Responsibilities

• End-to-End Media Production: Oversee and manage the lifecycle of video projects, from initial concept and strategy through post-production and deployment.
• Creative Direction & Taste-Making: Act as the internal creative consultant, guiding the aesthetic direction for video, graphic design, and web/wireframe needs.
• Self-Service Support: Enable cross-functional teams by creating and managing "self-service" creative assets, such as image templates and tutorial video frameworks.
• Channel & Content Strategy: Manage and optimize our YouTube channel and broader video strategy, ensuring content is engaging and high-performing.
• Vendor & Contractor Management: Source, manage, and deliver clear feedback to external video editors and designers.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Developer Advocates, Product, and Brand teams to build creative assets that translate complex technical concepts into compelling media.
• AI Workflow Innovation: Proactively explore, adopt, and implement modern AI tools and workflows to streamline creative production and content scaling.
• Hybrid Execution: Balance high-level delegation with hands-on creation; directly produce, edit, or design high-priority media assets when needed.
• Workflow Optimization: Design, document, and introduce new creative workflows and guidelines to iterate and improve our media creation processes for both video and static assets.
• Event & On-Site Production Support: Occasional travel (approx. 5-10%) to capture high-quality content at events, including keynotes, presentations, and/or interviews while working directly with executive leadership.
• Option A: Directly handle on-site production, including camera operation (DSLR/Mirrorless cameras), audio capture, and lighting setup.
• Option B: Source, hire, and direct local third-party production vendors and crews to handle the technical shoot while you oversee creative direction on-site
• The Balancing Act: Balance creative workloads with internal stakeholders and external vendors to meet deadlines.
• Audience Nuance: Create content for developers that is visually engaging and authentic, avoiding corporate fluff.
• Performance Tracking: Review and analyze how creative assets perform across channels (YouTube engagement, social media, paid ads).
• Data-Driven Iteration: Use performance data and audience insights to iterate on future creative concepts and improve ROI.

Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in a creative agency or corporate environment. Proven track record in roles such as Creative Director, Media Manager, Post-Production Manager, or Senior Media Specialist.
• Equivalent Experience (No Degree Required): 5–7 years of hands-on, practical industry experience demonstrating growth and a strong portfolio of work.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator), Figma (for wireframing and design assets), and Canva
• Collaboration & Remote Work: Familiarity with Google Workspace, Slack, and project management software.
• Production Knowledge: Basic to intermediate hands-on experience with video production equipment (cameras, microphones, and lighting).
• Vendor Procurement: Experience vetting, hiring, and budgeting for external production agencies.
• Communication: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate technical feedback from developers into actionable creative briefs for contractors.
• Adaptability: A fast-paced, remote-first mindset with the ability to juggle multiple priorities, pivot quickly, and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.

Preferred

• Modern Video Tooling: Experience with video recording tooling (e.g., Restream, Riverside, Loom).
• AI Tooling: Hands-on experience with or a strong desire to leverage AI tools like LLMs and generative AI creative software.

Benefits

• equity (where applicable)
• bonus
• health, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• flexible spending account
• paid leave (including PTO and parental leave)