Music video director job description
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Music video director requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in music video director job postings.
Sample music video director requirements
- Expertise in music video production
- Proficiency in video editing software
- Ability to interpret a music artist's vision and translate it into a video
- Understanding of camera and lighting techniques
- Knowledge of music industry trends and standards
Sample required music video director soft skills
- Creativity and innovative mindset
- Strong communication skills to effectively convey ideas to team members
- Effective time management skills to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects
- Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changes in project scope
- Collaborative mindset to work closely with music artists, producers, and other team members
Music video director job description example 1
Apple music video director job description
Santa Clara Valley (Cupertino),California,United States
Sales and Business Development
+ You have a passion for filmmaking, photography, design, and technology.
+ You're conceptual thinker and problem solver who is wildly creative and also obsessively meticulous.
+ An expert in all aspects of filmmaking, and are able to lead internal production teams as well as vendors, and direct professional and internal talent.
+ Expert storyteller with a command of visual, communication, narrative, and motion design principles, including composition, framing, and timing.
+ Flexible and can direct big productions as well as getting hands-on in smaller projects.
+ Understanding of what makes content- everything from live action to motion graphics- engaging and successful across channels and audiences.
+ Love keeping up with trends across all types of media associated with the entertainment, and social media.
+ Deep understanding and hands-on experience in: cinematography, lighting, camera operation, sound recording, and video editing.
+ Knowledgeable and hands-on experience with: RED cameras, RED RAW workflow, and ARRI cameras.
+ Deep understanding of and excellent proficiency in: Final Cut Pro, Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, After Effects, and a diverse range of motion design software, plug-ins, techniques and approaches.
+ A keen ability to build work as well as package and presenting creative solutions in an inspiring manner.
+ Clear and concise communicator displaying strong organization and collaboration skills.
+ Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally as the need arises.
**Description**
We build impactful edits and engage key audiences. We have the ability to visualize the project's vision in the early conceptualization stage and continual ideation with the team throughout the edit. We work well with key partners to ensure successful execution throughout the post-production process. You will direct teams to produce video content, as well as touch all aspects of production from ideation, to video shooting, and postproduction. You methodically assess and resolve technical and creative issues. We achieve high quality and continuity between multiple projects while working against aggressive deadlines. We actively maintain expertise in the latest technology trends, techniques, and tools related to post-production.
**Education & Experience**
BA or BS in communications, film, broadcast, media production, or related field or equivalent experience.
**Additional Requirements**
+ Please submit a demo reel and portfolio that clearly demonstrates your video directing skills.
**Apple Footer**
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (Opens in a new window) .
Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. United States Department of Labor. Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple is required to comply with a COVID-19 vaccination mandate issued by the New York City Department of Health. We will verify the vaccination status of all New York City team members who are working at an Apple Store, office, or partner store in New York City. New York City Department of Health Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you're applying for a position in San Francisco, review the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance guidelines (opens in a new window) applicable in your area.
Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program (Opens in a new window) .
Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Apple is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Sales and Business Development
+ You have a passion for filmmaking, photography, design, and technology.
+ You're conceptual thinker and problem solver who is wildly creative and also obsessively meticulous.
+ An expert in all aspects of filmmaking, and are able to lead internal production teams as well as vendors, and direct professional and internal talent.
+ Expert storyteller with a command of visual, communication, narrative, and motion design principles, including composition, framing, and timing.
+ Flexible and can direct big productions as well as getting hands-on in smaller projects.
+ Understanding of what makes content- everything from live action to motion graphics- engaging and successful across channels and audiences.
+ Love keeping up with trends across all types of media associated with the entertainment, and social media.
+ Deep understanding and hands-on experience in: cinematography, lighting, camera operation, sound recording, and video editing.
+ Knowledgeable and hands-on experience with: RED cameras, RED RAW workflow, and ARRI cameras.
+ Deep understanding of and excellent proficiency in: Final Cut Pro, Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, After Effects, and a diverse range of motion design software, plug-ins, techniques and approaches.
+ A keen ability to build work as well as package and presenting creative solutions in an inspiring manner.
+ Clear and concise communicator displaying strong organization and collaboration skills.
+ Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally as the need arises.
**Description**
We build impactful edits and engage key audiences. We have the ability to visualize the project's vision in the early conceptualization stage and continual ideation with the team throughout the edit. We work well with key partners to ensure successful execution throughout the post-production process. You will direct teams to produce video content, as well as touch all aspects of production from ideation, to video shooting, and postproduction. You methodically assess and resolve technical and creative issues. We achieve high quality and continuity between multiple projects while working against aggressive deadlines. We actively maintain expertise in the latest technology trends, techniques, and tools related to post-production.
**Education & Experience**
BA or BS in communications, film, broadcast, media production, or related field or equivalent experience.
**Additional Requirements**
+ Please submit a demo reel and portfolio that clearly demonstrates your video directing skills.
**Apple Footer**
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (Opens in a new window) .
Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. United States Department of Labor. Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple is required to comply with a COVID-19 vaccination mandate issued by the New York City Department of Health. We will verify the vaccination status of all New York City team members who are working at an Apple Store, office, or partner store in New York City. New York City Department of Health Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you're applying for a position in San Francisco, review the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance guidelines (opens in a new window) applicable in your area.
Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program (Opens in a new window) .
Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Apple is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024