ABOUT THIS ROLE
Our Senior Art Directors are first and foremost strong conceptual thinkers. They are people who can knock out multiple ideas for a brief and back it up with kick-ass design skills. In this role you must have a passion for storytelling and an equal passion for current trends.
Additionally, you have dynamic personalities, are culturally in the know, and are a natural team player. Lastly, you thrive in a fast-paced yet fun environment and want to tackle any challenge thrown your way.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conceptual thinker with strong design chops
- Works directly with a writer and reports to the ACD and CD
- Manages time on multiple projects
- Work seamlessly with the internal team, freelancers, and production partners
- Strong presentation and client-facing skills
- Traditional agency experience is a plus
- Time spent on shoots is a plus
- Demonstrated experience working with a kids audience is a plus
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree, Graphic Design, Art Direction or related field
QUALIFICATIONS
- Highly conceptual thinking with excellent design skills
- Experience with photo art direction.
- Comfortable working on-set.
- 4+ years experience in an agency environment
- Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Professional presentation capabilities
- Excellent communication skills and team player
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Training & Development
- Work From Home
Conscious Minds is an independent, creative company specializing in branded storytelling and cross-platform content innovation. The company has offices in Pasadena, CA, and Portland, OR. Clients include Nike, Google, Facebook, Jack In the Box, Open Door, Uber Eats, and Roots.
Conscious Minds is a people-first work culture. We’re big on community, trust, transparency, and respect for one another. We operate strategically as an integrated team from Strategy through Post Production (and everything in between). We expect our team to work hard, wear multiple hats, lean into efficiencies, and break traditional norms in how we re-think storytelling with our clients.
Conscious Minds Studios
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Job Description
A Los Angeles-based camera team is available to support vertical (9:16) series productions with a full crew + equipment package built for fast schedules and multi-location days. This turnkey camera department option is ideal for producers and production teams who need experienced vertical storytelling coverage, technical workflow support, and a ready-to-shoot setup for high-volume content.
Job Responsibilities
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Provide a professional camera crew for vertical (9:16) productions.
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Supply cinema camera packages, lenses, lighting, and grip equipment as needed.
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Support on-set camera workflow and technical operations for smooth production days.
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Handle DIT and media management to maintain an efficient post pipeline.
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Provide production van support for transport, power, storage, and fast company moves (when available).
Requirements
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Los Angeles-based production teams or shoots needing local camera support.
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Projects filming vertical series content (9:16) with fast-paced production demands.
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Clear communication on schedule, scope, and required camera package needs.
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Camera department services only (no sound).
Compensation
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Rates based on availability, scope, crew size, and equipment needs.