Manager, Social Video Production

About the role

Airtraffic is a video production company specializing in content for the video game industry. We're looking for a Manager, Social Video Production to lead a team creating short-form, UGC-style video content for platforms like TikTok, Reels, and Shorts. This is a player-coach role where you'll manage a small team of producers while actively participating in productions yourself.

View examples of our work at www.airtraffic.co.

Responsibilities

• Manage, coach, and develop a team of Social Media Producers through regular 1:1s, feedback, and performance reviews
• Own the creative standard across all short-form output, from concept to final delivery
• Manage capacity across a high volume of concurrent projects and competing deadlines
• Serve as the day-to-day creative point of contact for internal teams
• Direct and shoot content yourself, particularly on higher-stakes or more complex projects
• Own the gear inventory, studio and set spaces, and related budgets
• Build and improve team systems including brief templates, pre-production workflows, and file management

Requirements

• Expert-level knowledge of producing UGC-style social video for TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube
• Deep understanding of what stops a scroll, converts viewers, and reads as authentic versus an ad—with the ability to teach these concepts effectively
• Experience managing creative people directly or leading shoots with junior crew
• Ability to give sharp creative feedback that improves work without stifling individual voice
• Proficiency with camera, lighting, and audio gear, including troubleshooting on the fly
• Understanding of timing, crew, and gear requirements for small-scale shoots
• Comfort owning a shoot from setup to wrap with or without additional crew
• Experience shooting on devices ranging from iPhones to professional cameras like the FX9
• Ability to direct talent to achieve natural, unpolished performances
• Professional communication skills with contractors, clients, and talent
• Passion for video games, including mobile games
• Experience with tools like Notion, Slack, and Google Workspace

Nice to have

• Experience working with paid media or performance marketing teams
• Editing experience in Premiere or After Effects
• Comfort appearing on camera
• Sketching or storyboarding skills
• Photography experience

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits
• Matching 401k plan
• Generous PTO, sick days, and holiday policies