Cinematographer
Zipline
About Zipline
Do you want to change the world? Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move. Our aim is to solve the world’s most urgent and complex access challenges by building, manufacturing and operating the first instant delivery and logistics system that serves all humans equally, wherever they are. From powering Rwanda’s national blood delivery network and Ghana’s COVID-19 vaccine distribution, to providing on-demand home delivery for Walmart, to enabling healthcare providers to bring care directly to U.S. homes, we are transforming the way things move for businesses, governments and consumers. The technology is complex but the idea is simple: a teleportation service that delivers what you need, when you need it. Through our technology that includes robotics and autonomy, we are decarbonizing delivery, decreasing road congestion, and reducing fossil fuel consumption and air pollution, while providing equitable access to billions of people and building a more resilient global supply chain.
Are you a communications and storytelling ninja? Do you know how to build and execute strategic communications campaigns that educate your audience and celebrate champions? Then this role could be for you!
About The Role
Zipline is expanding in the U.S. and will be delivering food, medicine, retail items and more directly to people’s homes in many states across the country in the next few years. As Zipline’s In-House Videographer, you will be responsible for helping to bring our story to life through compelling visual content, particularly video shooting. As our go-to visual storyteller, you will be responsible for filming, producing, and editing videos that engage our audiences—whether it's customers, partners, or the wider public. Your work will shape how the world sees Zipline and our game-changing innovation.
You’ll build our brand, bring our magical experience to life and generate awareness and advocacy for Zipline’s work and operations. By doing that, you’ll help millions of people save time and get access to faster, more convenient and more affordable delivery that’s better for the environment. You’ll thrive in this role if you are mission-driven, entrepreneurial, like to work in fast-paced environments, intellectually curious, work well cross-functionally, and are equal parts creative and hard working.
What You'll Do
- Shoot high-quality video content that captures Zipline’s operations, culture, and impact.
- Capture footage of Zipline’s technology, team members, customers, and partners across various locations.
- Maintain and organize Zipline’s video library, raw footage, and assets for future use.
- Provide technical expertise on camera equipment, lighting setups, and post-production techniques to ensure top-tier video quality.
- Produce and direct video shoots, ensuring the right lighting, sound, and composition.
- Light edit video content, providing polished, engaging, and on-brand visuals.
- Bringing original content ideas that align with the Zipline brand and mission.
- Work with a team to manage pre-production and shooting, including logistics.
- Adapt to fast-paced, dynamic environments—from controlled studio settings to on-the-ground, documentary-style shoots.
- Stay updated on video trends, social media best practices, and emerging technologies to keep Zipline’s content fresh and engaging.
What You’ll Bring
- 10+ years of experience shooting, producing and creating compelling short and long form videos in a fast-paced environment. (In-house tech experience is preferred).
- Proven experience Strong storytelling skills—ability to craft engaging narratives through video.
- Past Videography and Director of Photographer experience is ideal.
- FPV experience would be preferred if possible.
- Expertise in using professional camera equipment, drones, stabilizers, and lighting gear.
- Proven experience bringing complex topics to life.
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Iconik or Frame.io, and similar editing software (a plus, but not required).
- Experience with motion graphics and basic animation (a plus, but not required).
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a keen eye for visual composition and detail.
- Passion for Zipline’s mission and the desire to create work that makes an impact.
- Ability to travel for work to capture content (approximately 30%)
You’ll Thrive in the Role If:
- You’re creative, flexible, nimble and a self-starter who collaborates well cross-functionally
- You like to work in fast-paced environments, are great at multitasking, think outside the box, and can go with the flow
- You have excellent attention to detail
- You are intellectually curious and a team player
- You are passionate and excited about Zipline’s mission, impact and products
- You’re comfortable as an “intrepreneur,” look for ways to continuous improve and take ownership