– Assistant Director

Industry: Advertising / Creative Communication Agency

Position

Assistant Director (AD)

Location

New Delhi

Department

Production / Creative

Experience

6+ Years

Role Overview

We are looking for a highly organized and creative Assistant Director to support the Director in planning, coordinating, and executing commercials, branded content, digital campaigns, corporate films, and social media productions. The ideal candidate should excel in production planning, crew coordination, script breakdowns, scheduling, and ensuring smooth execution from pre-production to post-production.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Production

- Assist the Director in interpreting scripts and creative concepts.
- Prepare script breakdowns, shot lists, mood boards, and production notes.
- Coordinate recce (location scouting) and manage production logistics.
- Prepare call sheets, production schedules, and daily shooting plans.
- Coordinate with clients, creative teams, producers, and vendors.
- Assist in casting, auditions, and talent coordination.
- Ensure all required permits and approvals are arranged before shoots.

Production

- Ensure smooth on-set execution according to the shooting schedule.
- Coordinate with DOP, Production Manager, Art Department, Stylists, and other crew members.
- Track shot completion and maintain continuity.
- Assist the Director in managing actors, presenters, and crew.
- Handle time management to ensure shoots are completed efficiently.
- Troubleshoot production issues and communicate solutions quickly.

Post-Production

- Coordinate with editors,



motion graphic artists, sound designers, and colorists.
- Review edits against the approved storyboard and script.
- Ensure timely delivery of revisions and final outputs.
- Maintain project documentation and production archives.

Required Skills

- Strong understanding of commercial filmmaking and digital content production.
- Excellent script interpretation and visual storytelling skills.
- Knowledge of production workflows and set etiquette.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines.
- Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
- Strong leadership and team coordination abilities.

Software Knowledge

- Microsoft Office / Google Workspace
- StudioBinder or other production management tools
- Adobe Premiere Pro (basic understanding)
- Trello, Asana, Monday.com, or similar project management tools

Preferred Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Film Production, Mass Communication, Media Studies, or a related field.
- Experience working in an advertising agency, production house, or creative communication agency.
- Experience handling TV commercials, digital ads, branded content, corporate films, and social media campaigns.

What We're Looking For

- Passion for storytelling and filmmaking.
- Robust planning and execution skills.
- Ability to manage multiple shoots simultaneously.
- Calm and composed under pressure.
- Excellent collaboration with creative and production teams.
- A proactive attitude with a keen eye for detail.

📌 Assistant Director (Delhi)
🏢 The Visual House
📍 Delhi