Vandelay Hospitality Group · 8 hours ago
Creative Director, Video & Photography
DFW Metroplex
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expVandelay Hospitality Group is a company that has been delivering iconic hospitality experiences for over a decade. They are seeking a Creative Director of Photography & Video to lead visual storytelling across their portfolio, focusing on producing high-quality content and ensuring it aligns with brand ethos and marketing strategies.
Food and BeverageHospitalityRestaurants
Hiring Manager
Jaclyn Vallejo
Responsibilities
Personally produce a high volume of original photo and video content (short-form video, still photography, social assets) for use across Instagram, TikTok, and emerging platforms
Capture food, beverage, interiors, guest experience, lifestyle moments, and behind-the-scenes storytelling with a refined, brand-appropriate aesthetic
Edit and deliver platform-optimized content with speed, consistency, and attention to detail
Translate brand positioning and ethos into compelling visual narratives that resonate emotionally and culturally
Partner with marketing, operations, culinary, and design teams to ensure visuals align with broader brand initiatives
Take an active role in the development of the social editorial calendar, balancing brand consistency with trend responsiveness
Maintain a strong working knowledge of social media platforms, formats, and trends, with a particular focus on short-form video
Create content that feels native to each platform while maintaining brand integrity
Anticipate shifts in visual trends, storytelling styles, and audience behavior to keep Vandelay culturally relevant
Identify when projects require expanded production and source, brief, and manage external photographers, videographers, talent, and crews
Ensure any externally produced work meets Vandelay’s creative standards and brand expectations
Support new restaurant openings, seasonal launches, and brand campaigns with visually compelling content
Balance fast-turn, day-to-day social content with higher-concept creative moments
Set KPIs, track performance, and leverage analytics to optimize content, inform strategy, and grow platform impact
Qualification
Required
5–8+ years of experience in photography, video production, or creative direction, ideally within high-end hospitality, lifestyle, fashion, or consumer brands
A strong portfolio demonstrating hands-on photography and video creation, especially social-first and short-form content
Proven ability to both execute independently and direct others
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills across creative and operational teams
Understanding of content creation, paid/organic strategy, community management, and platform nuances
Ability to thrive in a high energy, in person work environment (Monday through Friday with flexibility for evenings/weekends)
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision benefits available
Paid Time Off
Dining discounts at all Vandelay Hospitality Group concepts
Professional development and career growth
Robust Training program
All Vandelay Hospitality Group restaurants are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and the 4th of July so our team can celebrate with their friends and family
A collaborative, uplifting culture where we take care of our guests by taking care of our people first
Company
Vandelay Hospitality Group
Vandelay Hospitality develops restaurant brands and services that evoke a combination of rich American heritage and exquisite craftsmanship.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Hunter Pond
CEO and Founder
Kendall Helfenbein, MBA, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
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