Pearl Talent - Creative Lead - I049
About The Position
Pearl Talent is seeking a Creative Lead to be the primary video creator and on-site creative force for a founder's personal brand and content strategy. The goal is to enhance the company's visual identity through cinematic, high-production video content that authentically captures founder stories. This role involves managing the entire video production process, from concept to delivery, and providing creative direction for broader brand aesthetics. It's an autonomous, execution-focused position requiring strategic thinking and hands-on production skills. The Creative Lead will collaborate with marketing and leadership, and guide designers and interns. The ideal candidate is proactive, thrives in dynamic environments, and drives content ideas independently. The role is instrumental in shaping and scaling the founders' digital presence, contributing to audience growth, engagement, and brand positioning as a premium, high-authority voice. The Creative Lead will build a proactive content engine, transition from reactive production to consistent video series and campaigns, ensure brand consistency across channels, and elevate overall production quality to drive visibility, virality, and stronger audience connection.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in video production, content creation, or creative direction
- Proven experience producing cinematic, high-quality video content (preferably for founders, startups, or personal brands)
- Strong portfolio demonstrating storytelling, production quality, and brand elevation
- Advanced proficiency in video editing, particularly Adobe Premiere Pro
- Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, high-ownership environment
- Strong creative vision with the ability to translate ideas into compelling visual content
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Must own professional-grade camera and audio equipment
- Willingness and ability to work on-site and travel as needed
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro
- Proficiency in Google Workspace
- Proficiency in Slack
- Proficiency in Notion or similar project management tools
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with startup founders or building personal brands
- Background as a freelancer, content creator, or influencer
- Familiarity with photography and photo editing tools
- Experience managing or mentoring junior creatives or interns
- Understanding of viral content strategies and social media trends
- Proficiency in Adobe Lightroom
- Proficiency in Canva
- Proficiency in Figma
Responsibilities
- Direct and shoot high-quality, cinematic video content featuring founders in various settings (events, travel, daily operations)
- Develop video concepts, series, and campaigns aligned with founder narratives and audience engagement goals
- Execute advanced video editing from raw footage to polished, high-production deliverables
- Manage the full video production lifecycle, including planning, scripting, shooting, editing, and delivery
- Establish video workflows, best practices, and quality standards
- Define and maintain the overall creative vision and brand aesthetic across all content
- Provide direction to Multimedia Artists for design and static content execution
- Review and QA all creative outputs to ensure alignment with premium brand standards
- Proactively pitch new creative concepts and opportunities
- Partner with marketing to align video content with content calendars and campaigns
- Collaborate with leadership to ensure creative output supports business objectives
- Oversee and guide interns to ensure consistent and high-quality execution
Benefits
- Performance bonus
- Annual team retreat
- Real-world experience in recruitment marketing and sourcing
- A behind-the-scenes look at how we connect people with opportunities
- A supportive team that values your growth and ideas
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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