Director of Photography

Job Role: Junior DOP

Job Type: On-site

Location: Kolkata

About Us

SVF Entertainment is Eastern India's largest entertainment conglomerate, founded in 1995, with a commanding presence across film production and distribution (135+ Bengali films, 900+ releases), television content (5,000+ hours), digital cinema, music (800+ songs, #1 Bengali YouTube), hoichoi OTT platform, new media, multiplex cinemas, and equipment rental. Backed by 8 National Awards and visionary leadership, SVF delivers blockbuster storytelling through powerhouse brand storytelling and with hoichoi, SVF Music, MNI and SVF Cinemas.

Role

We are looking for a creative and technically skilled Junior DOP (Director of Photography) to assist in planning and executing high-quality visual content for digital, social media, and production projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing shoots as per creative requirements.
• Handle camera, lenses, lighting, and other production equipment.
• Set up and manage lighting and camera compositions.
• Ensure proper framing, exposure, focus, and visual consistency.
• Collaborate with directors, producers, and creative teams during shoots.
• Assist in location scouting and shot planning.
• Ensure all required equipment is available and properly maintained.
• Adapt to different shooting environments and production requirements.

Must-Have Skills

• Hands-on experience with professional cameras, lenses, and lighting equipment.
• Strong understanding of cinematography, composition, framing, and exposure.
• Knowledge of different lighting techniques and setups.
• Familiarity with camera settings, lenses, and shooting formats.
• Good visual sense and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in fast-paced production environments.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of basic video editing and colour grading is an added advantage.