Pearl Talent - Creative Lead - I049

About the role

We are hiring a Creative Lead to serve as the primary video creator and on-site creative force behind the founders' personal brand and content strategy. This role exists to elevate the company's visual identity through cinematic, high-production video content that captures authentic founder storytelling.

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

Requirements

• Must-Haves (Required):
  • 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
  • Able 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
  • Own professional-grade camera and audio equipment
  • Willingness and ability to work on-site and travel as needed
  • Must have Adobe Premiere Pro, Google Workspace, Slack, and Notion or similar project management tools
• Nice-to-Haves (Preferred):
  • 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
  • Adobe Lightroom, Canva, and Figma

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