Responsibilities

• Provide creative and technical input on how to approach video capture that follows overall client specifications and guidelines, as well as the specific vision for each project.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders upon project kickoff to ensure smooth execution.
• Lead internal and external pre-production meetings.
• Utilize a variety of cameras, lighting, and grip equipment.
• Implement both internal and client feedback in real time to ensure continued DDM brand and client alignment.
• Collaborate with Creative Directors and Producers to translate concepts into executable shoot plans.
• Scout and recommend locations, props, and light setups that align with creative vision and budget.
• Build shot lists, storyboards, and production outlines to guide on-set flow.
• Collaborate with Content Strategists and Creative Directors to ensure tone, style, and storytelling align with brand voice and audience insights.
• Coordinate with talent, crew, and producers to prep for efficient, small-footprint shoots.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, related field, or equivalent training and/or experience.
• 1-3 years of production experience in branded content, media, or advertising.
• Experience shooting, producing, and editing video content in a professional capacity, track record working in branded content is strongly preferred.
• Social video creation experience is a must.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Passion for culture, lifestyle, and authentic storytelling.
• Strong knowledge and experience with the entire production lifecycle, including pre-production, audio and video capture, lighting, studio and on-location environments, editing, and content delivery.
• Strong knowledge of various cameras, G&E, and related video equipment, coupled with the ability to select the best gear for any creative.
• Finishing skills required, including light color grading and audio mixing.
• Proficient in video editing/post-production software, while working specifically in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.
• Proficient skills in producing, lighting, and operating cameras for an efficient video shoot.

Nice to have

• Experience with quick turnarounds and implementing intensive revisions.