Job Description: Art Director (Full-Time, Remote) – Music & Cinematic Storytelling

Position Overview We are seeking a visionary Art Director with a strong cinematic background to lead the visual direction of our music-related content. This is a full-time, fully remote role for someone who can think like a film director, a story director, and a creative producer. You will be responsible for translating song narratives and spiritual themes into compelling visual experiences—from storyboards and visual treatments through to final delivery. You will supervise editors, motion designers, and AI artists, providing precise creative feedback while maintaining a clear, cohesive vision. Key Responsibilities Cinematic Direction & Storytelling Develop scene-by-scene visual plans, storyboards, and visual treatments that translate musical and lyrical content into compelling cinematic narratives. Direct the visual language of videos, trailers, documentaries, short films, and You Tube content, with a focus on pacing, atmosphere, and emotional impact. Apply deep understanding of camera angles, lighting, composition, movement, and color grading to guide production teams and ensure cinematic quality. Creative Leadership & Supervision Supervise and guide editors, motion designers, visual effects artists, and AI artists, providing clear, precise, and actionable feedback to elevate their work. Lead the creative vision from concept to completion, ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment with project goals. Work independently to bring creative direction to projects without waiting for step-by-step instructions—be a proactive driver of the visual narrative. Strategy & Audience Engagement Understand the mechanics of You Tube and social video: hooks, retention strategies, thumbnail effectiveness, and audience attention spans. Optimize visual storytelling for digital platforms while maintaining artistic integrity and epic scale. Content Stewardship Handle biblical, Christian, historical, and spiritual content with respect, accuracy, and depth. Ensure that all visual storytelling honors the source material while being accessible and impactful for modern audiences. Required Skills Cinematic Taste: A refined, sophisticated eye for what makes visuals powerful, memorable, and emotionally resonant. Storytelling Ability: Proven skill in structuring narratives visually, with a strong sense of arc, tension, and release. Directorial Vision: Ability to direct scenes visually, making decisive choices about blocking, camera movement, lighting, and composition. Scene Planning: Skill in creating detailed, scene-by-scene plans and visual treatments. Technical Understanding: Solid grasp of camera angles, lighting, composition, movement, atmosphere, and pacing. Critical Review: Ability to review visuals critically and diagnose what is working (or not) in a frame, sequence, or edit. Precise Feedback: Ability to give clear, actionable direction to AI artists, designers, editors, and motion artists. Independence: Self-motivated and capable of bringing creative direction without waiting for step-by-step instructions. Communication & Organization: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to manage multiple projects and collaborators across time zones. Respect for Content: A deep respect for biblical and Christian content, with an understanding of its historical and spiritual significance. Preferred Skills (Nice to Have) Experience directing cinematic videos, trailers, documentaries, short films, or You Tube videos. Experience creating storyboards or visual treatments from scratch. Proven experience supervising editors, motion designers, or visual artists. Familiarity with AI production tools (Midjourney, Runway, Pika, etc.)—hands-on generation is not required, but an understanding of how to direct AI artists is a plus. Strong understanding of You Tube hooks, retention strategies, thumbnail psychology, and audience behavior. Experience working with Christian, biblical, historical, epic, or spiritual storytelling is a strong plus. Candidate Profile The ideal candidate thinks like:A Film Director: You visualize the final frame before it's shot. You understand camera language, lighting, and performance. A Story Director: You see the big picture—the narrative arc, the emotional beats, the thematic through-lines. A Visual Supervisor: You can lead a team of artists, giving them direction that elevates their work and aligns with your vision. A Creative Producer: You are organized, proactive, and know how to move a project forward from concept to delivery
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