We are seeking highly skilled Directors of Photography in the Los Angeles market to collaborate on a project-by-project basis across a growing portfolio of commercial productions.
This freelance opportunity is ideal for cinematographers who bring a strong visual perspective, technical expertise, and a collaborative approach to storytelling. You’ll partner with our production team and creative leads to deliver high-quality branded content for a range of clients, while maintaining flexibility in your schedule and project selection.
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Collaborate with directors and creative teams to define and execute the visual style of each project
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Lead all aspects of cinematography, including camera operation, lighting design, and lens selection
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Translate creative concepts into polished, highquality visual execution
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Manage camera and lighting crews on set
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Participate in location scouts and provide input on technical approach and visual opportunities
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Ensure consistency in image quality, color, and overall look throughout production
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Work closely with postproduction teams to maintain visual continuity and integrity
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Proven experience as a Director of Photography or cinematographer in commercial, branded, or advertising content
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Strong reel demonstrating expertise in lighting, composition, and camera movement
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Deep understanding of digital cinema cameras, lenses, and lighting systems
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Ability to work efficiently in fastpaced production environments
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Strong communication and collaboration skills
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Based in Los Angeles or able to work locally on assigned projects
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Experience working on highbudget commercial productions
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Versatility across shooting styles (studio, location, documentarystyle, tabletop, etc.)
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Established relationships with Los Angelesbased crews and rental partners
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Projects are assigned based on fit, availability, and client needs
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Scope, timeline, and compensation are defined per project
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Directors of Photography manage their own schedules and availability
To Be Considered, Please Submit
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Reel / portfolio
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Resume or credits list
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Gear familiarity (optional, but encouraged)
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Brief introduction highlighting relevant experience
For over four decades, Mills James has helped some of the country’s most respected brands conceive and produce the events and videos that have driven their growth. We’re a creative agency and production company in one, on a mission to deepen human connections and inspire people to care and act. X - EOE- Mills James, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer; All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status. EOE Please, no phone calls.
