Directing for Web Series

BlockReel; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Revenue sharing

Production equipment provided

Dedicated production team

Job summary

BlockReel seeks an experienced Director for an independent web series filming in Austin, TX. The project comprises 6 episodes, each 10–15 minutes, with a shoot window of 12–15 days over 3–4 weeks. You will guide performances, shape tone, and maintain the artistic vision from pre-production through principal photography.

This passion project offers a revenue-share partnership and full production support, including gear and crew, aimed at festival submissions and platform distribution.

Qualifications

• Senior-level filmmaker with a proven track record of directing narrative content.
• Experience directing web series or short-form content is preferred.
• Strong reel showcasing ability to evoke tone, direct performances, and tell a visual story.

Responsibilities

• Direct the script to life and guide actors from pre-production through principal photography.
• Collaborate with the director of photography and department heads to maintain artistic vision.

Skills

Narrative directing

Web series directing

Collaborative leadership

Education

Film/Video degree

Tools

Digital cinema workflows

Job description

Seeking an experienced Director for a dynamic web series filming in Austin, TX, with principal photography planned for around November 4, 2026. This independent production is a character-driven, dark comedy with surreal elements, exploring modern anxieties through a unique lens. We're looking for someone who can bring a strong visual style and compelling performances to our 6-episode arc, with each episode running 10-15 minutes. This is a passion project with significant potential for film festival submission and platform distribution. The estimated shoot schedule is 12-15 days, spread over approximately 3-4 weeks. As Director, you will be responsible for bringing the script to life, guiding actors, collaborating with the DP and department heads, and maintaining the artistic vision from pre-production through principal photography. We are seeking a senior-level filmmaker with a proven track record of directing narrative content, preferably with experience in web series or short-form. A strong reel showcasing your ability to evoke tone, direct performances, and tell a visual story is essential. Personal gear is not required, but a familiarity with digital cinema workflows is a must. Compensation for this role is a partnership stake, offering a percentage of revenue share upon distribution. We will provide all necessary production equipment, crew, and a dedicated production team to support your vision.