Job Description

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Creative Director / Lead Video Editor Location: Houston, Texas Employment Type: Full-Time Salary: Based on Experience Additional Benefits: • Performance-Based Bonus Structure • Health Insurance & Dental Insurance • Paid Time Off • Flexible Work Hours • Professional Development Budgets • Relocation Assistance (if applicable) Portfolio/Demo Reel Required: Please include links to your work with your application. About the Role South Coast Media Services is growing and seeking a talented Creative Director and Lead Video Editor to join our award-winning team in Houston. We’re looking for someone who is a passionate visual storyteller, a trend-savvy media expert, and a collaborative leader eager to work with a team of industry veterans. In this role, you’ll oversee creative projects from concept to completion, manage a team of skilled professionals, and deliver exceptional video content for top-tier brands and organizations. Whether it’s a corporate video, branded content, or cutting-edge motion design, your vision will shape the narrative. If you love quoting movies, debating the latest design trends, and thrive in a community-focused, artistically driven environment, you’ll fit right in with our team. What You’ll Do • Creative Leadership: Define and oversee creative vision, ensuring projects align with our brand and client goals. • Video Production: Lead editing and design projects with a sharp eye for detail, particularly in advertising, marketing, and corporate communication. • Team Management: Inspire and manage a talented team of creatives to deliver outstanding work on time and within budget. • Campaign Strategy: Brainstorm and execute innovative ideas for multi-platform campaigns, blending traditional and new media techniques. • Brand Consistency: Maintain and elevate our brand identity across all client projects. • Occasional Travel: Rarely required (less than 10%). What You Bring • Experience: 5+ years in broadcast TV, corporate marketing, or a creative agency environment. • Portfolio: A diverse body of work showcasing your design and video editing expertise. • Technical Skills: Proficiency in: • Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects, Audition) • DaVinci Resolve • Bonus: Experience with 3D modeling/animation tools like Cinema 4D or Blender. • Education: A degree in art, design, or a related field is preferred but not required. • Language: Being fluent in Spanish is a plus. • Flexibility: Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays if project demands arise (rare but possible). • Location: Must be based in Houston, Texas, or willing to relocate. About South Coast Media Services At South Coast Media Services, we bring over 40 years of expertise to the video production industry. Based in Houston, we are a one-stop solution for creative development, production services, and advanced post-production workflows. Our clients include globally recognized names such as United Airlines, Intel, HP, and Bechtel. We produce everything from B2B videos and commercials to documentaries and feature films. Our team’s combined 150+ years of experience enables us to deliver excellence on projects ranging from single productions to multi-part series. We pride ourselves on creativity, innovation, and strategic thinking. With work spanning over 40 countries across six continents, our impact goes far beyond the south coast. Why Join Us? • Be part of a collaborative, artistic, community-focused team. • Work on high-impact projects for global brands. • Access professional growth opportunities through development budgets. • Enjoy flexible hours in a supportive and dynamic work environment. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement South Coast Media Services is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are a drug-free, equal-opportunity employer and welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Ready to shape the future of video storytelling with us? Apply today and show us what you can create. To Apply: Submit your resume, a cover letter, and a link to your portfolio/demo reel to jobs@scfilmvideo.com.