• Can balance emotional storytelling with commercial crispness.

• Is dependable, self-motivated, and comfortable leading a team.

• Thrives in high-energy shoots but equally enjoys a quiet edit room.


Our offer

  • A package of

    10-12lacs per annum

    (fixed and variable combined) based on experience, visual portfolio, and leadership capabilities. 
  • Work Environment & Culture

    - We’re young, passionate— and fiercely committed to each other’s growth. No politics, no hierarchy walls — just honest conversations, strong collaboration, and endless support. We give you the freedom to experiment, push boundaries, and evolve your storytelling style. Every project is an opportunity to try something new — not just repeat a formula.
  • Collaboration with our state of the art with an in-house team of editors, cinematographers, designers.
  • This is your path to becoming a full-fledged Visual Director, with real leadership responsibility and room to grow


To Apply

Please share:

1. Your Cinematography Reel (Wedding + Commercial, if available)

2. At least 2 edited films (highlighting your color, pacing & storytelling)

3. A brief note on what visual storytelling means to you

4. Your resume/LinkedIn 


Email: career@framedmemoirs.in

Subject Line: Application for Head Cinematographer – [Your Name]

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