Ad Ports Group
Senior Filmmaker
- Permanent
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 2 - 5 yrs
Job overview
Date posted
08/08/2025
Location
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Salary
Undisclosed
Compensation
Salary only
Experience
2 - 5 yrs
Seniority
Experienced
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
22/09/2025
Job description
The Senior Filmmaker will lead the creative development and execution of film projects, from concept to delivery, while managing production teams and integrating AI-driven tools to optimize workflow and output quality. The role demands strong storytelling skills, hands-on direction, post-production expertise, and the ability to align film content with marketing campaigns and brand objectives.
Required skills
film direction
creative concept development
storyboarding
scripting
editing supervision
AI-powered editing tools
voice cleanup
shot selection
audience targeting
team leadership
mentoring junior filmmakers
post-production workflows
project management
marketing collaboration
brand alignment
multilingual communication
time management under tight deadlines
Key responsibilities
- Lead creative development, storyboarding, and scripting for film projects
- Direct shoots with clear creative vision, managing both talent and technical crews
- Oversee editing and post-production using traditional and AI-based tools
- Apply AI solutions for editing, script analysis, voice cleanup, and audience targeting
- Collaborate with marketing and creative teams to align content with brand strategy
- Manage multiple large-scale projects, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met
- Mentor and guide junior filmmakers and editors
- Drive innovative production workflows and promote AI integration in filmmaking
Experience & skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Film, Media, or Visual Production preferred
- Minimum 2 years of filmmaking experience with team leadership responsibilities
- Proficiency in both Arabic and English (written and spoken)
- Proven experience in directing, editing, and creative concept development
- Ability to deliver projects across multiple platforms
- Strong project management and communication skills
- Familiarity with AI-powered video editing and production tools
