Junior Director of Photography (DOP) (only in Pune)

**[This is an on-site job located in PUNE, MAHARASHTRA. Please apply only if you are located in PUNE]**

Job Title: Jr Director of Photography (DOP)

Location: Pune, India

Employment Type: Full-Time (In-office)

Experience: 1-2 Years (Live Projects Preferred)

Salary: As per market standards (Flexible for the right candidate)

About Mango Creators:

Mango Creators is a dynamic YouTube growth consultancy. We specialize in creating high-quality video content that drives engagement and helps brands expand their digital presence.

Role Overview

We are hiring a Director of Photography (DOP) who will:

● Assist and lead shoots (indoor & outdoor)

● Handle camera, lighting & sound setups

● Support smooth on-ground execution

● Manage and maintain production equipment inventory

● Contribute to the overall production workflow

This is a work-from-office role based in Pune. You will be actively involved in live projects and on-ground shoots.

Key Responsibilities:

Production & Shoot Execution

- Operate professional cinema cameras - Plan and execute lighting setups - Manage basic audio recording on shoots - Work closely with the Creative Director & Producers - Ensure visual consistency and production quality

Equipment & Inventory Management

- Maintain and track all production equipment - Ensure proper storage, charging, and readiness of gear - Conduct pre-shoot and post-shoot equipment checks - Coordinate rentals when required

Pre-Production & On-Ground Support

- Assist in tech recces - Understand shot breakdowns and execution plans - Help with basic set building and art execution (bonus) - Support junior crew on set

Required Skills

- Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in live production - Strong understanding of:

a) Camera systems & lenses

b) Lighting techniques (studio & outdoor)

c) Basic sound recording

- Understanding of exposure, color temperature & composition - Comfortable working in fast-paced shoot environments - Physically comfortable with handling gear and outdoor shoots - Detail-oriented & disciplined with equipment handling

Bonus Points if you have

- Experience in ad films or branded content - Knowledge of gimbals, sliders, drone operations - Basic color grading understanding - Set-building / art direction exposure - Editing knowledge (Premiere / DaVinci)

Why Join Us?

- Work in a creative and collaborative environment - Gain hands-on experience in professional video production - Develop your skills while working on exciting projects

How to Apply:

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, send your resume, portfolio, and a short note about your creative interests to av@mangocreators.com