Video & Visual Content Designer
Crowd Surf is a digital marketing agency founded in 2007, helping artists at all career stages reach new heights through social media innovation. We are a team of music lovers and creative professionals dedicated to sharing artists' gifts with the world.
About the Role
As a Video & Visual Content Designer at Crowd Surf, you’ll capture and craft compelling visual content that brings our artists’ stories to life. This role blends creative design, on-site production, and artist collaboration, leading and executing shoots to create impactful visuals that drive fan engagement across digital platforms.
You’ll work closely with our Owners, Creative Services, and Marketing teams to ensure all content—from short-form videos to graphics—reflects each artist’s unique brand and campaign goals. The role requires strong creative instincts, adaptability, and a deep understanding of the intersection between music, visuals, and fan connection.
This position involves frequent on-site client shoots and regular travel within the Los Angeles area, which may include time outside of regular working hours.
Responsibilities
- Capture, edit, and deliver short-form video, photography, and other visual content on-site with artists and clients.
- Collaborate with artists, management, and internal teams to conceptualize and produce high-quality, on-brand visual assets.
- Create digital content including animated artwork, visualizers, tour materials, and more.
- Design graphics and create simple motion graphics or animations to support artist campaigns, social content, and marketing initiatives.
- Maintain organized asset folders, naming conventions, and delivery protocols.
- Ensure all visuals are optimized for digital and social platforms.
- Stay up to date with current visual trends, camera technology, and design tools.
- Communicate with the team regarding travel schedules, shoot logistics, and deadlines.
- Represent professionally on site, ensuring a smooth experience for clients and artists.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements
- Hybrid Los Angeles-based role with regular travel and on-site client shoots (occasional travel outside of LA).
- Must be flexible and available to travel frequently for shoots and events.
- Days off must be requested in accordance with current time-off policies, and any unavailability for on-site work must be communicated 30 days in advance.
- Proven experience in content creation, photography, and videography, preferably within the music or entertainment industry.
- Expert-level knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator) and other editing software.
- Strong creative portfolio showcasing both static and motion work.
- Passion for music, entertainment, and creative storytelling.
- Ability to work effectively in both remote and office settings, with reliable high-speed internet and personal computer/phone.
- Availability for occasional weekend and evening work (events and activations don’t always occur during 9-to-5 business hours).
Skills
- Creative instincts and adaptability in fast-changing environments.
- Strong communication, time management, and attention to detail.
- Ability to balance creative freedom with meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality work.
- Resourcefulness, innovation, and a proactive approach with a strong sense of ownership.
- Collaborative mindset with a positive attitude and ability to work across teams.
- Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
- Understanding of the music and entertainment industry’s non-traditional schedules.
Benefits
- Full-time role based on 40 hours per week (with potential for extended hours during events).
- Paid holidays, sick days, and vacation days.
- Electronic stipend, health, dental, vision, and life insurance after 60 days of employment.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Pay
Compensation for this role starts at $25–$35 hourly, depending on qualifications, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.