Cinematographer

Colossal Biosciences•Dallas, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Colossal is seeking a versatile Cinematographer to help define the visual language of de-extinction through ongoing documentary coverage across laboratories, field expeditions, interviews, and original productions. This role is designed for a passionate creative who can pair strong documentary instincts with cinematic craft, moving fluidly between scripted productions and real-time documentary coverage, capturing breakthrough science as it happens, and elevating everyday moments into compelling visual storytelling. This role is based on-site full time in Dallas, TX. Relocation assistance is available.

Requirements

Experience filming in both controlled (lab/studio) and natural (field/remote) environments
Background in documentary or long-form storytelling, following real people and breakthrough moments over time
Ability to make complex science visually compelling and emotionally accessible
Drone/aerial cinematography experience in dynamic environments
Experience building content systems within small, fast-moving teams
Color grading experience, with the ability to work within color pipelines, including LUTs and collaboration with colorists to maintain visual intent
Interest in science, technology, and de-extinction

Responsibilities

Serve as Director of Photography, guiding camera, composition, and movement
Shape visual tone and framing to achieve a cinematic, cohesive look
Lead video and photography capture across lab environments, fieldwork, and controlled productions
Operate confidently in both fast-moving documentary conditions and structured in-house shoots
Capture with flexibility to support multiple outputs (social, YouTube, experiential)
Partner with the entertainment team to plan shoots, coordinating crew, gear, and logistics as needed
Adapt quickly to changing environments, scientific constraints, and production needs
Evaluate and implement new camera systems, lenses, and emerging production technologies
Stay current on advancements in cinematography and AI-driven workflows
Advise on gear selection and build scalable camera packages for different production needs
Design and execute lighting setups across lab, interview, and documentary environments
Balance technical accuracy with cinematic mood and brand consistency
Adapt lighting approaches quickly based on environment and constraints
Partner with post-production to ensure visual intent carries through
Help define and maintain the final color look across projects
Establish and refine brand-consistent LUTs for use across shoots and workflows