OPEN POSITIONS

Nextomic is a start-up at the intersection of entertainment and technology. We produce, market, and monetize high end visual content for an international audience.

OUR OFFICES

Budapest, Hungary  /  Los Angeles, United States

ART DIRECTOR / CREATIVE DIRECTOR

We are a dynamic and innovative media/video production startup committed to pushing creative boundaries and delivering impactful visual content. 

As the Art Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the visual identity of our company across all platforms. You will be our one-person creative powerhouse, responsible for all aspects of design. Additionally, you will play a key role in sourcing and managing external creative talent, such as graphic designers and illustrators, to support our projects. This role is especially suited for someone with a background in the world of entertainment and Youtube.

Responsibilities:

  1. Visual Brand Strategy: Develop and implement a cohesive visual brand strategy that aligns with our company’s goals and values.
  2. Design Leadership: Lead the design process from concept to execution, ensuring all visual assets maintain brand consistency and quality standards.
  3. Creative Direction: Provide clear and constructive feedback to external designers and freelancers, guiding them to deliver work that meets project objectives and brand guidelines.
  4. Editorial Design: Utilize your expertise in editorial design to create engaging layouts for digital and print media, including magazine, newsletters, and promotional materials.
  5. Motion Graphics: Oversee motion graphics and animations for video content, social media campaigns, and other digital platforms.
  6. Talent Sourcing: Identify and collaborate with external graphic designers, illustrators, or other creatives to fulfill project needs.
  7. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, content, and production, to brainstorm ideas, develop concepts, and execute projects.

Qualifications:

  1. Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in graphic design and art direction, with a strong portfolio showcasing your work across various mediums.
  2. Autonomous: Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects from start to finish, while also managing external creatives.
  3. Expertise: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant design software.
  4. Creativity: A creative mindset with the ability to generate innovative ideas and concepts.
  5. Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external partners.
  6. Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to evolving priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced startup environment.
  7. Resourcefulness: Proven ability to source and manage external creative talent to support project needs.
  8. Passion: A passion for storytelling and visual communication, with a desire to make a meaningful impact through your work.

If you are a motivated and creative individual with a passion for visual storytelling, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume, portfolio, and a brief cover letter outlining why you are the perfect fit for this role.

ON-CAMERA HOST / CONTENT CREATOR

Are you a passionate, creative, and dynamic individual with a flair for storytelling? We’re seeking an On-Camera Host / Content Creator to join our team, producing exciting, engaging, and viral-worthy content for TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram reels. This role will take you on a thrilling journey around the world, working with social media models, influencers, and photographers in diverse cultures and destinations.

Responsibilities:

  • Content Creation: Be the driving force in creating captivating content for our social media platforms. Conceptualize and produce original videos that showcase the personalities of social media models and influencers.
  • On-Camera Hosting: Bring out the best in people from various cultures, making them feel comfortable and engaged on camera. As the face of our brand, you’ll be responsible for presenting content in a natural, relatable, and enthusiastic manner.
  • Social Media Trendspotting: Stay ahead of the game by monitoring social media trends and pop culture. Utilize your knowledge to create relevant and shareable content that resonates with our target audience.
  • Viral Content Creation: Be proactive and quick-thinking in your approach to create content that has the potential to go viral. Experiment with new ideas, formats, and storytelling techniques to keep our content fresh and exciting.
  • Collaboration and Independence: Collaborate effectively with our in-house creative and production staff while also having the ability to work independently. Take ownership of projects from concept to execution, ensuring high-quality output.
  • Love for Travel: Embrace the opportunity to travel frequently to different destinations worldwide. Capture the essence of each location and create content that inspires wanderlust and connects with viewers on a global scale.

Qualifications:

  • Proven Experience: Demonstrated experience as an on-camera host, content creator, or influencer with a successful track record of engaging content on TikTok, YouTube, or Instagram reels.
  • Excellent Communication Skills: Strong verbal communication and storytelling abilities are essential to connect with diverse personalities and audiences worldwide.
  • Social Media Savvy: In-depth knowledge of social media platforms, trends, algorithms, and best practices.
  • Creative Vision: Ability to envision and execute unique, compelling, and innovative content ideas that stand out in a saturated digital landscape.
  • Passion for People and Cultures: Genuine enthusiasm for meeting and engaging with people from various cultural backgrounds, showcasing their stories, and celebrating diversity.
  • Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with video editing tools and equipment to ensure the delivery of polished and professional content.
  • Adaptability: Thrive in a fast-paced environment, able to adapt quickly to changing trends, locations, and scenarios.
  • Travel Enthusiast: Embrace travel opportunities with excitement, curiosity, and a willingness to immerse yourself in new experiences.

Please provide a demo reel with examples of on-camera work with your application. Depending on the candidate’s qualifications this role may be full-time salaried position, contract, or freelance. 

VISUAL EDITOR / POST-PRODUCER

Nextomic is searching for a Budapest based Visual Editor / Post-Producer. This role requires experience managing processes for both photo and video post-production, and a good fit would be a content creator / photographer / videographer with a wide range of knowledge in these areas.

You will be responsible to manage the entire post production process, from ingesting media, preparing photos and videos for our editing partners, evaluating completed work, making adjustments when necessary, backing up media, and providing final media to our various channels and partners. You should be experienced with photography and video capture, have a deep understanding of color, and have the style, taste, and “eye” of an art director. A background and interest in fashion photography is very helpful to this role. 

You must have experience with Adobe Photoshop, DaVinci Resolve, and be expert in the Mac OSX platform. Additional knowledge of NAS systems, Dropbox, and Capture One is helpful.

Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate with editors to deliver content on schedule.
  • Work closely with photographers and videographers for content deliverables.
  • Work closely with video colorists to deliver perfect and consistent final deliveries for web and broadcast television.
  • Track and maintain photo and video production / post production workflow schedule.
  • Ingest images from photoshoots using Adobe Bridge and Capture One Pro.
  • Ingest and prepare video files in DaVinci Resolve.
  • Be responsible for back up and archiving of all content.

Qualifications

  • 3 years minimum in RAW photo capture.
  • 3 years minimum in video capture.
  • Experience as a retoucher and video editor.
  • Expert level in Adobe Photoshop and DaVinci Resolve software and the OSX operating system.
  • Highly organized.
  • Work efficiently.
  • Comfortable in a fast paced environment.
  • Excellent English.
FEATURES WRITER

We are looking for a writer to produce engaging content for our entertainment lifestyle publications, both in print and online. The ideal candidate will be a skilled writer and proactive journalist who can identify captivating stories that resonate with readers. The primary focus will be on social media personalities, creators, influencers, and celebrities.

This role requires proficiency in conducting insightful interviews to uncover compelling narratives. We seek someone who can connect with individuals effectively to extract the best stories for our audience.

Responsibilities

  • Pitch and create best-in-class blended content that drives reach and engagement of our target audiences.
  • Meet deadlines consistently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Continuously refine interviewing techniques to elicit the most engaging and authentic stories from interviewees.

Requirements

  • Native or Fluent English.
  • Proven experience as a journalist, writer, or content creator with a portfolio of published work demonstrating strong storytelling ability.
  • Exceptional interviewing skills with the ability to uncover and convey compelling stories from diverse individuals, particularly in the realm of social media and entertainment.
  • Strong writing skills with a keen understanding of tone, style, and voice tailored for an entertainment lifestyle audience.
  • Familiarity with social media platforms, influencers, and trends within the digital entertainment landscape.
  • Ability to work independently and proactively, demonstrating initiative in generating content ideas and pursuing interview opportunities.
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and fact-checking in all written materials.
  • Excellent time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English, or a related field (preferred but not mandatory depending on experience).
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with interviewees and collaborators.
COPYWRITER

We’re a startup media production company collaborating with brands and influencers to create engaging content for YouTube and social media. Currently, we’re on the lookout for a remote, project-based Copywriter to join our team. We need a long-term collaborator to help us shape and maintain our brand voice. Our ideal candidate should be able to adapt their tone of voice seamlessly, ranging from young, fun, and wild when communicating with our audience, to more calm and professional when interacting with brand partners and internal stakeholders. 

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with our creative team to develop engaging copy that reflects our brand’s personality.
  • Write entertaining and relatable content tailored to different audiences, prioritizing authentic communication over SEO tactics.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and audience preferences to keep our content fresh.
  • Work closely with our creative team to ensure seamless integration of written and visual elements.

Qualifications

  • Proven track record of exceptional writing skills, demonstrated through a portfolio of writing samples showcasing a range of styles and tones.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within a remote team environment.
  • Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines.
  • Flexibility and adaptability to evolve with the dynamic needs of a startup environment.
CONCEPT ARTIST / THUMBNAIL DESIGNER

We are seeking a talented graphic designer with excellent Photoshop and AI image generation skills, and a deep understanding of Youtube.

You will be responsible to develop and sketch concepts for thumbnails from video ideas, and produce final thumbnails that are compelling, eye-catching and effectively communicate the essence of a video and entice viewers to click. This role requires a blend of artistic talent, technical skills, and excellent story comprehension.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Creates high-quality thumbnail concepts in the form of sketches. This includes sketching people, things, and environments based on story concepts.
  • Design visually appealing and click-worthy thumbnails, ensuring each thumbnail aligns with the video’s theme and message.
  • Analyze titles, descriptions, and video content to understand the key message, emotions, and story arc. Translate this understanding into a single, compelling image that encapsulates the video’s essence.
  • Use your creativity to design thumbnails that spark curiosity and engage our target audience, driving higher click-through rates (CTR) and viewer retention.
  • Work closely with video editors, content creators, and marketing teams to ensure thumbnails align with the overall brand aesthetic and marketing strategies.
  • Stay updated on the latest YouTube trends, thumbnail styles, and best practices to continuously improve and innovate our thumbnail designs.
  • Participate in A/B testing of thumbnails to determine the most effective designs and strategies for maximizing viewer engagement.

Qualifications:

  • Proven experience as a graphic designer or illustrator, with a portfolio showcasing your skills in creating compelling visual content including specifically for Youtube.
  • Exceptional ability to understand and interpret story ideas and/or video content to create thumbnails that effectively communicate the story and evoke curiosity.
  • Strong artistic sense with an eye for detail, color, and composition. Ability to think outside the box and come up with innovative designs.
  • Proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or similar tools.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate effectively with team members and present your ideas clearly.
    Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to changing trends and feedback to continuously improve thumbnail designs.
  • Fluent English.
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