Cinematographer

Cinematographer / Director of Photography — Music Video **Freelance Internship \| Shoot Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026** **Akwire Media Group (AMG)** is seeking a talented, hungry, visually driven **Cinematographer / Director of Photography** for the official music video for **“Jack in the Box.”** We are looking for an emerging cinematographer who understands how to create a **true cinematic music\-video look** rather than simply capturing performance coverage. This is a **freelance internship\-level opportunity** for someone looking to strengthen their reel, build professional relationships, and potentially **grow within Akwire Media Group as part of our expanding production team.** The right person will have the opportunity to be considered for **larger, paid AMG productions moving forward**, including music videos, commercials, narrative films, branded content, and other professional shoots. What We’re Looking For The ideal candidate should: * Have experience shooting **music videos, narrative films, commercials, or cinematic branded content** * Have a strong understanding of **cinematic lighting, composition, camera movement, exposure, and visual storytelling** * Be comfortable creating polished **performance and narrative imagery** * Understand how to achieve a premium, theatrical **cinema look** * Be comfortable working in a fast\-paced independent production environment * Be collaborative and able to work closely with the Director and production team * Have a strong eye for skin tones, contrast, texture, practical lighting, and motivated lighting * Be interested in **growing with AMG and becoming part of a recurring creative team** * Be available **Thursday, August 27, 2026** Preferred Camera Experience Strong preference will be given to cinematographers experienced with cinema\-camera systems such as: * **RED Cinema Cameras** * **Sony Cinema Line — FX3, FX6, FX9, VENICE, etc.** * **ARRI Alexa / Alexa Mini / Alexa 35** * Comparable professional digital cinema systems Experience with **cinema lenses, anamorphic lenses, filtration, lighting packages, gimbals, handheld operation, and professional camera builds** is a major plus. **Owning a camera package is helpful but not required.** Please specify what camera, lenses, and additional equipment you personally have access to when applying. Visual Direction We want the project to feel like a **professionally photographed cinematic music video**, with intentional lighting, strong contrast, dimensional compositions, controlled camera movement, rich color, and imagery that could live comfortably on a major\-label artist’s reel. We are especially interested in cinematographers who bring their **own visual perspective** and can contribute creatively rather than simply execute a shot list. Growth Opportunity With AMG This opportunity is intended to be more than a one\-time shoot. **Akwire Media Group is actively building a network of cinematographers, camera operators, filmmakers, and creatives who can grow with the company.** Candidates who demonstrate strong creative ability, professionalism, reliability, and chemistry with the team may be invited back for **larger paid productions** and have the opportunity to become a recurring member of the **AMG production ecosystem.** As AMG continues to expand into larger music videos, commercials, film, television, branded content, and entertainment productions, we want to build relationships with filmmakers who can **grow alongside the company and step into bigger creative roles over time.** To Apply Please submit: * Your **cinematography reel** * 2–3 examples of your strongest music video or narrative work * Your Instagram, Vimeo, website, or portfolio * Camera systems you have experience operating * Camera/lens package you own or have access to, if applicable * Confirmation that you are **available Thursday, August 27, 2026** * A short introduction explaining your cinematography style and why you would like to grow with AMG **Please do not apply without a reel or examples of previous cinematography work.** We are looking for someone who wants to make something that **looks like cinema, grow with a production company, and be considered for bigger paid shoots as AMG expands.** Pay: $20\.00 per day Work Location: In person