Cinematography Internship

Selected intern's day-to-day responsibilities include:

1. Prepares for the shoot
2. Sets up the shot(s) through planning and coordination with director, camera operator and other members of crew
3. Monitors the shot(s) through use of a monitor or viewfinder when live action is being recorded simultaneously
4. Stores and organizes footage from an attempt to see if it meets quality standards or work out any problems
5. Reviews and marks footage, cuts or edits during post production
Works with the film editor to make sure the shots filmed will fit into the final movie
6. Looks at the script and decides with the director how to execute it photographically
7. Sets up lights and other technical equipment required for the shot(s), using standard lighting instruments and types of lighting gels or filters
8. Works closely with director, actors, and other crew to create settings for effective shots or sequences
9. Advises the director on camera angles and lighting
Sets up the camera to record sound or film in various situations (e.g. nature, a city street)
10. Sets up cameras and other media equipment for shooting sound or television productions
11. Advises the director on when to make a call sheet or notify the production company of the dates, times, and locations of the shoot
12. Uses lighting instruments to achieve desired results (e.g. enhance facial features)
13. Repositions the camera or camera angle to get perfect angle and perspective
Reviews footage and decides whether shots can be used, or whether they need to be re-shot
14. Writes a shot list of all the shots needed for filming of a scene (e.g. individual angles, cutaways and close ups)
15. Decides on lighting and other special effects required for scenes (e.g. rain, snow).

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