Video Production Director (Hybrid, MN)

About Sezzle :

Sezzle is a cutting-edge fintech company dedicated to financially empowering the next generation. With only one in three millennials owning a credit card and the majority lacking their desired credit scores, Sezzle addresses these challenges through a payment platform that offers interest-free installment plans at online stores.

By increasing consumers' purchasing power, Sezzle drives sales and basket sizes for thousands of eCommerce merchants that it partners with.

About the Role :

We are seeking a talented and motivated Video Production Director who is best in class with a high IQ plus a high EQ. This role presents an exciting opportunity to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment within a rapidly growing team, with abundant prospects for career advancement.

What You'll Do :

• Leadership & Strategy :
• Develop and execute a comprehensive video content strategy that supports Sezzle's marketing and brand initiatives.
• Lead and manage the video production team, providing creative direction, mentoring, and ensuring high standards of production quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify video content opportunities that drive engagement, customer acquisition, and brand awareness.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to continually enhance the video production process.
• Production Management :
• Oversee the entire video production process, including pre-production (concept development, scripting, storyboarding), production (shooting, directing), and post-production (editing, color grading, sound design).
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively to ensure timely delivery of high-quality video content.
• Coordinate with external vendors, freelancers, and contractors as needed for specialized production requirements.
• Creative Development :
• Develop original video concepts that align with Sezzle's brand voice and messaging, ensuring consistency across all platforms.
• Experiment with different video formats, including promotional videos, product demos, customer testimonials, social media content, and live-streaming events.
• Incorporate feedback from stakeholders while maintaining the creative integrity of the projects.
• Technical Expertise :
• Operate and maintain video production equipment, including cameras, lighting, and audio gear, ensuring all equipment is up-to-date and in good working order.
• Utilize video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro) and motion graphics tools (e.g., After Effects) to create polished final products.
• Ensure all video content is optimized for various platforms (e.g., website, social media, YouTube) and adheres to best practices for video SEO.
• Performance Analysis :
• Monitor and analyze the performance of video content, using data-driven insights to refine strategies and improve engagement metrics.
• Report on video performance to senior leadership, providing recommendations for future projects and initiatives.

What We Look For :

• Bachelor's degree in Film, Media Production, Communications, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in video production, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of video content, including promotional videos, branded content, and social media campaigns.
• Proficient in video production software and equipment, including Adobe Creative Suite (Premier, After Effects), cameras, lighting, and audio equipment.
• Excellent storytelling skills with a keen eye for visual aesthetics and detail.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience in the fintech or e-commerce industry is a plus.

About You :

You have relentlessly high standards - many people may think your standards are unreasonably high. You are continually raising the bar and driving those around you to deliver great results.

You make sure that defects do not get sent down the line and that problems are fixed so they stay fixed.

• You're not bound by convention - your success-and much of the fun-lies in developing new ways to do things
• You need action - speed matters in business. Many decisions and actions are reversible and do not need extensive study.

We value calculated risk-taking.

• You earn trust - you listen attentively, speak candidly, and treat others respectfully.
• You have backbone; disagree, then commit - you can respectfully challenge decisions when you disagree, even when doing so is uncomfortable or exhausting.

You have conviction and are tenacious. You do not compromise for the sake of social cohesion. Once a decision is determined, you commit wholly.

You deliver results - you focus on the key inputs and deliver them with the right quality and in a timely fashion. Despite setbacks, you rise to the occasion and never settle.

What Makes Working at Sezzle Awesome :

At Sezzle, we are more than just brilliant engineers, passionate data enthusiasts, out-of-the-box thinkers, and determined innovators.

We believe in surrounding ourselves with only the best and the brightest individuals. Our culture is not defined by a certain set of perks designed to give the illusion of the traditional startup culture, but rather, it is the visible example living in every employee that we hire.

Perks & Benefits :

• Competitive salary
• Unlimited PTO, volunteer hours and sabbatical
• Life, STD / LTD, medical, dental and vision insurance
• Highly discounted LifeTime gym membership
• 401k with match
• Collaborative fun co-workers
• The opportunity to join the fastest growing FinTech alongside a team of motivated and driven individuals

Compensation : The compensation range for the role is $90k-$110k OTE including base and variable. Our ranges are very broad to accommodate all types of candidates and encourage growth.

Specific compensation offered to a candidate may be dependent on factors such as education, experience, qualifications, and alignment with market data.

Exceptional candidates may receive salaries outside of the posted ranges.

CCPA Disclosure : Sezzle Inc. is committed to protecting the privacy of our job applicants. In compliance with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), we inform California residents about the personal information we may collect, the purposes for its collection, and your rights under the CCPA.

For details about the categories of personal information we collect and your rights under the CCPA, please visit the California Office of the Attorney General's CCPA page.

By submitting your application, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this CCPA disclosure.

Equal Employment Opportunity : Sezzle Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status.

Sezzle recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting our mission.

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