Video & Photo Creative Production Lead

TP-Link Systems Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free snacks

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401k matching

Bi-annual reviews & pay raises

Wellness benefits & gym membership

Team-building events

Job summary

TP-Link Systems Inc. in Irvine, CA seeks a Video & Photo Creative Production Lead to own end-to-end visual production, elevating the quality and consistency of brand video and photo content.

This hands-on leadership role directs a team of six, plans shoots, manages budgets and timelines, and translates product messaging into premium visuals that feel real and premium. The ideal candidate balances creative ambition with practical execution, delivering polished content on time.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in video and photo production with a strong portfolio.
• Proven ability to run end-to-end productions: planning, on-set direction, and post-production oversight.
• Expert-level lighting, composition, visual tone for premium tech visuals.
• Experience leading creative teams with actionable feedback to improve storytelling.
• Strong hands-on production skills; able to shoot or direct when needed.
• Ability to translate briefs into concepts, storyboards, and scripts balancing creativity with feasibility.
• Proven track record managing budgets and timelines, delivering quality on schedule.
• Strong problem-solving in fast-paced, ownership-driven environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead video and photo production, elevating execution quality and storytelling.
• Plan shoots: locations, lighting, gear, talent.
• Direct and develop a team of designers.
• Own budget and timelines for productions.
• Solve scheduling/resource challenges; run lean productions.
• Translate briefs and product messaging into executable concepts and scripts.

Skills

Video production

Photo production

Team leadership

End-to-end production

Budget management

Storyboarding

On-set direction

Post-production oversight

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Lighting gear

Camera equipment

Job description

Description

About Us:

Headquartered in the United States, TP-Link Systems Inc. is a global provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products, consistently ranked as the world’s top provider of Wi-FI devices. The company is committed to delivering innovative products that enhance people’s lives through faster, more reliable connectivity. With a commitment to excellence, TP-Link serves customers in over 170 countries and continues to grow its global footprint.

We believe technology changes the world for the better! At TP-Link Systems Inc, we are committed to crafting dependable, high-performance products to connect users worldwide with the wonders of technology.

Embracing professionalism, innovation, excellence, and simplicity, we aim to assist our clients in achieving remarkable global performance and enable consumers to enjoy a seamless, effortless lifestyle.

About the role:

The Video & Photo Creative Production Lead owns end-to-end visual production, elevating the quality, consistency, and effectiveness of video and photo content across the brand. This role brings strong, shoot‑ready creative ideas to life—translating brand direction and product messaging into premium, credible, high‑performing visual storytelling.

This is a hands‑on leadership role for a production‑driven creative who can plan and execute efficient shoots, direct and develop a team, and maintain high visual standards without over‑engineered processes. The ideal candidate balances creative ambition with practical execution, operates with urgency, and consistently delivers polished, authentic content on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Lead video & photo production, elevates execution quality, and brings strong, shootable creative ideas that translate brand direction into high‑performing content.

1. Run production end-to-end

Plan shoots (locations, lighting, gear, talent)

Execute efficiently (not over‑engineered agency style)

Deliver consistent quality across shoots

1. Upgrade your visual quality immediately

Bring a strong point of view on how to make tech feel premium and credible

Create environments that feel real and lived‑in, not staged or artificial

Demonstrate expert‑level control of lighting, composition, and overall visual tone

1. Lead and direct the team

Manage and guide a team of 6 video designers with clear, actionable feedback

Improve storytelling, pacing, and hooks across all outputs

Establish and enforce quality standards and best practices

1. Stay hands‑on and execution‑focused

Step in to shoot or direct when needed

Run lean, efficient productions independently when required

Solve problems quickly and drive projects forward without over‑reliance on external vendors

Creative development & storyboarding

Translate high‑level creative briefs, product messaging, and marketing objectives into clear, executable concepts

Develop detailed storyboards that define shot structure, pacing, and visual flow

Write and refine on‑screen text and/or voiceover scripts that clearly communicate product value

Ensure all concepts are practical to produce while maintaining strong creative impact

1. Own budget & timelines

Take full accountability for delivering high‑quality productions on time and within budget

Balance creative ambition with practical execution, avoiding over‑engineered solutions

Proactively solve scheduling and resource challenges to prevent delays

Operate with a strong sense of urgency and efficiency across all projects

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree Required.
• 7+ years of experience in video and photo production, with a strong portfolio demonstrating elevated visual quality, storytelling, and production execution.
• Proven ability to run end‑to‑end productions, including shoot planning (locations, lighting, gear, talent), on‑set direction, and post‑production oversight.
• Expert‑level command of lighting, composition, visual tone, and environmental design—especially for making technology feel premium, credible, and real.
• Demonstrated experience leading and directing creative teams, providing clear, actionable feedback to improve storytelling, pacing, and overall output quality.
• Strong hands‑on production skills, with the ability to step in to shoot, direct, or run lean productions independently when needed.
• Experience translating creative briefs and product messaging into executable concepts, storyboards, and scripts that balance creativity with feasibility.
• Proven track record managing budgets and timelines, delivering high‑quality work on schedule while avoiding over‑engineered or inefficient solutions.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to move projects forward quickly with minimal reliance on external vendors.
• Comfort working in a fast‑paced, execution‑focused environment with high expectations for quality, ownership, and accountability.

Benefits

Salary Range: $140K-$170K

Benefits

• Free snacks and drinks
• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (partial coverage for dependents)
• Contributions to 401k funds
• Bi‑annual reviews, and annual pay increases
• Health and wellness benefits, including free gym membership
• Quarterly team‑building events

At TP-Link Systems Inc., we are continually searching for ambitious individuals who are passionate about their work. We believe that diversity fuels innovation, collaboration, and drives our entrepreneurial spirit. As a global company, we highly value diverse perspectives and are committed to cultivating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and valued. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Beyond compliance, we strive to create a supportive and growth‑oriented workplace for everyone. If you share our passion and connection to this mission, join us in building a vibrant and inclusive team at TP-Link Systems Inc.

We are unable to offer visa sponsorships at this time.