This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior AI Vertical Mini-Series Director in the United States.
This role sits at the intersection of storytelling, short-form entertainment, and cutting-edge AI video production, shaping the next generation of vertical drama content at massive scale. You will lead the end-to-end creation of episodic mini-series designed for mobile-first audiences, combining strong narrative instincts with emerging AI production tools. Working within a fast-growing, globally distributed team, you will help define a new content category where creativity, speed, and experimentation are central. The environment is highly collaborative and innovation-driven, with direct access to AI copilots and advanced generative tools. This position is ideal for a hands-on creator who thrives in fast iteration cycles and wants to build culturally impactful content consumed by millions of users worldwide.
Accountabilities:- Own the full production lifecycle of 1–2 vertical mini-series at a time, including scripting, directing, editing, and final delivery of 10–15 short episodes per series plus trailers.
- Develop compelling episodic narratives optimized for vertical formats, with strong hooks, pacing, and cliffhangers designed for high engagement.
- Leverage AI-powered tools and in-house systems to ensure character consistency, casting support, and scalable content generation workflows.
- Collaborate closely with AI content creators, engineers, and creative leadership to refine production processes and storytelling quality.
- Continuously iterate on content performance, applying feedback and data insights to improve storytelling impact and viewer retention.
- Contribute to the evolution of internal AI-assisted production pipelines and creative best practices for vertical storytelling.
Requirements
- 4+ years of experience in directing, showrunning, or producing short-form narrative video content, ideally in vertical or mobile-first formats.
- Strong storytelling and scripting abilities, with expertise in pacing, episodic structure, and emotional engagement techniques.
- Familiarity with AI video or generative content tools (e.g., Runway, Sora, Kling, Veo, Pika, or similar), with a willingness to deepen expertise.
- Proven ability to independently manage end-to-end creative production under tight timelines.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with fluency in English and experience working in distributed teams.
- Highly proactive, execution-driven mindset with strong ownership and comfort in fast-moving environments.
- Open to feedback, adaptable, and motivated to continuously learn and experiment with new creative technologies.
Benefits
- Fully remote work with flexibility to operate from anywhere.
- Competitive compensation aligned with experience and impact.
- Paid time off (20 working days annually).
- Annual in-person team gathering for collaboration and networking.
- Health and wellness support, including monthly healthcare allowance and access to mental health and coaching resources.
- Co-working space reimbursement to support flexible working environments.
- Dedicated learning and development budget for courses, events, and certifications.
- Company-provided equipment plus budget for workspace setup.
- Premium access to leading AI tools and platforms to support creative and technical workflows.
How Jobgether works:
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
Why Apply Through Jobgether?
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