Director

BYD EUROPE; Courbevoie; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

BYD France is seeking an experienced director to lead automotive commercials, from concept through post-production. The role involves shaping visual language, directing on-set performance, and ensuring the final cut aligns with the brand’s zero-emission mission.

The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio in car advertising, excellent storytelling and leadership abilities, and a clear understanding of European advertising standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of director experience with a portfolio of automotive commercials.
• Background in Film, CG Animation, Advertising, or a related field.
• Excellent copywriting and execution skills; strong framing, cinematography, and aesthetic refinement.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed storyboards and scripts based on approved concepts.
• On set, guide creative vision and supervise shot requirements.
• Oversee post-production: editing, VFX, sound, and finishing.

Skills

Director experience

Automotive ads

Cinematography knowledge

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Film/CG/Advertising background

Tools

Final Cut Pro

Adobe Premiere

After Effects

Job description

About BYD

Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and want to create positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team.

BYD is a leading, high-tech multinational, based in Shenzhen, China. Operates in four core fields of IT, automotive, new energy, and rail transit and employs over 300,000 people worldwide. As a global pioneer in New Energy Solutions BYD is dedicated to building a zero-emission ecosystem.

BYD Europe BV located in Hoofddorp, Netherlands. BYD Europe BV offers a full line of BYD electric vehicles, including all-electric cars, all-electric buses, and all-electric forklift trucks.

About BYD France

BYD France is the French National Sales Company of BYD BV Europe and BYD Company Ltd, a China-based company and a leading global supplier of green energy technologies. BYD France offers a range of electric vehicles, including all-electric cars, buses & forklifts. BYD is expanding its operations in France to support a growing portfolio of New Electric Vehicle Passenger car and LCVs projects

Key Responsibilities

• In early project stages, collaborate with the creative team to refine concepts, provide feasible recommendations, and support client presentations. Offer expert advice on film style, visual language, framing, and rhythm – supplying references as needed.
• Develop detailed storyboards and scripts based on approved creative concepts.
• Maintain budget awareness – flexibly achieve desired visual effects within target budgets.
• On set, ensure creative vision is realised, give clear direction on each shot’s requirements, and oversee overall quality.
• Guide post-production: editing, VFX, sound design, music, subtitles, and finishing.

Skills, Qualifications, and Experience Required

• Minimum 5 years of director experience, with a recognised portfolio of automotive commercials preferred. Background in Film, CG Animation, Advertising, or a related field.
• Excellent copywriting and execution skills; strong sense of framing, cinematography, and aesthetic refinement. Proven ability to manage every stage of commercial production – from pre-production to final delivery – and control shooting schedules as well as post workflows.
• Familiar with professional cinematography, art direction, and lighting techniques, as well as current trending formats and creative approaches. Sound knowledge of advertising laws and regulations applicable in European countries, and full understanding of TVC, product video, and corporate image film production processes.
• Strong communication and presentation skills – ability to accurately receive briefs and assign tasks. Excellent pitching ability.
• Right to work: Must have the legal right to work in the EU.