Video Director, Social

New York, USA (Hybrid)

$76K/yr – $87K/yrSenior Level4+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive social-first video creation for Hearst Magazines by owning concept, production, and delivery from ideation to final cut in a hybrid NYC role.

  • Own end-to-end social video campaigns from concept through final delivery across social and on-site
  • Must-have: 4+ years in publishing/agency/in-house brands with client-facing video experience
  • Standout: Direct hands-on shoots and post-production with platform-native outputs and trend-aware execution

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead the creative development of social-first video concepts aligned with client goals
  • Own end-to-end execution from idea through final delivery across social and on-site platforms
  • Develop narratives, scripts, and treatments that balance brand objectives with editorial voice
  • Define visual style and storytelling approach through mood boards, references, and creative direction
  • Direct on-set shoots, guiding talent, creators, and crew while adapting in real time
  • Collaborate with producers to scope shoots, assess feasibility, and ensure efficient execution
  • Oversee post-production to ensure content is engaging, platform-native, and aligned with creative vision
  • Stay ahead of platform trends, creator formats, and emerging tools to continuously evolve output

Requirements

  • 4+ years of experience in publishing, agency, or in-house brand environments
  • Strong understanding of social platforms (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube) and what drives performance
  • Experience developing and executing client-facing video campaigns
  • Confidence directing talent, including influencers, creators, and crew
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams
  • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • A hands-on creative mindset—you can both concept and execute
  • Based in or able to work in NYC with a hybrid schedule (4 days/week in-office)

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and holidays
  • Parental leave and family support programs
  • Employee discounts and access to exclusive events
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Hearst

As one of the nation’s largest global, diversified information, services and media companies, Hearst has been leading with purpose and integrity and innovating for more than a century. With a mission to inform audiences and improve lives, the company’s portfolio includes global financial services leader Fitch Group; Hearst Health, a group of medical information and services businesses; Hearst Transportation, which includes CAMP Systems International, a major provider of software-as-a-service solutions for managing the maintenance of jets and helicopters; 35 television stations; 24 daily and 52 weekly newspapers; more than 200 magazine editions around the world and ownership in cable television networks A&E, HISTORY, Lifetime and ESPN. Leading with purpose, Hearst is always moving forward. With a commitment to the highest quality in our products and services, we’re investing in healthcare solutions to help improve patient outcomes and technology that curbs emissions. Our brands are providing vital analysis, data and software to the global financial services industry; delivering important service and investigative journalism; and inspiring audiences with sports and entertainment programming. And we are dedicated to serving the communities it operates in, both civically and philanthropically.

Founded in 1981
New York, New York, USA
6.4K employees (1,993 in marketing)