Cinematographer duties: - Collaborating with the director about the required mood, theme and feel of shots (and advising the director on what is feasible and what would work best creatively) researching details such as available filming locations, props and weather conditions blocking with the director (this means deciding the exact placements and movements of the actors and the camera) - Communicating the blocking decisions with the camera operator, gaffer (responsible for lighting) and grip (a technician who sets up, operates and maintains equipment to support the camera) so they can figure out camera movements and lighting requirements for the shoot - Marking up the shots for focus and framing in preparation for shooting attending all shoot rehearsals to see how the visuals are looking and give advice where needed - Approving costumes, make-up and hair training the necessary crew to use equipment working with the post-production team to make sure the vision came to life as it should have and that the mood/tone is right.