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Sr. Videographer, Industrial Energy Products

Tesla
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/16/2026
What To Expect
Tesla’s Industrial Energy team is seeking an exceptional Sr Videographer to serve as our field video lead capturing Megapack deployments, product launches, and technical educational content. This role demands a versatile visual storyteller who can capture compelling photo and video content across diverse locations worldwide, bringing Tesla's energy storage solutions to life through powerful imagery. This role is ideal for candidates who enjoy spending time on the road and in the field and can travel extensively.

What You'll Do

  • Field Production Leadership: Operate as the primary boots-on-the-ground video lead, independently managing on-location shoots at Megapack installations and events globally
  • Cinematography & Photography: Capture high-quality video footage, audio, and still photography that showcases Megapack technology, installations, and impact
  • Drone Operations: Execute advanced aerial cinematography using drones to capture unique perspectives of large-scale energy storage projects and Megafactories
  • Production Coordination: Work with the Video Producer to prepare crew, talent, gear, and location logistics in advance of shoot days
  • Vendor Management: Collaborate with the Video Producer to ensure international video production vendors meet Tesla’s creative and technical standards
  • Content Delivery: Support DIT, media management, and initial footage preparation and selection to accelerate the post-production handoff. Work closely with Post-Production and Video Producer to ensure footage meets editorial and technical requirements
  • Equipment Management: Maintain and operate professional camera systems, lighting, audio, and drone equipment in various field conditions


  • What You'll Bring

  • Proven experience as a cinematographer/videographer with a strong portfolio demonstrating technical excellence and creative vision
  • Expert-level drone operation skills with relevant and up-to-date certifications (Part 107 or international equivalents). Proficiency with professional cinema cameras (RED, ARRI, Sony, Canon, etc.) and audio recording systems
  • Strong understanding of lighting, composition, and visual storytelling
  • Experience with interviewing and directing on-camera talent
  • Proficiency with Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro
  • Ability to work independently and make creative decisions in the field
  • Willingness to travel extensively (50% of time) domestically and internationally


  • Benefits
    Compensation and Benefits
    Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
  • Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
  • Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
  • Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
  • Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
  • Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
  • Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
  • Tesla Babies program
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program


  • Expected Compensation

    $80,000 - $156,000/annual salary cash and stock awards benefits

    Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

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