Director (Hoboken, NJ and NY Metro Area)

Director (Hoboken, NJ and NY Metro Area) This is a Contracted position in the field of Live Event Staging, Crewing, & Production , located in Hoboken, NJ . The position pays $30.00 — $60.00 per hour . HumanSignal is looking for a Director in the Hoboken area to lead scripted recording sessions involving everyday interactions between people and smart-home voice assistants. You'll guide participants through rehearsals and filming, helping bring natural, believable conversations to life while ensuring each scene meets the project's quality standards.This is a hands‑on, creative role that could be a great fit for actors, improv performers, theater directors, acting coaches, or anyone with a strong instinct for natural conversation and a passion for bringing out the best in people.What you’ll do- Lead script pre-reads, rehearsals, and live recording sessions, helping participants understand their roles, actions, and intended conversational flow.- Coach participants on natural delivery, improvisation, ad‑libbing, back‑channeling, pauses, interruptions, and the subtle conversational beats that make interactions feel authentic.- Monitor dialogue timing, latency, speech overlaps, and turn‑taking between user and assistant personas, identifying deviations and guiding corrections.- Provide clear, constructive feedback in real time, helping participants improve performances across multiple takes.- Balance spontaneous interactions with script requirements, ensuring scenes remain consistent with the intended objectives.- Step in to demonstrate, redirect, or adjust performances when needed to maintain quality and conversational realism.- Work closely with the Scene Coordinator and Tech Ops team to ensure scenes, props, participants, and equipment are ready for filming.- Keep sessions moving efficiently and meet expected daily scene throughput targets without compromising quality.Who you are- You have experience in acting, directing, improv, theater, voice performance, or a similar performance‑focused environment.- You have a strong instinct for natural conversation, including timing, pacing, reactions, and interpersonal dynamics.- You’re comfortable coaching participants, giving actionable feedback, and adapting direction as scenes unfold.- You can identify unnatural dialogue, missed cues, and performance inconsistencies quickly.- You’re organized, collaborative, and comfortable working toward daily production targets.- Experience directing conversational performances, scripted dialogue, or on‑camera talent is a plus.Physical & field requirementsThe following are essential functions of this field‑based role and must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation:- Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.- Carry approximately 20-30 pounds of field equipment between sets.- HumanSignal will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the role.Details- Contract Duration: To be confirmed during the recruitment process- Up to 40 hours per week- $30 to $60 per hour, depending on relevant experience- Occasional evening and weekend availability required- In‑person, studio‑based role in Hoboken, NJ and surrounding areas We have partnered with ProductionHUB to provide you with the most valuable and exclusive job service in the industry. #J-18808-Ljbffr NY 411