Cinematography Prompting Specialist Role Overview
The Cinematography Prompting Specialist reviews short video clips and translates on-screen visuals into clear, technically accurate shot descriptions and prompts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Watch short video clips and identify key shots and transitions
- Describe framing, movement, blocking, lighting, and composition
- Create structured prompts that capture the look, feel, and intent of each shot
- Call out stylistic references when relevant
- Follow internal templates for shot-level and sequence-level descriptions
- Provide examples of effective vs. ineffective prompts when needed
- Maintain consistent terminology, depth, and clarity across tasks
Requirements:
Must-Have:
- Background in cinematography, camera work, editing, or film studies
- Ability to describe shots using film language and technical terminology
- Strong attention to visual detail (composition, lens feel, movement)
- Clear written communication and consistency across repetitive tasks
Nice-to-Have:
- Experience writing prompts for video or image generation tools
- Professional experience as a DP, camera operator, director, or editor
