Director of Photography (DOP) — Client Project

Director of Photography (DOP) — Client Project
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**Aru Labs | Project-based opportunity**

Aru Labs is looking for a **Director of Photography / Cinematographer** for an upcoming independent web-series project being produced for a client.

This is a **project-based role**, not a permanent position at Aru Labs.

The series is a character-driven story exploring **startups, ambition, relationships, friendship, money and life**.

The project is expected to shoot across locations in India and potentially internationally.

### What you'll do

* Develop the visual language and cinematography approach for the series
* Work closely with the Director during pre-production and production
* Help plan camera, lenses, lighting and equipment requirements
* Recommend and coordinate the camera/lighting team where required
* Participate in location and technical planning
* Lead cinematography during the shoot
* Help conduct a short test shoot before principal photography
* Work with the Director and 1st AD to make the production achievable within the schedule

### What we're looking for

* Strong cinematography or filmmaking portfolio
* Good understanding of lighting, lenses, composition and visual storytelling
* Comfortable working on a lean, independent production
* Strong communication and problem-solving skills
* Experience working with small production teams is a plus
* Commercial, film, music video, short film or web-series experience is welcome

You do **not** need to have worked on a large studio production.

We're more interested in your **eye, storytelling ability and ability to work collaboratively**.

### Working arrangement

**Remote:** Yes, during pre-production
**Travel:** Required during production
**Engagement:** Project-based / contract
**Production window:** Late November – early December
**Potential locations:** Bengaluru, Mumbai, NCR and Bali

### How to apply

Send us:

* Your portfolio / showreel
* Instagram or LinkedIn
* Previous work
* Your location
* Your availability during the production window
* Your expected project fee / day rate

**Apply through Aru Labs with the subject: DOP — Web Series Client Project**

Aru Labs is coordinating this opportunity on behalf of the client.

We welcome filmmakers, cinematographers and independent creators from India and internationally.