Hybrid Associate Director, Creative Production, Travel + Leisure

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About the role

  • Associate Director managing creative production & development of original video content for Travel + Leisure and People Inc. brands' YouTube channels to support measurable growth.

Responsibilities

  • Focus on shaping and producing original video for Travel + Leisure and other People Inc. brands’ YouTube channels.
  • Develop and pitch platform-native concepts, direct talent and crews, and guide edits through final delivery.
  • Own the full creative lifecycle for assigned series and one-offs, ensuring every video feels fresh, reflects the brand’s voice, and supports measurable YouTube growth.
  • Operate as a senior creative lead within the Lifestyle team, dedicated to delivering standout video across formats featuring both well-known and emerging talent.
  • Direct multi-camera video shoots, managing both celebrity and non-celebrity talent to execute the creative vision and capture compelling content.
  • Collaborate with other producers and directors to ensure all Travel + Leisure YouTube content meets brand, quality, and creative standards.
  • Manage the entire project scope, timeline, and budget in close partnership with the Production & Post Operations team to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.
  • Lead the post-production process for your projects, providing clear, constructive creative feedback to editors to guide storytelling, pacing, and style from first cut to final delivery.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact and creative partner for brand stakeholders on your assigned projects, effectively communicating the creative vision and managing feedback.

Requirements

  • 6–8 years of experience developing, directing, and producing video, ideally within food, lifestyle, and documentary formats.
  • A confident director who can lead talent, manage crews, and make smart decisions quickly, whether on location or in-studio.
  • Sharp editorial instincts with a deep understanding of pacing, story structure, and visual clarity for digital audiences.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain creative thinking and give constructive feedback.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects at once while staying organized and detail-oriented.
  • Solid grasp of YouTube best practices, audience behavior, and performance indicators that shape creative choices.
  • Comfortable navigating shifting priorities and solving real-time production or post issues without losing momentum.
  • Experience managing budgets, schedules, and creative workflows in partnership with production and post teams.
  • Proficient in Adobe Premiere with enough post knowledge to guide editors effectively.

Benefits

  • medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage
  • unlimited paid time off (PTO)
  • adoption or surrogate assistance
  • donation matching
  • tuition reimbursement
  • basic life insurance
  • basic accidental death & dismemberment
  • supplemental life insurance
  • supplemental accident insurance
  • commuter benefits
  • short term and long term disability
  • health savings and flexible spending accounts
  • family care benefits
  • a generous 401K savings plan with a company match program
  • 10-12 paid holidays annually
  • generous paid parental leave (birthing and non-birthing parents)
  • voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, accident, critical and hospital indemnity health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance

Job title

Associate Director, Creative Production, Travel + Leisure

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

$105,000 - $125,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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