Director of Photography & Motion Design

Walden Media Group; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Walden Media Group seeks a hands-on Director of Photography & Motion Design to lead photo, video, and motion graphics from concept to delivery. You will create visual content for client campaigns and Walden Media Group’s brand across digital ads and socials.

Responsibilities include managing end-to-end shoots, directing camera and lighting, and delivering polished videos with motion graphics optimized for multiple platforms. Strong client communication and a robust portfolio are essential.

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe CC including Premiere Pro, After Effects and Photoshop.
• Strong motion graphics skills: animated typography, compositing, tracking, and integration.
• Proven expertise in camera operation, lighting, composition, and post-production.
• Experience producing polished ads and fast-paced short-form digital work.
• Strong photography skills and editing of professional stills.
• Independently manage production from planning to final delivery.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with clients.
• Excellent organization with ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end photo and video production for campaigns and internal marketing.
• Plan and execute productions from concept to final delivery.
• Direct camera, lighting, composition, audio and cinematography.
• Collaborate on creative concepts, shot lists, storyboards and plans.
• Capture high-quality content at client locations and events.
• Edit and deliver polished video content for digital platforms.
• Create motion graphics and integrate with live-action footage.
• Adapt assets for multiple formats and platforms (Meta, Google, YouTube, TikTok).
• Perform post-production color correction and audio editing.
• Maintain brand quality and present ideas to clients.

Skills

Adobe Creative Cloud

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Photoshop

Motion graphics

Cinematography

Lighting

Video editing

Portfolio / Demo reel

Tools

Camera equipment

Color grading workflows

Job description

Walden Media Group is seeking a hands‑on Director of Photography & Motion Design to lead photo, video, and motion graphics production from early concepting through final delivery. This role is responsible for creating visual content that supports client campaigns and reinforces Walden Media Group’s own brand across digital advertising and social platforms.

Responsibilities

• Own end‑to‑end photo and video production for client campaigns, digital advertising, social media, and Walden Media Group’s internal marketing.
• Plan and execute productions across a range of scales, from high‑budget commercial shoots to fast‑turn, short‑form content.
• Direct technical production elements, including camera operation, lighting, composition, audio capture, and cinematography.
• Collaborate with the Associate Art Director and other creative team members to develop creative concepts, shot lists, storyboards, and production plans.
• Capture high‑quality photography and video content at client locations, company events, and other production sites.
• Maintain and organize production equipment, footage, and digital assets.
• Edit and deliver polished video content optimized for digital advertising, websites, social media, and other marketing channels.
• Create motion graphics including animated typography, transitions, visual effects, and branded animations.
• Integrate motion graphics and visual effects into live‑action footage.
• Adapt creative assets into multiple formats, aspect ratios, lengths, and specifications for platforms including Meta, Google, YouTube, TikTok, and other digital placements.
• Perform post‑production enhancements such as color correction, color grading, and audio editing.
• Maintain visual quality, brand consistency, and creative execution across all deliverables.
• Partner with the Associate Art Director to apply creative direction and feedback into finished visual work.
• Coordinate with growth marketing, design, account management, and other internal teams to align production work with campaign objectives.
• Serve as a client‑facing creative partner during production planning, on‑site shoots, and discussions about visual content needs.
• Build and maintain positive client relationships through professionalism, responsiveness, and high‑quality results.
• Present creative ideas, communicate production requirements, and incorporate client feedback through each phase of production.
• Manage multiple projects at once while balancing creative quality, deadlines, and production budgets.

Requirements

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Photoshop.
• Strong motion graphics skills, including animated typography, compositing, motion tracking, and integration of graphics into live‑action footage.
• Proven expertise in camera operation, lighting, composition, visual storytelling, and post‑production.
• Experience producing a range of content styles, including polished commercial advertising and fast‑paced short‑form digital work.
• Strong photography skills, including shooting and editing professional‑quality still images.
• Ability to independently manage the production process from creative planning through final delivery.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence working directly with clients.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• A strong creative portfolio or demo reel demonstrating cinematography, editing, and motion design capabilities.

Technologies

• Adobe Creative Cloud
• Premiere Pro
• After Effects
• Photoshop
• Meta
• Google
• YouTube
• TikTok

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Travel and Work Environment

• Based in Austin, Texas, with occasional travel to client locations for photo and video production.
• Some evening and weekend work may be required for production schedules, client needs, and special events.
• When weekend work is necessary, employees may coordinate alternative days off during the workweek with their manager.

Compensation

USD 70,000 - 80,000 per year (listed as $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year).

Portfolio Requirements

• Professional cinematography and video production
• Video editing and post‑production
• Motion graphics and animation, including integration with live‑action footage
• A range of creative styles, ideally including both commercial advertising and short‑form digital content

Application Question

Please share a link to your portfolio or demo reel.

Work Location

In person (Austin, TX onsite).