American Eagle Outfitters - Pittsburgh, PA
posted 4 months ago
The Associate Creative Director - Video Production & Photography at American Eagle Outfitters is a pivotal role responsible for producing high-quality multimedia marketing content for the Aerie/OFFLINE brands. This position requires a creative leader who can elevate and drive the creative vision, conceptual direction, and development of video content that engages, informs, and inspires audiences. The role encompasses overseeing all aspects of video production, including creative management, production planning, and implementation. The ideal candidate will possess excellent storytelling abilities and a strong vision, along with the capability to manage and inspire a team of video producers, directors, editors, and designers. In this role, the Associate Creative Director will be tasked with translating business goals into compelling visual narratives while maintaining a deep understanding of current video trends, technologies, and best practices. The position involves collaboration with leadership on creative strategy for video and photo planning for seasonal campaigns, including storyboarding, pre-production planning, and on-set direction. The Associate Creative Director will also oversee cinematography aspects such as lighting, camera work, shot composition, and visual effects, ensuring that the final product aligns with the creative direction set forth by the Creative Director. Additionally, the role requires managing budgets, leading post-production efforts, and developing creative strategies for audio production and music selection. The Associate Creative Director must remain aware of industry trends and recommend changes to keep the Aerie/OFFLINE brands competitive. This position demands the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining professionalism and meeting deadlines, reporting directly to the VP Creative of Aerie/OFFLINE brands.