Our Opportunity:
Chewy is looking for a Video Content Director to join our in-house Studio creative team based in Plantation, FL. The studio is looking for an exceptional hands-on storyteller to work with our Marketing and Studio production teams to direct our at-scale content. From the hand-off of the creative brief, this visual storyteller will help oversee on-set content creation and collaborate with a dynamic team of creatives, producers, videographers, pet wranglers, photographers, as well as our art and post teams to get the job done. The ideal candidate will be collaborative, engaged, and have a passion for our industry as well as a desire to learn and create. You must be able to quickly adapt to unique production situations that support our e-commerce studio.
What you'll do:
- Direct a mix of complex, multi-channel marketing campaigns and lower-tiered, templated video projects in partnership with our Studio Production and Studio/Marketing creative teams.
- Participate in all stages of the video production process ensuring the creative concepts, visual direction and execution align to stakeholder briefs and Chewy Brand Guidelines
- Partner with creative team of Art Directors specialized in video, photography, and post-production to create emotional, impactful and culture-oriented content for Chewy.
- Translate story boards and scripts into shooting boards, treatments, set direction, casting and music direction, and work with studio partners and departments to execute the vision.
- Direct pet talent and human talent to create brand storytelling.
- Provide clear direction to staff and freelance video production teams in preproduction and on set.
- Work with the Post-production team to plan and shoot projects involving motion graphics and VFX.
- At the direction of the Creative Director, maintain brand guidelines, design standards, and visual consistency within video projects.
What you'll need:
- 4+ years of experience in video and post-production, with 2+ years of experience as a content director/video director within an agency, production company or in-house studio.
- Must love working with pets and animals of all shapes and sizes.
- Highly creative with proven examples of brand marketing content created for site and digital channels.
- Demonstrated understanding of the entire video production process, including concepting, directing talent on set, shot composition, shot list writing, lighting design, and post-production.
- Working knowledge of video and digital cinema cameras, including DSLR and mirrorless cameras (Sony, Canon).
- Proficiency with software applications used in a creative studio, such as but not limited to Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office tools, and Google apps.
- Able to receive feedback and creative critiques from stakeholders and various team members and handle with grace.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; a team player, positive attitude, and problem solver.
- Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, reacting with sound judgement and often without specific direction.
- Exemplary time management skills - demonstrated ability to set priorities, utilize resources, stay organized, lead a production crew, and meet deadlines.
- An art school or liberal arts (4 year) degree is preferred.
- Portfolio is a must. Along with your resume and cover letter, please submit links to your work.
- Travel expectation - 10%
Chewy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, citizenship, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, as well as any other legally-protected characteristic. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, and you need an accommodation during the application process or to perform these job requirements, or if you need a religious accommodation, please contact [email protected].
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Skills Required
- 4+ years of experience in video and post-production
- 2+ years of experience as a content director/video director
- Working knowledge of video and digital cinema cameras
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
What the Team is Saying
What We Do
Who We Are Chewy is where pet parents find everything they need for life with pets, from food to fun to pharmacy. We make pet care easier, more informed, and more joyful through fast, reliable delivery and award-winning 24/7 Customer Care, including access to pet health support when it’s needed. Founded in 2011, Chewy combines the convenience of online shopping with a high-touch, personalized experience built around the real moments of pet parenthood. Our Mission Chewy’s mission is to be the most trusted and convenient destination for pet parents and partners, everywhere. What We Do We support pet parents through the highs, lows, and everyday moments of the pet parenting journey with: • Pet food, treats, and daily essentials • Supplies for dogs, cats, fish, birds, reptiles, equine, and small pets • Pharmacy and veterinary services, including prescriptions and medications • Pet wellness and health products • Autoship for convenient recurring deliveries • Chewy+, our premium membership offering exclusive savings, faster delivery, and personalized pet care benefits • 24/7/365 customer support from knowledgeable, pet-loving experts What Makes Chewy Different Chewy is known for industry-leading service, deep personalization, and our customer-obsessed culture. We combine trust, convenience, and care, and pet parents come to us for: • Exceptional customer care • Human- and pet-centered product and experience design • Fast, dependable fulfillment across a nationwide operations network • A mission-driven culture built on empathy, trust, and passion for pets Our Culture Chewy’s culture is built for people who thrive on ownership, innovation, and impact. We value curiosity, creativity, and continuous improvement across all our teams. We empower Team Members—our Chewtopians—to learn, grow, and unleash their full potential in a collaborative, supportive, mission-driven environment. How We Work Chewy’s Operating Principles guide how we think, innovate, collaborate, and execute. These principles shape our character, decision-making, and approach to delivering results while connecting our people and culture in support of our mission. Where We Work Chewy headquarters: Plantation, FL, and Boston, MA Additional hubs: Bellevue, WA, and Minneapolis, MN
Why Work With Us
Why You Should Work at Chewy Chewy is a unique, fast-growing e-commerce and tech leader where builders, creators, and problem-solvers shape the future of pet care. Our teams drive innovation in a mission-driven culture that creates real impact for pets and the people who love them.
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