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Avia · 1 day ago

Videographer, Vertical Short-Form Video Ad (Mandarin Required)

LA Metro Area

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$100K/yr - $120K/yr

Avia is seeking a hands-on videographer with a strong instinct for producing short-form vertical videos for mobile game ads targeting overseas markets. The role involves on-set execution, collaboration with directors, and a performance-driven mindset to enhance click-through and conversion rates.

Casual GamesGamingSoftwareVideo Games

Hiring Manager

Jessica Si

Responsibilities

Support scheduled shoots 4–5 days per week, coordinating closely with directors and actors on set

Operate in a high-output environment, producing approximately 10 short-form narrative ads per day (up to ~60s each)

Ensure strong vertical framing, camera movement, and on-set efficiency tailored to short-form ad formats

Deeply understand creative intent and short-form script structure

Use lighting, camera angles, and actor emotion guidance to ensure each video meets the intended narrative and performance goals

Manage daily footage organization and backups, clearly labeled by script or project ID

Ensure post-production teams receive complete, usable, and high-quality footage with no gaps that would impact editing output

Regularly review top-performing videos from a cinematography perspective

Identify and apply patterns such as opening hooks (e.g., first 3 seconds), framing choices, and pacing that contribute to strong ad performance

Translate insights from performance data into future shoots

Qualification

CinematographyShort-form video productionBilingual communicationVideo editing awarenessCamera operationProblem-solvingAdaptabilityCreative collaboration

Required

Education or training in film, media, cinematography, directing, or a related field

Genuine interest in short-form advertising and hands-on shooting experience (short-form, social, or commercial)

Strong familiarity with North American short-form video styles on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook

Proficient with flexible cinema cameras such as Sony FX3 / FX6, and comfortable switching to iPhone-based setups when needed

Able to work with lightweight, efficient lighting setups suited for fast-paced shoots

Fluent in both English and Mandarin Chinese

Able to read scripts in both languages and accurately translate creative intent into clear, natural, on-set direction in English, ensuring smooth communication with cast and crew

Strong understanding of how footage will be used in post-production; shoots with editing flow in mind

Able to adapt quickly to unexpected challenges (location changes, weather, actor availability, etc.)

Comfortable iterating on shooting approaches based on creative feedback and performance learnings