Job Description
Vandelay Hospitality Group is a leader in crafting iconic, enduring hospitality experiences. With a decade of growth across brands and markets, we are known for concept driven dining that celebrates the soul of American culture. Our commitment to quality, authenticity, and a refined sense of place drives everything we do.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a Creative Director of Photography & Video to lead the visual storytelling across Vandelay’s dynamic portfolio of hospitality brands. This is a hands-on creative leadership role for a visual storyteller who can both produce a high volume of content personally and scale production through external collaborators when needed.
Equal parts visual director and hands-on maker, this role is responsible for capturing, crafting, and elevating the visual language of each concept by ensuring content feels authentic, culturally relevant, and aligned with each brand’s ethos. With a strong focus on social-first content, they will capture photography and video that creates a compelling narrative, resonates both locally and nationally, and sets Vandelay ahead in a competitive lifestyle and F&B landscape.
Core Responsibilities
Hands-On Content Creation
Personally produce a high volume of original photo and video content (short-form video, still photography, social assets) for use across Instagram, TikTok, and emerging platforms
Capture food, beverage, interiors, guest experience, lifestyle moments, and behind-the-scenes storytelling with a refined, brand-appropriate aesthetic
Edit and deliver platform-optimized content with speed, consistency, and attention to detail
Creative Direction & Visual Storytelling
Translate brand positioning and ethos into compelling visual narratives that resonate emotionally and culturally
Partner with marketing, operations, culinary, and design teams to ensure visuals align with broader brand initiatives
Take an active role in the development of the social editorial calendar, balancing brand consistency with trend responsiveness
Social-First Strategy & Trend Fluency
Maintain a strong working knowledge of social media platforms, formats, and trends, with a particular focus on short-form video
Create content that feels native to each platform while maintaining brand integrity
Anticipate shifts in visual trends, storytelling styles, and audience behavior to keep Vandelay culturally relevant
Scaled Production & Vendor Management
Identify when projects require expanded production and source, brief, and manage external photographers, videographers, talent, and crews
Ensure any externally produced work meets Vandelay’s creative standards and brand expectations
Campaign & Launch Support
Support new restaurant openings, seasonal launches, and brand campaigns with visually compelling content
Balance fast-turn, day-to-day social content with higher-concept creative moments
Set KPIs, track performance, and leverage analytics to optimize content, inform strategy, and grow platform impact
Requirements
5–8+ years of experience in photography, video production, or creative direction, ideally within high-end hospitality, lifestyle, fashion, or consumer brands
A strong portfolio demonstrating hands-on photography and video creation, especially social-first and short-form content
Proven ability to both execute independently and direct others
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills across creative and operational teams
Understanding of content creation, paid/organic strategy, community management, and platform nuances
Ability to thrive in a high energy, in person work environment (Monday through Friday with flexibility for evenings/weekends)
Perks
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits available
Generous Paid Time Off
Career advancement in a rapidly growing hospitality brand
Opportunity to shape a nationally admired digital presence
Exclusive dining privileges across all Vandelay Hospitality Group concepts
Are you interested in this opportunity?
Apply online at the Vandelay Hospitality Group website or LinkedIn, or submit your resume and portfolio to hr@vhghp.com
Vandelay Hospitality Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other federal/state protected category.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a Creative Director of Photography & Video to lead the visual storytelling across Vandelay’s dynamic portfolio of hospitality brands. This is a hands-on creative leadership role for a visual storyteller who can both produce a high volume of content personally and scale production through external collaborators when needed.
Equal parts visual director and hands-on maker, this role is responsible for capturing, crafting, and elevating the visual language of each concept by ensuring content feels authentic, culturally relevant, and aligned with each brand’s ethos. With a strong focus on social-first content, they will capture photography and video that creates a compelling narrative, resonates both locally and nationally, and sets Vandelay ahead in a competitive lifestyle and F&B landscape.
Core Responsibilities
Hands-On Content Creation
Personally produce a high volume of original photo and video content (short-form video, still photography, social assets) for use across Instagram, TikTok, and emerging platforms
Capture food, beverage, interiors, guest experience, lifestyle moments, and behind-the-scenes storytelling with a refined, brand-appropriate aesthetic
Edit and deliver platform-optimized content with speed, consistency, and attention to detail
Creative Direction & Visual Storytelling
Translate brand positioning and ethos into compelling visual narratives that resonate emotionally and culturally
Partner with marketing, operations, culinary, and design teams to ensure visuals align with broader brand initiatives
Take an active role in the development of the social editorial calendar, balancing brand consistency with trend responsiveness
Social-First Strategy & Trend Fluency
Maintain a strong working knowledge of social media platforms, formats, and trends, with a particular focus on short-form video
Create content that feels native to each platform while maintaining brand integrity
Anticipate shifts in visual trends, storytelling styles, and audience behavior to keep Vandelay culturally relevant
Scaled Production & Vendor Management
Identify when projects require expanded production and source, brief, and manage external photographers, videographers, talent, and crews
Ensure any externally produced work meets Vandelay’s creative standards and brand expectations
Campaign & Launch Support
Support new restaurant openings, seasonal launches, and brand campaigns with visually compelling content
Balance fast-turn, day-to-day social content with higher-concept creative moments
Set KPIs, track performance, and leverage analytics to optimize content, inform strategy, and grow platform impact
Requirements
5–8+ years of experience in photography, video production, or creative direction, ideally within high-end hospitality, lifestyle, fashion, or consumer brands
A strong portfolio demonstrating hands-on photography and video creation, especially social-first and short-form content
Proven ability to both execute independently and direct others
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills across creative and operational teams
Understanding of content creation, paid/organic strategy, community management, and platform nuances
Ability to thrive in a high energy, in person work environment (Monday through Friday with flexibility for evenings/weekends)
Perks
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits available
Generous Paid Time Off
Career advancement in a rapidly growing hospitality brand
Opportunity to shape a nationally admired digital presence
Exclusive dining privileges across all Vandelay Hospitality Group concepts
Are you interested in this opportunity?
Apply online at the Vandelay Hospitality Group website or LinkedIn, or submit your resume and portfolio to hr@vhghp.com
Vandelay Hospitality Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other federal/state protected category.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Creative Director, Video and Photography position is now open for candidates interested in the Video Editor Jobs sector. This role in Dallas offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Video Editor Jobs is a plus.