The RoleWe’re looking for an

Assistant Director

who can bring structure, energy, and creative thinking to the production process.You’ll work closely with the Director, content, production, and creative teams to take projects from

idea to execution

— helping shape concepts, prepare for shoots, coordinate production, and ensure everything runs smoothly on set.This is a hands-on role for someone who understands that great content comes from the combination of

strong storytelling, thoughtful preparation, and flawless execution .

What You’ll DoWork closely with the Director to develop and execute

video concepts, interviews, shoots, and original content formats .Assist with

pre-production planning , including scripts, treatments, shot lists, references, schedules, and production requirements.Help translate creative ideas into practical and executable

shoot plans .Coordinate with production, camera, sound, art, talent, and other crew members to ensure smooth execution.Assist the Director on set and help manage the

day-to-day flow of the shoot .Keep track of schedules, call sheets, equipment, locations, talent, and other production requirements.Ensure the team is aligned on the

creative vision, shot requirements, and production timelines .Help identify potential issues during production and find quick, practical solutions.Work with the content and social teams to understand how footage can be captured and structured for

multiple formats and platforms .Review footage and work with editors to communicate

creative direction, selects, references, and edit requirements .Assist with revisions and post-production workflows to ensure the final output meets the creative brief.Help maintain production documentation, assets, footage, and project files in an organised manner.Research

visual references,



storytelling formats, creators, production styles, and emerging content trends .Support branded content, collaborations, shoots, events, and original IPs as required.

What We’re Looking For1–3 years of experience

in filmmaking, video production, content production, or a similar role.Strong understanding of the

video production process , from pre-production through post-production.Good understanding of camera, lighting, sound, framing, shot composition, and basic production workflows.Strong storytelling instinct and an ability to think visually.Excellent organisational and coordination skills.Comfortable working on set and handling

multiple moving parts under tight timelines .Ability to communicate clearly with creative and production teams.Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.Ability to work quickly without compromising on the quality of execution.Familiarity with editing workflows and software such as

Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve , or equivalent is a plus.Comfortable working in a

fast-paced, collaborative environment .Interest in

founders, startups, business, creators, media, and internet culture

is a solid plus.

What Success Looks LikeProductions are

well-planned, organised, and executed smoothly .The Director and wider creative team have the support they need to focus on storytelling.Shoots stay on track while maintaining the

creative intent and quality of the project .You anticipate production challenges and solve them before they become problems.You develop a strong understanding of the

Humans of Hustle visual and storytelling language .Projects move smoothly from

concept → pre-production → shoot → edit → final delivery .Over time, you take increasing ownership of productions and become a reliable creative partner to the Director.

📌 Assistant Director (Mumbai)
🏢 Humans Of Hustle
📍 Mumbai