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Director of Photography / Cinematographer phoenix legacy studieos Del City, OK Job Details Contract $85,000 - $125,000 a year 6 hours ago Benefits Relocation assistance Employee assistance program Qualifications Teamwork Production design Color management Video production project leadership Optics Cinema cameras Photography camera lenses Photography gear Filmmaking equipment Schedule creation Project leadership Managing art or design teams Managing media, arts or design teams Senior leadership Stakeholder management Full Job Description
OBSIDIAN RISING
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DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHAY
Position:
Director of Photography /
Cinematographer Union:
IATSE Local 600 (Occupation Code 1901)
Project:
Feature Film /
Franchise Status:
Immediate Hire Principal Photography:
Q3 2027
Compensation:
Deferred (See Section 6)
Location:
TBD Posted:
August 2026 Cross‑
Posted:
ProductionHUB • StaffMeUp • Mandy Section 1 — Project Overview Obsidian Rising is the first chapter of a large‑scale cinematic franchise blending science fiction, ancient mythology, and dark fantasy. The project is fully developed at franchise scale, with worldbuilding, production design, and visual identity built to support multiple future installments. The Director of Photography will be a core creative collaborator, not a technical vendor. The DP will work directly with the Director to establish the franchise's visual language, including palette, lighting philosophy, lens strategy, and compositional grammar. The choices made in this film will define the look of all future entries. This role is suited for a cinematographer with significant feature‑film experience, strong visual authorship, and the ability to lead a large camera and lighting team across complex environments. Section 2 — Position Overview The DP reports directly to the Director and holds full creative and technical authority over the image. Responsibilities span pre‑production through final color grade, including: Visual language development Camera and lighting department leadership Format, lens, and camera system selection Pre‑production testing and LUT development Multi‑unit visual consistency Collaboration with VFX, Production Design, and Colorist Location scouting and feasibility assessment Budget stewardship Participation in DI and final grade This production will operate as an IATSE Local 600 signatory. All camera department hires will follow Local 600 rules and agreements. Section 3 —
Key Responsibilities Visual Language:
Develop and codify the franchise's visual grammar, documented in a formal look book.
Camera Department Leadership:
Oversee Operators, ACs, DIT, and support crew under Local 600 jurisdiction.
Lighting Design:
Create lighting plans for studio stages, interiors, exteriors, and potential international locations.
Format & Optics:
Lead selection of camera systems, lenses, and capture formats (anamorphic/spherical, LF/65, film/digital). Pre‑
Production Development:
Conduct camera tests, lens tests, LUT creation, and visual target establishment.
Visual Consistency:
Maintain continuity across main unit, second unit, and multi‑unit configurations. Inter‑
Department Collaboration:
Work closely with VFX, Production Design, Costume, and Colorist to ensure pipeline cohesion.
Location Scouting:
Evaluate photographic viability, lighting conditions, and logistical requirements.
Budget Management:
Operate within agreed parameters while maintaining visual standards.
DI & Color Grade:
Advocate for intended photographic results through final grade.
Stakeholder Representation:
Present visual strategy to financiers, distributors, and marketing as needed. Section 4 —
QualificationsRequired Feature Film Credits:
Minimum three produced feature films; at least one with wide theatrical or major streaming release. Large‑
Scale Production Experience:
Comfortable managing large crews and complex schedules.
Camera Systems Expertise:
ARRI ALEXA 35/LF/65, RED
MONSTRO/RAPTOR, Sony VENICE 2, or equivalent.
Optics Knowledge:
Strong understanding of anamorphic and spherical lenses, vintage and modern glass.
DI Workflow Proficiency:
LUT management, VFX plate photography, ACES or comparable color science.
Crew Leadership:
Proven ability to lead multi‑department teams. IATSE Local 600: Current membership or eligibility with willingness to join.
Availability:
Full availability
Q1-Q3 2027
for pre‑production and principal photography. Preferred Franchise/IP experience Dark genre cinematography (sci‑fi, fantasy, horror, neo‑noir) International production experience Collaboration with major VFX houses (ILM, Weta, Framestore, DNEG, MPC) ASC/BAFTA/Academy recognition Demonstrated range across intimate and large‑scale coverage Section 5 — Visual Aesthetic Brief Obsidian Rising's visual identity is defined by high‑contrast lighting, intentional shadow depth, and a desaturated yet expressive palette. Practical sources (fire, industrial fixtures, ambient planetary light) anchor the fantastical world in tactile realism.
Color is selective and meaningful:
ambers/golds for the ancient and human; cyans/blue‑greens for the technological and alien. True blacks are a signature element. Wide anamorphic framing with significant negative space and environmental scale is the default grammar. The aesthetic aims for operatic chiaroscuro and mythological grandeur, balancing intimate character moments with epic scale. The DP must bring a strong visual voice capable of serving a large, emotionally complex universe. Section 6 —
Compensation & Financial Disclosure Compensation:
Deferred. No cash compensation is paid during pre‑production or principal photography. A Deferred Compensation Agreement (DCA) will be executed before services begin.
It will define:
Deferred rate (aligned with Local 600 scale minimums) Interest accrual (if applicable) Payment priority Disbursement conditions Payment Triggers Deferred compensation becomes payable upon the earliest of: Qualified Financing Round sufficient to cover deferred obligations Acquisition or Distribution Agreement with a major studio or platform Funded Principal Photography via equity, pre‑sales, incentives, or gap financing Mutually Agreed Alternative Event documented in writing Deferred compensation is senior to profit participation and junior only to secured production debt unless otherwise negotiated. Local 600 compliance will be maintained. Deferred compensation is recognized by CSATF for roster eligibility. Section 7 —
Production Timeline Department Head Assembly:
Q3 2026 Early Pre‑
Production:
Q3-Q4 2026
Camera & Look Development:
Q1-Q2 2027
Full Pre‑
Production:
Q2 2027
Principal Photography:
Q3 2027 Post‑
Production:
Following principal photography All dates contingent on financing milestones. Section 8 — Equal Opportunity & Inclusion Obsidian Rising is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and safe production environment. We strongly encourage applications from cinematographers of all backgrounds, including those historically underrepresented in the camera department. All qualified candidates will be evaluated on reel strength, experience, and capacity to carry the project. Section 9 — How to
Apply Submit:
Director's Reel (Vimeo, Frame.io, or equivalent) Full CV / Filmography Letter of Intent describing visual approach and interest in the project Electronic submissions only. Only candidates with relevant franchise‑level or genre experience will receive a response.
