Director of Video Content

Condé Nast • New York, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Vanity Fair is seeking a Director of Video Content to join our dynamic, fast-paced team to lead strategic growth and operational support across video production. Reporting to Vanity Fair’s Executive Director of Global Video, the Director of Video Content will play a critical role in shaping how Vanity Fair’s physical production will operate efficiently, maximizing all opportunities and creating a new bar for excellence. The Director of Content will oversee a team of senior, creative, and coordinating producers in New York and Los Angeles who create video content for Vanity Fair’s social and YouTube channels and on emerging platforms.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 7+ years of experience in a fast-paced production environment
• Minimum 3 years of directing and/or content leadership experience
• Proven experience managing and developing staff and freelance teams
• Track record of leading cross-functional teams and external partners
• Strong understanding of production and post-production workflows
• Experience managing high-volume content pipelines

Nice To Haves

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Deep knowledge of digital media and the evolving video landscape
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Highly solution-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
• Strong interest in popular culture, including film, television, music, and current events
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners
• Ability to develop content that drives audience growth and brand visibility
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality control

Responsibilities

• Lead video production for Vanity Fair, ensuring all content meets brand standards, creative expectations, and performance goals
• Manage and mentor a team of approximately 5 producers and partner closely with VF’s Senior Producer in LA to guide day-to-day production and execution
• Collaborate with Programming and Development teams to shape video strategy, launch new series, and evolve existing formats
• Oversee production logistics, including team assignments, shoot planning, and resource allocation
• Generate new content ideas and formats optimized across social and YouTube
• Lead hiring, resourcing, and talent development across staff and freelance teams, building a strong network of top-tier below-the-line crew and directors
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide actionable, constructive feedback
• Act as a key cross-functional partner to editorial, marketing, and audience development teams

Benefits

• generous employee benefits package
• discretionary bonus compensation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director