Assistant Director

Humans Of Hustle · India

The Role

We’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 Do

• Work 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 For

• 1–3 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 strong plus.

What Success Looks Like

• Productions 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.