Job Title: Graduate Trainee - Assistant Director

Brand: Dentsu Amp

Tenure: 6 months (with the possibility of securing a full-time role post completion, based on performance)

Location: Andheri- Mumbai

Stipend Offered: Yes

Working Mode: 5 days working, from office (On-site)

Key Responsibilities

1. Pre-Production Planning

• Assist the Director in script breakdowns, storyboards, and creative planning.
- Support in creating shot lists, call sheets, schedules, and production timelines.
- Coordinate with production, casting, location, art, styling, and camera teams.
- Help prepare creative decks, moodboards, and visual references.
- Ensure all departments are aligned on creative and logistical expectations.

1. On-Set Execution

• Act as the Director’s right hand on set.
- Manage daily shoot schedules and ensure timelines are adhered to.
- Coordinate between departments (camera, lighting, art, styling, sound, talent).
- Assist in blocking scenes, rehearsals, and performance coordination.
- Handle on-ground problem-solving and real-time decision support.
- Maintain continuity and track scene coverage.

1. Communication & Coordination

• Serve as the main communication bridge between Director and crew.




- Ensure instructions and creative inputs are clearly communicated.
- Conduct crew briefings and keep teams aligned on shot progress.
- Maintain discipline, structure, and workflow efficiency on set.

1. Post-Production Support

• Assist in coordinating with editors and post-production teams.
- Track edits, reviews, feedback loops, and approvals.
- Ensure post-production timelines are followed.
- Support the Director during review and final delivery stages.

1. Documentation & Workflow Management

• Maintain production documentation and daily shoot reports.
- Track scripts, storyboards, call sheets, and shot lists.
- Support production managers with scheduling and logistics.
- Ensure deliverables are aligned with timelines and quality benchmarks.

Key Skills & Competencies

- Robust understanding of filmmaking and production workflows.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to multitask and perform under pressure.
- Clear communication and leadership abilities.
- Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal skills for managing crews and talent.
- Comfortable with fast turnarounds and long shoot days.

📌 Trainee- Assistant Director (Mumbai)
🏢 Dentsu Amp
📍 Mumbai