We dare you to display what you can truly do. Good enough is not acceptable and non-negotiable. We don’t believe in mediocrity, at Ajax creativity reigns supreme. We are judged by the quality of our work.

As a Video Director, you will control the video’s artistic and dramatic aspects, and visualize the script while guiding the technical crew and actors in the fulfillment of that vision.

• Assist our Creative Director with coming up with creative approaches for commercial concepts.
• Read scripts.
• Edit scripts if need be.
• Transform scripts into fully-fledged commercial or film productions.
• Motivate and direct actors.
• Work on the continuous development of the video.
• Set the tone of the video.
• Work with casting directors to find talent.
• Ensure Adherence to a production schedule.
• Exercise conflict management on set.
• Assist in the marketing and promotion of the commercial or film.
• Select locations for filming the video.
• Select music for the final video and/or work with a composer to decide on the musical score.
• Hold meetings with key departments such as the camera, art and costume departments during the planning stages and throughout the filming.
• Work with sound and music departments.
• Assist in pre-production, production and post-production phases of video, commercial or film making.
• Work with the editor to create the video in its final form.

• Highly creative.
• A visual storyteller.
• A great problem solver.
• Ability to give directions.
• Cast iron work ethic.
• Good Time-management skills.
• Strong communication skills.

• Experience directing commercials, industry knowledge and technical expertise.
• 5 years of work experience in an occupation related to commercial production or such as experience as a film and video editor, or a cinematographer.

Passion

• You have a deep passion for what you do, and take pride in all that you create.

Empower Others

• Have the ability to let others make decisions and take charge.
• Encourage groups to resolve problems on their own.
  
  

Develop Others

• Provides effective coaching.
• Recognize and reinforce people’s developmental efforts and improvements.

• Health & Dental Plans
• Phone Plans Included
• Happy Hours
• $ for Remote Office
• Paid Holidays
• 4 Weeks’ Vacation
• Flexible Working Schedule

• The working language is English.
• This position involves some travelling.
• We are an equal opportunity employer.
• The team is gender-balanced and we work hard for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).

All applications should be submitted below via our website.

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