Cinematography Trainee

2 days ago


Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria CareerBuddy Full time ₦1,200,000 - ₦2,400,000 per year

Our client in the
Marketing Industry
is seeking a dedicated
Cinematography Trainee
to join their team. This role offers the perfect opportunity for someone with little to no experience to gain intensive, hands-on training in a professional setting. You will work directly with our creative team, focusing on capturing, editing, and producing high-quality video content that creates memorable experiences for brands under our care. If you have a passion for storytelling, and looking to build it

Who We Are Looking For...

  • You possess a strong passion for storytelling and visual creativity, with a keen interest in filmmaking and videography.
  • You have basic knowledge of video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Cap cut, and Photoshop.
  • You demonstrate strong attention to detail, composition, and visual storytelling.
  • You are a collaborative team player with strong time management skills, capable of taking constructive feedback and meeting project deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

  • You will assist in writing or adapting scripts for video projects.
  • You will help create visually compelling video content for clients and internal projects.
  • You will capture studio-quality photographs and videos both in-house and on-location.
  • You will collaborate with the creative team to develop a visual style and storytelling approach.
  • You will organize and assemble video segments to ensure smooth storytelling.
  • You will learn and manage technical aspects of video recording and editing.
  • You will perform basic video and audio editing to maintain logical sequencing and continuity.
  • You will support event coverage and documentation as needed.
  • You will work within a creative brief, developing and pitching ideas to meet client needs.
  • You will assist in developing an overall video branding strategy for various projects.
  • You will gain hands-on experience with professional video equipment and editing software.

What Success Looks Like...

  • Demonstrating measurable improvement and proficiency in camera operation, lighting, and professional editing software within the first six months.
  • Successfully contributing to the production, shooting, and editing of a defined number of client and internal video projects monthly.
  • Consistently demonstrating the ability to work collaboratively and efficiently implement constructive feedback from the Creative Director/Team Lead.
  • Producing video and photo content that meets basic standards for composition, continuity, and visual quality.

To be considered for this role you should have...

  • Bachelor's degree or HND in Creative Arts, Cinematography, Film Production, or a related field.
  • 0-1 years of experience in videography or content creation (internship experience is a plus).
  • Basic knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro, Cap cut, and Photoshop.
  • A portfolio showcasing video editing or cinematography projects is preferred.
  • Strong attention to detail, visual creativity, and the ability to meet deadlines.

The Goodies...

  • Intensive training in cinematography, video production, and professional editing techniques.
  • Exposure to real-world projects across various industries in the marketing and advertising sector.
  • Opportunity to quickly develop and sharpen technical skills in video editing and storytelling.
  • Opportunity to work within a professional, creative, and collaborative team environment.