MediaLab is a media & technology company focused on acquiring and growing properties and global brands. The organization is a unique combination of private equity, holding company and operating entity. We continue to expand and are proud of the prominent market position of our brands.
Come join an exceptionally talented team of engineers, designers, product and business builders. HQ is located in sunny Santa Monica, California with growing teams in New York, and across cities in the US and Latin America.
Your Role at MediaLab
As Senior Director of Content & Creative Production, you will play a critical role in leading and supporting both the Original Content and Branded Content teams across traditional and non-traditional mediums. Your initial focus will be to ensure that production workflows are smooth, efficient, and adaptable to evolving trends and industry demands—all while serving as a key liaison between the sales and marketing teams to ensure seamless communication on all content-driven initiatives. You will be expected to elevate creativity, strengthen cross-functional communication, and provide strong leadership—ensuring alignment with department heads and the overall strategic goals of the organization.
What You’ll Do
- Lead end-to-end production of original and branded content across traditional, digital, and non-traditional platforms—including off-premise events.
- Ensure workflows are optimized for efficiency, quality, and scalability.
- Implement processes that allow teams to adapt quickly to shifting trends and emerging technologies in content production (e.g., AI).
- Promote a fun, inclusive, and dynamic work environment that values diverse perspectives, fosters curiosity, and celebrates team wins.
- Manage and mentor a small but mighty team of content producers and creatives.
- Foster a collaborative, creative culture that encourages innovation and excellence.
- Establish clear goals, expectations, and success metrics for team members.
- Serve as a bridge between the content, sales, and marketing teams to align production priorities with business objectives.
- Facilitate smooth communication and alignment on content-driven initiatives to ensure on-time execution.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to integrate original content into broader marketing and sales strategies.
- Maintain high standards for creative output, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines, voice, and client expectations.
- Oversee production budgets, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within financial parameters.
What We’re Searching For
- 15+ years of experience managing content and/or branded content teams, preferably in-house.
- Proven experience working with high-caliber artists and/or creators.
- Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
- Extensive knowledge of music, art, culture, creator economy, and current events.
- Strong understanding of video production and social media ecosystems.
- Ability to balance a strong work ethic with a collaborative and joyful approach to the creative process.
- A portfolio showcasing original and branded content work is required.
- Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) in a relevant field such as Media Production, Communications, Film, Marketing, or a related discipline is preferred.
At MediaLab, we rely on a range of backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. We value diversity, and we’re proud to be an inclusive, equal opportunity workplace.Apply for this job
