Stage3 Agency - Video/Film Directors Commercial and Documentary Series (Contract/Freelance) LA Area

Film Director is needed in Pasadena, United States.

Client: Stage3 Agency

Location: Pasadena, CA

Contract: Contract

Job Description

Stage3 Agency, a dynamic communication agency based in LA, is seeking Los Angeles-based contract/freelance directors for ongoing project-based work. We are looking for storytellers who can bring a cinematic quality to the screen and who are comfortable transitioning between tight documentary shoots and larger commercial sets. We have a structured pay scale based on crew size, offering $1,500 per day for small crews, $2,250 for mid-size crews, and $3,000+ for full-scale commercial crews. Directors will be engaged on a freelance/project basis, with an immediate opening offering $1,500 per episode and a total flat rate of $6,000 for four episodes.

Requirements

● Develop treatments, shot lists, and visual concepts with the creative team.

● Direct crew, actors, and real-life documentary subjects on set.

● Maintain high visual standards across productions.

● Partner with producers and editors through to the final cut.

● Be reliable, self-directed, and able to meet aggressive deadlines without compromising on quality.

● Must be based in the Los Angeles area.

● A strong director’s reel showcasing visual craft, lighting, and narrative drive.

● Proven experience directing both commercial spots and non-fiction/lifestyle content.

How to Apply

To apply, send us:

• A resume along with a link to your director reel or website.
• 2–3 specific work samples (commercial or documentary).
• Confirmation of your Los Angeles area residency.

Additional Information

Stage3 Agency/MediaWorks is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay: $1,500.00 - $3,000.00 per day.

Work Location: In person.