At Novartis, our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives. We are looking for a Manager to serve as the creative lead and hands-on filmmaker within our Video and Digital Production team in Corporate Marketing. You will drive the development, direction, and execution of cinematic productions that elevate the Novartis brand story on a global scale.
What You'll Do
- Lead end-to-end production of high-impact, cinematic video content—from concept development to final delivery.
- Direct and produce global shoots, ensuring creative vision, technical excellence, and storytelling integrity.
- Serve as principal producer or director for flagship projects, setting the visual tone and narrative style.
- Collaborate with writers, external partners, and internal stakeholders to transform strategic objectives into compelling visual stories.
- Build and maintain a network of elite production talent—focused specifically on boutique production agency that masterfully balance cost and quality.
- Oversee technical operations, including camera systems, lighting, audio, and gear logistics; ensure readiness and reliability for global shoots.
- Manage productions in diverse environments—from remote rural locations to major urban centers—while adapting to cultural and logistical challenges.
- Drive innovation by integrating AI-driven tools and emerging technologies into pre-production and creative workflows.
- Champion cost-effective, high-quality storytelling that strengthens brand reputation and delivers measurable business impact.
What We're Looking For
- Experience shaping visual storytelling with a distinctive creative voice and strong authorship across formats with ability to source & develop compelling stories in a highly regulated industry.
- Skilled in developing narrative concepts from strategy to screen, with strong instincts for pacing, emotion, and audience engagement.
- Extensive experience in either freelance or agency and/or an extensive portfolio of high-end producer / director work in commercial, documentary storytelling, and experience that demonstrates creative prowess.
- Proven experience in leading and managing production crews, creative teams, and external partners through all phases of production.
- Solid experience directing on-camera talent; including executives, employees, and non-actors, with confidence and clarity.
- Strong understanding of cinematography, lighting, and camera language to guide technical teams toward the intended aesthetic.
- Experience with AI filmmaking tools and techniques, incorporating innovations into your workflow at all stages of production.
- Excellent communication skills in English - fluent written and spoken.
Nice to Have
- Relevant academic achievements.
- Other languages.
Technical Stack
- AI filmmaking tools
Team & Environment
You will be a key member of the Video and Digital Production team within Corporate Marketing.
Work Mode
This role is based locally in Basel, Switzerland.
The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
