Content Creator (PT) Donut Studios
Los Angeles, CA - USA
Job Summary
WHY DONUT STUDIOS
At New Engen we help brands grow not just bigger but smarter. Were a digital marketing agency that drives meaningful impact across the entire customer journey by integrating media creative analytics influencer and retail strategies into performance-driven campaigns.
Donut Studios is our in-house creative studio purpose-built to craft high-performing platform-native and digital content for the worlds most ambitious brands. As a key part of New Engens suite of specialized solutions alongside offerings like the Acorn Creator Suite and - Donut Studios helps unlock breakthrough creative that drives results fast.
Were a collaborative group of strategists content creators copywriters editors designers account managers and more who are all in on helping brands and each other thrive. We work hard stay humble and build with purpose.
WHAT YOULL DO
Own UGC Production from Brief to Delivery
Lead high-volume UGC productions from kickoff through final handoff managing everything from script review and shoot planning to execution and post-production coordination. Ensure concepts are feasible shoots are well organized and final deliverables meet quality and performance expectations.
Self-Film Platform-Native Content
Capture content independently for paid and organic social campaigns across platforms and formats whether shooting at home on set or on location. Produce b-roll product shots and supporting footage with a strong understanding of what feels native to each platform and what will resonate with audiences.
Direct Creators and Talent for Performance
Run directed shoots with creators and talent guiding performance with a clear point of view on what will work on platform. Provide feedback coaching and virtual direction as needed to help external creators deliver stronger more effective content.
Partner with Creative Strategy to Shape Production-Ready Concepts
Collaborate closely with Creative Strategy to evaluate concepts early pressure-test production viability and ensure creative ideas can be executed effectively. Bring a production lens to the process helping teams avoid downstream challenges and make stronger creative decisions upfront.
Manage Production Logistics and Workflow
Own production details including prop sourcing location planning shoot prep and post handoff. Balance multiple productions at different stages simultaneously while keeping timelines deliverables and communication on track.
Leverage AI and New Tools to Improve Production
Use AI tools to support research casting preparation asset organization pre-production planning and workflow efficiency. Contribute to building and evolving AI-native production processes that help the team work smarter and move faster.
Serve as a Cross-Functional Creative Execution Partner
Act as a thought partner across teams bringing production expertise into conversations around creative development workflows and execution. Share perspective on what performs and help shape concepts processes and decisions with production realities in mind.
Maintain a High Bar for Creative Quality
Take ownership of final creative output ensuring content aligns with strategic objectives meets quality standards and reflects a strong understanding of platform performance. Bring your creative instincts to every stage of the process from concept through delivery.
WHAT YOULL NEED
- 12 years of production or content creation experience ideally within digital social or creator-driven environments with experience producing UGC or social content at volume rather than isolated one-off shoots.
- Deep fluency in UGC and social-first content with a strong instinct for what performs on platforms like TikTok and Instagram and the ability to break down why certain creative resonates.
- Strong mobile production skills including filming lighting framing audio capture and camera settings with the ability to create polished content in a range of environments.
- Comfort directing and coaching creators or talent with a knack for guiding performances that feel authentic on-brand and platform-native rather than overly scripted.
- A strong creative eye and high attention to detail with good taste in framing aesthetics continuity wardrobe and overall shot quality.
- Excellent organization and production management skills with the ability to run multiple shoots and workstreams in parallel while keeping timelines logistics and details on track.
- A self-directed proactive working style with the ability to independently own shoot days make decisions quickly and keep production moving without heavy oversight.
- Comfort using AI tools and production software to work more efficiently including tools for research planning asset organization and workflow management. Experience with platforms like Adobe Creative Suite Asana Airtable and Google Drive is a plus.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment bringing flexibility problem-solving skills and a positive attitude to evolving production needs.
- Based in Los Angeles and available for frequent on-site shoots including multiple shoot days per week in Manhattan Beach and other production locations as needed.
Salary Range: $28.85 to $$33.65 hourly
The range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. Final base salary is directly related to each candidates qualifications and experience uniquely.
New Engen is proud to have offices in Seattle New York and Northwest Arkansas each one anchoring teams that drive creativity collaboration and culture. But great work isnt limited to those zip codes. We also support a distributed team of remote employees across the country giving people the flexibility to do their best work wherever they are.
We currently hire full-time employees in the following states: Arkansas California Colorado Florida Georgia Illinois Michigan Missouri Nevada New Jersey New York North Carolina Oregon Pennsylvania South Carolina Tennessee Texas Virginia Washington and Wisconsin
Lets Build Whats Next Together If youre passionate about media and eager to make a meaningful impact with a team thats all in wed love to hear from you.
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