Strong skills in cinematography, lighting, audio, editing, and motion graphics. * Excellent visual taste, creative judgment, and attention to detail. * Someone who thrives in a hands-on role and ...
Strong skills in cinematography, lighting, audio, editing, and motion graphics. * Excellent visual taste, creative judgment, and attention to detail. * Someone who thrives in a hands-on role and ...
Digital Content Associate Principal
New York, NY · On-site
$85K - $125K/yr
Partner closely with the CEO and senior leadership to develop social strategies that amplify our ... Content generator who is technically proficient in cinematography (mobile), video editing (e.g ...
Digital Content Associate Principal
New York, NY · On-site
$85K - $125K/yr
Partner closely with the CEO and senior leadership to develop social strategies that amplify our ... Content generator who is technically proficient in cinematography (mobile), video editing (e.g ...
Strong skills in cinematography, lighting, audio, editing, and motion graphics. * Excellent visual taste, creative judgment, and attention to detail. * Someone who thrives in a hands-on role and ...
Strong skills in cinematography, lighting, audio, editing, and motion graphics. * Excellent visual taste, creative judgment, and attention to detail. * Someone who thrives in a hands-on role and ...
Director, Media
Lehi, UT · On-site
Exceptional portfolio showcasing high-level cinematography, editing, and directing skills * 8+ years of senior-level experience in media production * Strong background in agency or fast-paced ...
Director, Media
Lehi, UT · On-site
Exceptional portfolio showcasing high-level cinematography, editing, and directing skills * 8+ years of senior-level experience in media production * Strong background in agency or fast-paced ...
Exceptional portfolio showcasing high-level cinematography, editing, and directing skills * 8+ years of senior-level experience in media production * Strong background in agency or fast-paced ...
Exceptional portfolio showcasing high-level cinematography, editing, and directing skills * 8+ years of senior-level experience in media production * Strong background in agency or fast-paced ...
Strong skills in cinematography, lighting, audio, editing, and motion graphics. * Excellent visual taste, creative judgment, and attention to detail. * Someone who thrives in a hands-on role and ...
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Strong skills in cinematography, lighting, audio, editing, and motion graphics. * Excellent visual taste, creative judgment, and attention to detail. * Someone who thrives in a hands-on role and ...
Strong skills in cinematography, lighting, audio, editing, and motion graphics. * Excellent visual taste, creative judgment, and attention to detail. * Someone who thrives in a hands-on role and ...
Strong skills in cinematography, lighting, audio, editing, and motion graphics. * Excellent visual taste, creative judgment, and attention to detail. * Someone who thrives in a hands-on role and ...
Digital Content Associate Principal
$85K - $125K/yr
Partner closely with the CEO and senior leadership to develop social strategies that amplify our ... Content generator who is technically proficient in cinematography (mobile), video editing (e.g ...
Digital Content Associate Principal
$85K - $125K/yr
Partner closely with the CEO and senior leadership to develop social strategies that amplify our ... Content generator who is technically proficient in cinematography (mobile), video editing (e.g ...
You are currently enrolled in a four-year academic institution, preferably as a junior or senior majoring in Cinematography and Film/Video Production. We also consider graduate students. * 3.0 GPA or ...
You are currently enrolled in a four-year academic institution, preferably as a junior or senior majoring in Cinematography and Film/Video Production. We also consider graduate students. * 3.0 GPA or ...
Strong skills in cinematography, lighting, audio, editing, and motion graphics. * Excellent visual taste, creative judgment, and attention to detail. * Someone who thrives in a hands-on role and ...
Strong skills in cinematography, lighting, audio, editing, and motion graphics. * Excellent visual taste, creative judgment, and attention to detail. * Someone who thrives in a hands-on role and ...
Senior Content Creative (Temp-to-Hire)
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
$121K - $151K/yr
As Senior Content Creative, you carry it from the field to the final cut. You're a filmmaker at ... it: cinematography, editing, motion, and photography * Proven ability to operate solo: you can ...
Senior Content Creative (Temp-to-Hire)
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
$121K - $151K/yr
As Senior Content Creative, you carry it from the field to the final cut. You're a filmmaker at ... it: cinematography, editing, motion, and photography * Proven ability to operate solo: you can ...
Strong skills in cinematography, lighting, audio, editing, and motion graphics. * Excellent visual taste, creative judgment, and attention to detail. * Someone who thrives in a hands-on role and ...
Strong skills in cinematography, lighting, audio, editing, and motion graphics. * Excellent visual taste, creative judgment, and attention to detail. * Someone who thrives in a hands-on role and ...
Strong skills in cinematography, lighting, audio, editing, and motion graphics. * Excellent visual taste, creative judgment, and attention to detail. * Someone who thrives in a hands-on role and ...
Strong skills in cinematography, lighting, audio, editing, and motion graphics. * Excellent visual taste, creative judgment, and attention to detail. * Someone who thrives in a hands-on role and ...
Video Editor Internship
Manhattan, NY · On-site
You are currently enrolled in a four-year academic institution, preferably as a junior or senior majoring in Cinematography and Film/Video Production. We also consider graduate students. * 3.0 GPA or ...
Video Editor Internship
Manhattan, NY · On-site
You are currently enrolled in a four-year academic institution, preferably as a junior or senior majoring in Cinematography and Film/Video Production. We also consider graduate students. * 3.0 GPA or ...
... the broadcast, cinematography, videography, and industrial markets. You could be drawn to our ... Develop executive-level reporting, business cases, and recommendations for senior leadership.
... the broadcast, cinematography, videography, and industrial markets. You could be drawn to our ... Develop executive-level reporting, business cases, and recommendations for senior leadership.
... the broadcast, cinematography, videography, and industrial markets. You could be drawn to our ... Develop executive-level reporting, business cases, and recommendations for senior leadership.
... the broadcast, cinematography, videography, and industrial markets. You could be drawn to our ... Develop executive-level reporting, business cases, and recommendations for senior leadership.
... the broadcast, cinematography, videography, and industrial markets. You could be drawn to our ... Develop executive-level reporting, business cases, and recommendations for senior leadership.
... the broadcast, cinematography, videography, and industrial markets. You could be drawn to our ... Develop executive-level reporting, business cases, and recommendations for senior leadership.
Cinematography skills are an added asset. We're looking for someone who excels on deadlines and has ... This role reports to a Senior Producer on the Reporter Video team in NYC. Basic Qualifications ...
Cinematography skills are an added asset. We're looking for someone who excels on deadlines and has ... This role reports to a Senior Producer on the Reporter Video team in NYC. Basic Qualifications ...
Videographer & Editor
Philadelphia, PA · On-site
$75/hr
Experience interviewing and directing C-suite executives and senior stakeholders. * Excellent ... Strong knowledge of cinematography, interview lighting, audio capture, composition, and editing ...
Videographer & Editor
Philadelphia, PA · On-site
$75/hr
Experience interviewing and directing C-suite executives and senior stakeholders. * Excellent ... Strong knowledge of cinematography, interview lighting, audio capture, composition, and editing ...
... the broadcast, cinematography, videography, and industrial markets. You could be drawn to our ... Collaborate with the Sr. Digital Marketing Manager on campaign strategy and execution. eCommerce ...
... the broadcast, cinematography, videography, and industrial markets. You could be drawn to our ... Collaborate with the Sr. Digital Marketing Manager on campaign strategy and execution. eCommerce ...
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What is the difference between Senior Cinematography vs Camera Operator?
| Aspect | Senior Cinematography | Camera Operator |
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| Credentials | Film or digital media degree, extensive experience | Basic camera operation training, some experience |
| Work Environment | Film sets, TV productions, commercials | On-set camera operation, live events |
| Responsibilities | Creative vision, lighting, shot composition | Operating cameras as directed |
Senior Cinematography involves overseeing the visual storytelling, lighting, and shot composition, requiring advanced skills and experience. Camera Operators focus on operating cameras under the director's guidance. While both roles work closely on set, Senior Cinematographers have a broader creative role, whereas Camera Operators execute specific camera tasks.
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Job description
About Us
Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $8.1 billion in revenue for 2025, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for mission critical, industrial, life sciences, power & energy, aviation, commercial, institutional, residential and sports & entertainment related building projects.
The Role We Want You For
This is an opportunity to own video at one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry. You'll create cinematic, story-driven content that elevates our brand while mentoring a junior videographer and helping establish a best-in-class internal video function.
If you're equally comfortable developing concepts, writing scripts, directing interviews, shooting on location, flying drones, editing, building motion graphics, and crafting compelling stories, we'd love to talk.
The Specifics of the Role
Requirements
Some Things You Should Know
Why Clayco?
Benefits
Compensation
Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $8.1 billion in revenue for 2025, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for mission critical, industrial, life sciences, power & energy, aviation, commercial, institutional, residential and sports & entertainment related building projects.
The Role We Want You For
This is an opportunity to own video at one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry. You'll create cinematic, story-driven content that elevates our brand while mentoring a junior videographer and helping establish a best-in-class internal video function.
If you're equally comfortable developing concepts, writing scripts, directing interviews, shooting on location, flying drones, editing, building motion graphics, and crafting compelling stories, we'd love to talk.
The Specifics of the Role
- Lead creative development from concept through final delivery.
- Produce high-quality video for brand campaigns, social media, recruiting, executive communications,
- and internal presentations.
- Write scripts and develop story-driven content that simplifies complex ideas.
- Shoot on location at offices, events, and active jobsites across the country.
- Edit cinematic video with strong pacing, color, sound design, and motion graphics.
- Capture drone footage (FAA Part 107 certification is a plus).
- Collaborate with marketing, communications, and leadership teams to bring ideas to life.
- Mentor and develop a junior videographer while helping raise the creative standard across the
- department.
- Stay ahead of emerging production techniques, AI tools, and creative trends.
Requirements
- 7+ years of professional video production experience.
- A portfolio demonstrating exceptional storytelling and high-quality branded content.
- Expertise in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, Photoshop, and the full production workflow.
- Strong skills in cinematography, lighting, audio, editing, and motion graphics.
- Excellent visual taste, creative judgment, and attention to detail.
- Someone who thrives in a hands-on role and enjoys owning projects from idea to final delivery.
- Experience with drone videography is a plus.
Some Things You Should Know
- No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
- We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
- The pace is fast!
Why Clayco?
- 2025 Best Places to Work - St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
- 2025 ENR Top 400 - Top Data Center Contractor (Top 3).
- 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms - Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
- 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors - Green Contractor (Top 3).
Benefits
- Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!
Compensation
- The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
About Clayco
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Industry
Construction
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Chicago, IL, US
Year founded
1984