Director for Sci-Fi Web Series (Chicago)

BlockReel; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 91,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals on set

Local transportation

Job summary

BlockReel in Chicago seeks a Director for a sci-fi web series to shape a distinctive visual style and strong performances across multiple short episodes. You will translate scripts into cinematic storytelling while collaborating with a tight-knit team on set.

We value a solid directing background in narrative shorts or web series and a compelling reel. Compensation ranges, meals, and local transport are provided during a 2–3 week shoot in October 2026.

Qualifications

• Mid-level directing experience is required.
• A strong portfolio or reel demonstrating ability to direct actors and tell a visual story is essential.
• Experience with narrative shorts, web series, or independent features is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the showrunner to shape the creative vision.
• Lead the crew on set and guide actors to realize performances.
• Oversee artistic and technical aspects to translate script to screen.

Skills

Directing

Actor direction

Storytelling

Tools

Camera packages

Lighting packages

Job description

Director for Sci-Fi Web Series (Chicago)

Our upcoming sci-fi web series, exploring themes of memory and virtual reality in a near-future Chicago, is seeking an experienced Director. This independent production offers a unique opportunity to shape a compelling narrative across several short episodes. We're looking for a creative visionary to bring our scripts to life with a distinctive visual style and strong character performances. Key responsibilities include collaborating with the showrunner, leading the crew on set, guiding actors, and overseeing the artistic and technical aspects of production to achieve our creative vision. You'll be instrumental in translating our story from script to screen. We need someone with mid-level directing experience, preferably on narrative shorts, web series, or independent features. A strong portfolio or reel demonstrating your ability to direct actors and tell a visual story is essential. While we have basic camera and lighting packages, if you have access to additional preferred gear, please mention it. Shoot dates are tentatively scheduled for the first half of October 2026, requiring approximately 2-3 weeks of full-time commitment. Compensation is $2000-3000 per week, depending on experience. Meals and local transportation during shoot days will be provided. Join our passionate team and help us build something truly memorable.

Budget Range

$2000-3000/week