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SPY NINJAS · 5 months ago

Creative Director, Digital Media

Las Vegas,NV,US

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Qlay is the video production company behind the Spy Ninjas, a popular YouTube series. They are seeking a dynamic and visionary Creative Director to elevate their creative strategy on YouTube and other social platforms, overseeing content development and leading a team of creatives.

Film ProductionMedia and EntertainmentSocial Media

Responsibilities

Own day-to-day YouTube creative strategy and oversight of all content across the Qlay network of channels

Develop data-informed video concepts and series that grow views, subscribers, and revenue

Report directly to Qlay’s President, and work closely with the Creators to evolve storytelling and video formats

Manage a team of creatives who write, direct, film and edit all Qlay content

Guide visual storytelling with obsessive attention to detail and story lore

Analyze performance across CTR, retention, thumbnails, and titles and adjust creative accordingly

Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure content supports broader business and product goals

Understand trends, competitive landscape, best practices, platform dynamics, audience feedback and analytics to continuously refine and improve success

Partner with production manager to lead successful film days and deliver on post-production timelines while protecting creative integrity at every stage

Serve as the creative lead in post: shaping narrative, pacing, and visual identity

Qualification

YouTube strategyCreative directionDigital media experienceVideo productionTeam managementStorytellingData analysisOn-set leadershipPost-production managementWriting skills

Required

10+ years of experience in Digital Media, including

5+ years as a YouTube-focused Creative Director / Creative Producer /or Creative Lead (end-to-end ownership: concept ? post)

Experience growing large YouTube channels

Experience managing a team of creatives; conducting performance reviews, delivering constructive feedback, and helping creatives grow in their careers

On-set leadership and post-production management experience in a fast-paced environment

A passion for storytelling, experimentation, and solving creative challenges under pressure

Comfortable directing shoots and managing creators with clarity and confidence

Strong writing abilities, editorial instincts and proven ability to turn data into creative decisions

Hands-on experience with YouTube analytics and social platform algorithms