Art Director Video / Creative Lead (M/W/D)

About the Role

Become part of the film industry with VERY& Media GmbH, a creative advertising film agency based in Erfurt. We craft various formats for clients including inventive commercials, smart social media ads, and corporate videos, all while maintaining a strategic approach. Due to the increasing number of shooting days, we are looking to expand our team with a creative leader who has a keen storytelling sense and a passion for guiding projects from concept to screen.

Key Duties

• Develop innovative film concepts for a diverse range of regional, national, and international clients, covering branded content, image films, and commercials across a variety of sectors.
• Maintain creative oversight during shoots, ensuring the storyboard and client objectives are consistently implemented.
• Conduct interviews with protagonists, asking insightful questions to capture the best responses for editing.
• Direct actors on set to guarantee performances that are authentic and aligned with the brand.
• Coordinate with post-production teams to provide editors with the exact footage needed for optimal editing.

What to Expect

• Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing team support to ensure a smooth integration and collaborative work environment.
• Engage with a wide array of creative and challenging projects ensuring daily variety.
• Work within an inspiring office atmosphere located in Studiopark Erfurt, surrounded by camera rentals, film studios, and catering services.
• Opportunity to contribute original ideas and help elevate VERY& to new heights.
• Experience a startup culture with a flat hierarchy, fostering open communication and valuing ideas from all team members.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience in film and media, editorial, or agency settings with proven skills in conceptualizing and creatively executing projects.
• Strong creative vision coupled with assertiveness to champion ideas at the set and during post-production.
• Excellent teamwork abilities and a passion for collaborative creative processes.
• Fluency in German and good command of English.

Benefits

• Weekly personal training sessions available on a voluntary and complimentary basis.
• Unlimited access to a variety of beverages including coffee, mate, water, and juices from a fully stocked fridge.
• Annual team trips such as skiing in Czechia, relaxing in a finca in Mallorca, or canoeing on the Saale river.
• Access to professional camera and lighting equipment for private projects with prior approval.
• Regular office parties featuring DJs, drinks, and games with guest list invitations for friends.
• Workstations equipped with high-quality technology including Macs, ergonomic chairs, and recreational facilities like table football and ping pong tables.

Application Process

Initially, basic personal information (name, email, phone number, and a brief about yourself) is required for first contact. Submission of detailed application documents such as certificates or cover letters will be requested in the subsequent step.