Cinematographer / Cameraman / DP/ Videographer

Job Title: Cinematographer / Cameraman for Viral Steampunk Airship Project

Overview
We are creating a one-of-a-kind YouTube channel about a real-life steampunk sky captain and his personal hot air blimp — the first step in building the world’s first Steampunk Flying Circus. This isn’t just aviation documentation; it’s myth-making, theater, and spectacle designed for viral video.

We need a cinematographer who can capture cinematic, hook-driven, and shareable moments. Someone who sees not only the shot in front of them, but the viral thumbnail, the time-lapse, the dramatic reveal.

Project Details

Shoot: 1–2 days, happening next week or the week after

Location: 1 hour west of Hartford, CT. 

Future Opportunities: If you’re a good fit, you’ll join us for more shoots across the U.S. (all travel expenses paid).

Responsibilities

Plan & capture viral sequences with the Sky Captain.

Film cinematic reveals, aerials, and spectacle shots (inflation, flight, reactions)

Operate multiple tools: DSLR/mirrorless, drone (must but I have one if needed), gimbal, action cams, and time-lapse setups.

Capture dynamic action (movement, POVs, spontaneous crowd moments).

Deliver structured footage for editors (coverage, pacing, hook shots).

Required Skills

Drone proficiency (must-have)

Experience with time-lapse, cinematic, and action shooting

Strong eye for visual storytelling & composition

Comfort shooting outdoors (fields, festivals, dusk/night shoots)

Collaborative, adaptive, and excited by spectacle

Nice-to-Have

Interest in steampunk, cosplay, or performance arts

Aviation or live event filming background

What You’ll Be Part Of
This is more than a gig — it’s an adventure. We’re building:

• Aviation wonder 
• Steampunk spectacle 
• Storytelling & character 
• Viral video energy 

Your footage will help launch a viral YouTube channel and eventually grow into live shows, festivals, and passenger flights.

Compensation

Negotiable day rate

Initial shoot = 1–2 days

Long-term = paid travel and repeat projects

How to Apply
Send me:

A short intro — why you’d be excited to film a steampunk blimp saga.

Links to past projects (YouTube/viral/social projects welcome, student work is fine).

Your gear list (especially drone/high quality cameras, lights & mics, and time-lapse tools).

⚡️ This is a rare chance to film something truly unique. If you’ve ever wanted to shoot cinematic adventure content that blends myth, theater, viral potential and spectacle — this is it.