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Commercial Director - Freelance - Los Angeles, CA

Mills James, Columbus, OH, USA

Pay: 125.000

Job type: Freelance


About The Freelance Opportunity

We are seeking experienced and visionary Commercial Directors in the Los Angeles market to collaborate on a project‑by‑project basis. This is a freelance opportunity to partner with our production team on a growing slate of high‑end commercial work. Our clients span a range of industries and are looking for directors who bring strong creative leadership, storytelling expertise, and a refined visual sensibility. This opportunity is ideal for directors who operate independently and are interested in building an ongoing creative partnership while maintaining flexibility in their work.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead the creative vision and execution of commercial projects from concept through delivery
  • Collaborate with creative teams, agencies, and clients to interpret briefs and shape compelling visual narratives
  • Pitch and present treatments, concepts, and creative direction
  • Direct onset production, working closely with cast, crew, and department heads
  • Partner with producers and directors of photography to ensure alignment on visual storytelling
  • Oversee postproduction processes, including editing, color, and finishing, as appropriate to the project
  • Deliver highquality work while aligning with agreedupon budgets and timelines

What You Bring

  • Demonstrated experience directing commercial, branded, or advertising content
  • Strong portfolio or reel showcasing highlevel storytelling and visual execution
  • Ability to translate brand messaging into engaging visual content
  • Experience collaborating with agencies, brands, and production teams
  • Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills
  • Based in Los Angeles or able to work locally on assigned projects

Preferred Experience

  • Work on national or global campaigns
  • Established network of crew and creative talent in the Los Angeles market
  • Versatility across formats, including broadcast, digital, and social content

Engagement Details

  • Projects are assigned based on fit, availability, and client needs
  • Scope, timeline, and compensation are defined per project
  • Directors manage their own schedules and availability

To Be Considered, Please Submit

  • Reel / portfolio
  • Resume or professional bio
  • Brief introduction highlighting relevant project experience

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