Video Content Director

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placemaker. is hiring on behalf of a leading digital agency in the region. We are partnering with a well-established digital agency that delivers platform-first, culturally relevant content for major brands and government sector entities. This is a senior leadership role overseeing large-scale video production with a strong focus on short-form, social-first storytelling.

The Video Content Director will lead the creative and operational direction of a large in-house video team, setting standards, driving quality, and ensuring consistent delivery across all video output. The role requires a balance of creative leadership and operational excellence within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a large in-house video team across videography, editing, photography, and production
• Define and maintain creative standards, workflows, and production processes
• Oversee end-to-end video production from ideation through to final delivery
• Drive short-form, social-first video concepts tailored to digital platforms
• Ensure content is culturally relevant, on-brand, and platform-optimised
• Maintain high standards across storytelling, pacing, editing, and visual quality
• Manage high-volume content delivery with fast turnaround times
• Collaborate closely with internal teams and senior client stakeholders
• Guide teams through feedback, revisions, and approvals
• Continuously evolve video capabilities, formats, and production efficiencies

Requirements

• 10+ years' experience in video production, content creation, or digital media
• Proven experience leading large creative or production teams
• Strong creative vision with hands on short form video expertise
• Deep understanding of social media platforms, formats, and trends
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast paced environment
• Experience working with government or public sector clients is a strong advantage

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full time

Job function: Art/Creative, Production, and Project Management

Industries: Staffing and Recruiting

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