Cinematographer / Editor

$85,000 - $120,000 (Based on Experience)

The Brand Amp is seeking an experienced Cinematographer / Editor to join our growing content production team. This is a hands-on creative role for someone who is equally comfortable behind the camera and in the edit suite. You'll help bring brand stories to life through compelling video and photo content that supports integrated marketing campaigns, social media initiatives, branded entertainment, product launches, and commercial productions.

Working closely with Producers, Creative Directors, Project Leads, and clients, you'll help shape concepts from pre-production through final delivery. From developing shot lists and capturing cinematic footage to editing polished final assets complete with motion graphics, color correction, sound design, and platform-specific deliverables, you'll play a key role in creating content that drives results.

This position requires a creative thinker with strong technical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced agency environment. Candidates should have 3 to 10 years of professional production experience and be based near Orange County (CA), with the ability to work a hybrid schedule. Some travel is required.

During the application process, we will request to view examples of work that you have shot and work you have edited.

WHAT SKILLS ARE NEEDED?

• 3 to 10 years of professional cinematography and video editing experience (experience in action sports is a plus)
• Strong understanding of visual storytelling, composition, lighting, camera movement, and audio capture
• Ability to collaborate with Project Leads and Creative teams to execute creative vision
• Experience developing shot lists and production plans prior to shoots
• Operate cinema cameras, lenses, lighting, audio, drones (Part 107 certification is a plus), and supporting production equipment
• Edit high-quality long-form and short-form video content for social media, digital campaigns, commercials, events, and branded storytelling
• Produce polished edits including color correction, sound mixing, motion graphics, supers, simple animations, and final exports
• Ability to utilize strong time management skills to organize project assets, maintain editing workflows, and manage file structures while balancing multiple deadlines
• Comfortable working independently on productions while collaborating closely with producers, creatives, clients, and external vendors
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, with working knowledge of Photoshop, Lightroom, and DaVinci Resolve
• Willingness to continue learning new production techniques, creative trends, AI-assisted workflows, and emerging technologies
• Ability to utilize AI-based LLMs such as Claude, ChatGPT, and Perplexity to improve production efficiency and creative workflows
• Willingness to travel as production schedules require (occasional weekend work required)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with Project Leads and Creative teams to execute creative concepts from pre-production through final delivery
• Develop shot lists and production plans that align with creative objectives
• Lead cinematography during studio and on-location productions while maintaining high production standards
• Capture high-quality video and photography for integrated marketing campaigns and branded content
• Edit projects from rough cut through final delivery, including graphics, supers, animations, color grading, audio mixing, and platform-specific formatting
• Ensure technical excellence and creative consistency across all deliverables
• Prepare final assets for digital, social, broadcast, and client delivery
• Maintain production equipment, organize media, archive projects, and support efficient production workflows
• Contribute creative ideas during concept development, production planning, and post-production reviews

Content has become the centerpiece of modern marketing, and we're investing heavily in building one of the industry's strongest in-house production teams. At The Brand Amp, our content creators work alongside experts in social media, public relations, influencer marketing, paid digital, graphic design, and brand strategy to develop integrated campaigns for nationally recognized brands.

You'll have the opportunity to produce everything from social-first content and commercial campaigns to documentaries, events, product launches, influencer collaborations, and creative passion projects. We believe the best ideas can come from anyone, and if you prove yourself, you'll be trusted with bigger opportunities and greater creative ownership.

Our team members are our greatest asset, and we're committed to creating an environment where talented people continue to grow creatively, professionally, and personally.

Because ambition only takes us so far, we also offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 401(k), with employer matching
• Employer provided/supplemented health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Traditional holidays and paid time off
• Employee referral program

Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.