Junior Video Director

About the role

The Junior Video Director is a full‑time, on‑site position based in Colombo, supporting the end‑to‑end creation of video content for digital marketing campaigns. The role assists with concept development, script breakdowns, shot planning and coordination with production teams during studio and on‑location shoots.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in concept development, script breakdowns and shot planning.
• Supervise basic camera setups and coordinate lighting on set.
• Collaborate with videographers and editors to review footage and provide creative input.
• Manage project timelines and maintain organized asset libraries.
• Support post‑production workflows, including edits, revisions and quality checks.

Required profile

• Core direction skills such as Video Direction and Film Production with a strong sense of visual storytelling.
• Production knowledge including Video Production, Digital Video, camera setups and on‑set coordination.
• Post‑production experience in Video Editing using tools like Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro.
• Strong organizational and communication abilities to collaborate with cross‑functional creative teams.
• Relevant academic background or training in film, media or communications and a portfolio/showreel demonstrating digital‑marketing video work.

Required skills

• Video Direction
• Film Production
• Video Production
• Digital Video
• Camera setups
• Lighting
• Video Editing
• Adobe Premiere Pro
• Final Cut Pro