Cinematographer Comedy Skits

About the Role

Twine is seeking a Cinematographer Comedy Skits for a contract position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role involves the production of two short, narrative comedy-skit commercials for social media, each approximately 40–45 seconds in length. The project requires a filmmaker or videographer to manage the entire production process, including on-site filming at an indoor office and a local cafeteria, with a visual style emulating a mockumentary.

Project Overview

The successful candidate will be responsible for producing two social media commercials. These commercials will feature handheld camera movement, quick zooms, natural workplace lighting, and deadpan comedic timing. Clean, high-quality dialogue audio is essential for this project. The role also covers directing support and full post-production, including editing, color grading, sound design, and final audio mixing. Scripts and storyboard references will be provided by the client.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute the filming of two short comedy-skit commercials on location in Riyadh.
• Direct actors and manage on-set workflow to achieve a mockumentary style with dynamic pacing and comedic timing.
• Capture high-quality dialogue audio using professional boom and/or lavalier microphones.
• Oversee all aspects of post-production, including editing, color grading, sound design, and audio mixing.
• Deliver a first edit within 5–7 days post-shoot and finalize publish-ready versions after feedback.
• Collaborate with the client using provided scripts and storyboard references.
• Ensure all deliverables meet social media advertising standards and visual references.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• 5-10 years of experience in filmmaking or videography.
• Demonstrated ability to produce narrative comedy content.
• Proficiency in managing the entire production process from filming to post-production.
• Must provide professional camera, lighting, and audio equipment.
• Experience with mockumentary visual styles, including handheld camera movement and quick zooms.
• Strong understanding of sound design and audio mixing for dialogue.

Work Location and Type

This is a contract position based in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Filming will take place on-site at an indoor office and a local cafeteria within Riyadh.

Application Process

Candidates meeting the specified requirements are encouraged to apply. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.