BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree.
- 4+ years of experience in cinematography, photography, film production, or visual arts.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience working for global clients and brands.
- FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107).
- Bachelor's degree in cinematography or film production.
- 10+ years of demonstrated expertise as a cinematographer, showcasing a portfolio that reflects a commitment to excellence.
- Stay abreast of industry trends and technological advancements, implementing best practices to enhance the quality of our photo and video content.
- Proficient in operating professional camera and lighting equipment to achieve the highest standards in visual quality.
- Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to articulate and implement a vision for elevating video quality.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Please provide examples of prior work with your application.
- Must be willing to work some weekends to support launch operations and critical project timelines.
- Ability to travel for 1-2 weeks every month.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Cinematographer/Level II: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.