About this Creative Director, CandyJar role at Inkitt
Top 3 Objectives of the Role
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Own and protect the creative vision across AI-generated film projects, ensuring storytelling quality is never compromised for speed.
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Translate traditional film directing into AI production, bringing narrative directing expertise while embracing new AI creative workflows.
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Help shape the future of AI-native entertainment, bringing excitement for Inkitt's storytelling model and contributing to innovative narrative content.
Top 5 Hard Skills + Channel Experience
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Professional narrative directing experience (independent film, television directing programs, narrative shorts, music videos, or similar)
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Script analysis and story development, including breaking down scripts and providing creative feedback
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Editorial review experience, giving direction on edits, pacing, color correction, and sound design
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Visual storytelling fundamentals, including shot composition, shot selection, storyboarding, and cinematic language
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Professional production experience, collaborating with writers, editors, producers, and creative teams in a production environment
Additional preferred experience:
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Independent film or boutique studio backgrounds
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Film festival recognition or directing fellowship programs
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Romance, women-forward, or action/adventure storytelling experience
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Exposure to AI creative tools (preferred)
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Experience working across multiple productions simultaneously
Top 5 Softer Skills
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Exceptional vision communication, with the ability to clearly articulate and defend creative direction
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Constructive creative leadership, providing thoughtful, actionable feedback to creative teams
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Open-mindedness, incorporating feedback and alternative perspectives without ego
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Strong prioritization, balancing multiple projects while determining what creative feedback matters most
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Passion for innovation, with genuine excitement for AI, new storytelling formats, and Inkitt's mission
