Ellen Digital Ventures seeks SR. DIGITAL PRODUCER/DIRECTOR with comedy background (Temp – Contract)
Responsibilities include ideating and executing all aspects of production from pitching new digital series and one off branded content to writing scripts, producing talent, directing on set, and working with editors to create story driven, heartfelt and comedic digital video content.
Must be able to think big, collaborate creatively and be able to see a project from start to finish, communicating your vision to all stakeholders and crew and seeing it all the way through the edit and approval process.
An ideal candidate would also help strategize roll out – forward thinking around how to package the video or series across all multiple social platforms and beyond, optimizing social cuts, leveraging celebrity and influencer followings and identifying serviceable publicity moments within the content.
- 8+ years hands-on experience producing original, entertainment-related video content for digital audiences in the following categories: comedy, human interest, entertainment, talk shows, unscripted, reality shows, game shows
- Ideate digital series concepts and essentially showrun them - see them through development, execute them on set, and oversee edit process.
- Able to create and execute serialized content.
- Can direct multiple cameras in the field.
- Develop, pitch and execute big idea, out of the box, funny brand supported video concepts.
- Work closely with editors/graphics/clearance team during post-production
- Coordinate and collaborate effectively with production, editorial, integration, marketing, analytics teams, to ensure the success of original videos
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to work on multiple deadlines at once.
- Detail oriented.
- Social media fluency.
- Must be able to build digital segments from inception to exhibition and have a sharp comedic eye.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Live production experience
- Experience working with high-profile talent on or off camera
- TV experience (in addition to digital) is a plus
- Management of contract/freelance staffers
- Familiarity with Adobe CC Suite
Please send links of your previous work.
Starts immediately.