Directing for Documentary

BlockReel; New Orleans (LA); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Craft services

Transportation provided

Résumé du poste

BlockReel in New Orleans seeks an enthusiastic Director to lead an independent documentary feature about community efforts around cultural preservation amid climate change in Louisiana’s coast.

You'll shape the creative vision with the Cinematographer, conduct interviews, direct verité scenes, and maintain a respectful, hopeful tone. The role is entry-level with reel submission; gear provided; shoot early December 2026 for 8–10 hour days, with prep in November; compensation $150–$300 per day.

Qualifications

• Entry-level directing role for a documentary project.
• Experience directing short-form documentary or narrative content is preferred.
• Strong understanding of documentary ethics and responsible storytelling.

Responsabilités

• Lead the creative vision for the feature with the Cinematographer.
• Direct interview and verité scenes to capture authentic moments.
• Collaborate with crew to shape visual storytelling and tone.
• Maintain a respectful, hopeful, and impactful narrative throughout.

Connaissances

Directing

Interviewing

Storytelling

Documentary ethics

Description du poste

We need an enthusiastic Director to lead an independent documentary feature in New Orleans. This project explores the vibrant, often unseen, community efforts around cultural preservation and adaptation in the face of climate change in Louisiana's coastal areas. We're looking for someone with a fresh perspective, a keen eye for compelling human stories, and the ability to draw out authentic moments from our subjects. This isn't just about recording events; it's about crafting a narrative that resonates deeply. Your primary responsibility will be to guide the creative vision, working closely with the Cinematographer to shape the visual storytelling. You'll conduct interviews, direct verité scenes, and ensure the tone remains respectful, hopeful, and impactful. While this is an entry-level position, you should have experience directing short-form documentary or narrative content, and a strong understanding of documentary ethics. Please submit a reel demonstrating your directing style. Personal gear isn't required; we will provide necessary camera and sound packages. Shoot dates are anticipated to be 10-15 days spread across early December 2026, with some additional pre-production prep work in November. We expect 8-10 hour days on set. We'll provide craft services and transportation during shoot days. Compensation is $150-300 per day, dependent on experience.

Budget Range

$150-300/day