# Director, Branded Content at Frontofficesports > Hybrid · United States · Director+ · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/pinpoint%3Afrontofficesports%3A612077 (read 2026-11-07). ## Facts (observed) - Company: [Frontofficesports](https://alderhq.app/companies/frontofficesports) - Location text: New York, New York, New York - Where it can be done from (inferred): Hybrid · United States (evidence: "Location: New York, New York, New York") - Posted: already open when tracking began; date unknown - First seen by alder: 2026-11-04 · last verified: 2026-11-04 - Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times - Apply on the employer's site: https://careers.frontofficesports.com/en/postings/16d879ff-2b7e-4fbc-825d-f15d56070663 ## Pay and sponsorship - Posted pay: $130k–$150k per year (from the listing's pay field) - Market band for similar posted roles (New York, n 841): p25 $165k, median $205k, p75 $250k ## Description (the employer's text) Front Office Sports is seeking a creative, strategic, and hands-on Director, Branded Content to lead the development and production of high-impact video content for our brand partners. This individual will play a key role in building our branded content capabilities, bringing integrated partnerships to life through compelling, social-first storytelling that resonates with the Front Office Sports audience. Reporting to the VP, Partnership Marketing, this person will own the post-sale creative development and production of custom branded video programs, translating solid concepts into compelling content through creative refinement, storytelling, and hands-on production leadership. The ideal candidate combines strong creative vision with deep production expertise, bringing the ability to direct shoots, guide post-production, lead creative teams, and establish scalable workflows that deliver high-quality work within established budgets and timelines. ### Responsibilities Post-Sale Creative Development - Lead the post-sale creative development of custom branded video programs, partnering with Partnership Marketing and Creative Strategy teams to refine and evolve sold concepts into compelling, production-ready content - Develop creative treatments, scripts, storyboards, and production plans that translate approved concepts into engaging, social-first storytelling tailored to FOS platforms and audiences - Serve as the creative and production expert throughout campaign execution, identifying opportunities to strengthen or reimagine creative approaches while maintaining the original campaign objectives and partner commitments - Present creative recommendations and refinements to internal stakeholders and clients, articulating the rationale behind creative decisions and navigating feedback to build alignment Video Production & Creative Direction - Lead the end-to-end creative execution of custom branded video productions, from pre-production and shoot planning through onsite direction, post-production, and final delivery - Serve as the hands-on creative director for smaller-scale productions, directing talent, interviews, and crews to bring the creative vision to life - Own the overarching creative vision for larger-scale productions, collaborating with external directors and production partners to ensure consistent creative execution - Oversee video editing and post-production, providing clear, actionable direction on storytelling, pacing, graphics, sound, and overall production quality - Partner with the Branded Content Producer and broader Multimedia team on production operations, planning, talent coordination, shoot logistics, and creative approvals - Maintain high creative standards across branded video, ensuring content reflects the FOS brand, resonates with its audience, and delivers against partner objectives - Proactively troubleshoot creative and production challenges, identifying solutions that balance storytelling quality, client expectations, budgets, and timelines Production Management & Team Leadership - Manage and mentor Branded Content Producer(s), providing creative guidance, production oversight, and professional development - Oversee external directors, editors, and production partners, building a trusted network of freelance creative talent and vendors to scale production capabilities - Develop production scopes, resource plans, and budgets in collaboration with the Branded Content team, identifying efficient approaches without sacrificing creative quality - Oversee production timelines, resource allocation, and vendor deliverables to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget - Establish scalable production processes, creative workflows, and quality-control standards to support a growing branded content business Cross-Functional & Client Collaboration - Work closely with Partnership Marketing, Creative Strategy, Multimedia, Sales, and Account Management to ensure alignment from post-sale creative development through campaign delivery - Confidently lead creative presentations and discussions with clients, articulating concepts, production approaches, and recommendations with polish, clarity, and a strong understanding of partner objectives - Navigate competing creative perspectives and client feedback, identifying thoughtful compromises and proactive solutions that protect the FOS brand while delivering against partner objectives - Partner closely with the VP, Partnership Marketing to align on creative direction, key production decisions, and client-facing recommendations, proactively communicating progress, challenges, and opportunities - Contribute to the continued development of FOS's branded content capabilities, identifying new formats, creative approaches, and production opportunities Travel: Willingness to travel approximately 25–30% of the time for onsite productions, talent shoots, and partner activations. ### Skills - 6-8+ years of experience in branded video, creative direction, or content production, preferably within digital media, sports media, a publisher, creative agency, or production company - Demonstrated experience leading branded video projects from creative development through final delivery, with strong storytelling instincts and the ability to translate concepts into compelling treatments, scripts, and visual references - Hands-on experience directing talent, interviews, and production crews, with the ability to independently lead smaller-scale productions and oversee creative execution on larger projects - Deep understanding of video production and post-production workflows, including working knowledge of editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro. Hands-on editing experience is a plus - Strong understanding of the distinctions between editorial and branded content licensing agreements, including usage rights, distribution permissions, exclusivity, term lengths, ownership, and associated legal and commercial considerations - Strong understanding of social-first storytelling and platform-specific best practices across YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and emerging platforms, with an instinct for content that resonates with sports, business, and culture audiences - Experience managing and mentoring creative talent, overseeing external production partners, and managing production budgets, resources, and timelines - Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills, with the ability to confidently present creative recommendations to clients, navigate competing perspectives, and build alignment across stakeholders - Exceptional creative judgment, problem-solving skills, and an entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to work autonomously, adapt under pressure, and help build scalable creative and production capabilities ### Benefits - Generous PTO policy to use as you please, plus sick time and company holidays - Employer-sponsored health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision - An annual professional development stipend and endless development opportunities at a growing startup - Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan, complemented by a 3% company match. We believe in supporting your long-term financial goals - Thrive in a dynamic environment with endless development opportunities at our growing startup --- Data: alder (https://alderhq.app). Cite https://alderhq.app/jobs/pinpoint%3Afrontofficesports%3A612077 and the date you read it. Observed facts come from the employer's own listing; location reach, level, family and skills are inferences.