Creative Producer

Job Description - Video Producer

About NxtWave

NxtWave was founded by Rahul Attuluri (ex-Amazon, IIIT Hyderabad), Sashank Reddy (IIT Bombay), and Anupam Pedarla (IIT Kharagpur). In February 2023, NxtWave raised ₹275 crore, led by Greater Pacific Capital, a leading international private equity firm. The startup is also backed by Orios Ventures, Better Capital, and marquee angels, including the founders of some of India's unicorns.

NxtWave is one of India's fastest-growing Ed-Tech startups, revolutionising the 21st-century job market by transforming youth into highly skilled tech professionals irrespective of their educational background with its CCBP 4.0 programs.

As an official partner for NSDC under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Government of India, and recognised by NASSCOM, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, and Startup India, NxtWave has earned a reputation for excellence. The startup has received accolades such as The Greatest Brand in Education in a research-based listing by URS Media, a leading international media house. NxtWave has also been honoured with the Startup Spotlight Award 2023 by T-Hub on its 8th Foundation Day.

Recently, NxtWave's founders, Anupam Pedarla and Sashank Gujjula, were honoured in the 2024 Forbes India 30 Under 30 for their exceptional contribution to transforming the tech education landscape in India.

The edtech brand eliminates the entry barrier to learning tech skills by offering vernacular content and interactive learning. Learning in one's mother tongue helps achieve higher comprehension, deeper attention, longer retention, and greater outcomes.

Presently, NxtWave has paid subscribers from 647+ districts across India. In just 2.5 years, CCBP 4.0 learners have been hired by 2000+companies, including Google, Amazon, Nvidia, Goldman Sachs, Oracle, Deloitte, and more.

Know more about NxtWave: https://www.ccbp.in

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• Next wave of opportunities with 1700+ companies: Link
• 33M funding news: Link
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• Impact Stories on LinkedIn: Link

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Location: Hyderabad

Type: Full-Time

Work Style: Field-based | Frequent Travel

About the Role

We are looking for a highly organized and creative Video Producer who can independently manage video projects from ideation to final delivery. This role requires someone who can balance creative storytelling with production execution, ensuring high-quality content is delivered on time and aligned with brand objectives.

As a Video Producer, you will be responsible for planning shoots, directing on-ground productions, coordinating with cinematographers and editors, and ensuring smooth execution across multiple locations. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to create engaging content across various formats, including campus stories, testimonials, documentaries, podcasts, events, and branded content.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Execution

• Own the end-to-end production process from pre-production to final delivery.
• Develop production plans, shoot schedules, call sheets, and logistics for video projects.
• Coordinate locations, talent, permissions, equipment, and travel requirements.
• Ensure projects are delivered within timelines while maintaining quality standards.

Direction & Storytelling

• Translate content briefs into compelling visual narratives.
• Direct on-ground shoots and guide talent, students, faculty, and interviewees during filming.
• Ensure footage aligns with creative objectives, brand guidelines, and storytelling requirements.
• Capture authentic and engaging content across different formats and environments.

Shoot Management

• Lead and coordinate field shoots across campuses, events, and external locations.
• Work closely with cinematographers to achieve the desired visual quality.
• Troubleshoot production challenges on-site and make quick decisions to ensure smooth execution.
• Maintain consistency in production quality across all projects.

Post-Production Coordination

• Collaborate with editors to ensure the final output matches the creative vision.
• Review edits and provide actionable feedback throughout the post-production process.
• Ensure timely approvals and stakeholder alignment before final delivery.
• Maintain quality control across video, audio, graphics, and storytelling.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with Marketing, Brand, Content, Design, and Operations teams to understand project objectives.
• Manage communication with stakeholders throughout the production lifecycle.
• Gather requirements, align expectations, and incorporate feedback effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Film Production, Media Studies, Mass Communication, or a related field (preferred).
• 3–5 years of experience in video production, direction, content creation, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of production workflows, shoot planning, and storytelling techniques.
• Experience managing on-ground shoots and coordinating with creative teams.
• Familiarity with cinematography, lighting, audio, and video production equipment.
• Basic understanding of video editing workflows and post-production processes.
• Excellent project management, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under tight deadlines.
• Comfortable with frequent travel and field-based work.

Preferred Skills

• Experience producing documentary-style, educational, testimonial, podcast, or branded content.
• Strong visual storytelling and content ideation abilities.
• Familiarity with Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, or similar creative tools.
• Experience working in fast-paced startup, education, media, or content-driven environments.

What Success Looks Like

• Consistently delivers high-quality video projects on time.
• Executes smooth and efficient shoots across locations.
• Maintains strong collaboration with stakeholders and creative teams.
• Produces engaging content that strengthens brand perception and audience engagement.
• Takes ownership of projects and proactively solves production challenges.