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VP, Production, Studios

New York, NY ยท On-site

$175K - $190K/yr

From acclaimed documentaries and original series to innovative partnerships and emerging platforms ... Collaborate closely with executive producers, showrunners, directors, editorial leaders, and studio ...

From acclaimed documentaries and original series to innovative partnerships and emerging platforms ... Collaborate closely with executive producers, showrunners, directors, editorial leaders, and studio ...

... documentary storytelling -- driving innovation and excellence in how we connect with audiences ... Direct visual planning, including coordination across photo, video, graphics and other interactive ...

... documentary storytelling -- driving innovation and excellence in how we connect with audiences ... Direct visual planning, including coordination across photo, video, graphics and other interactive ...

The Role We are seeking a Director of Photography who turns inspiration into execution. Someone who ... documentary, digital campaigns, experiential installations, and short-form social media.

The Director, Market Development is a leadership role reporting directly to the Vice President of ... short documentary about how we got our start. * An attractive salary and benefits package. * A ...

The Director, Market Development is a leadership role reporting directly to the Vice President of ... short documentary about how we got our start. * An attractive salary and benefits package. * A ...

... documentary, commercial, and narrative projects. This role is focused on the backend systems ... Self-directed, dependable, process-oriented, and highly organized Relevant creative industry, media ...

To produce, direct, edit, and present scripted and documentary style stories and content and support live production through media and technology Purpose: To communicate narratives & events that ...

The Director, Market Development is a leadership role reporting directly to the Vice President of ... short documentary about how we got our start. * An attractive salary and benefits package. * A ...

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How much do documentary director jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for documentary director in the United States is $78,672.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $101,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Documentary Director do?

A Documentary Director is responsible for overseeing the creative and technical aspects of making a documentary film. They develop the concept, plan the narrative structure, conduct interviews, and guide the crew during filming to capture real-life stories and events. The director works closely with editors in post-production to shape the footage into a compelling and truthful narrative. Their goal is to inform, educate, or inspire audiences by presenting factual content in an engaging way.

What is the difference between Documentary Director vs Film Director?

AspectDocumentary DirectorFilm Director
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in film, journalism, or related fields; experience in documentary productionSimilar educational background; often with experience in narrative or feature films
Work EnvironmentWorks on real-life subjects, often in field settings or studiosWorks on scripted or fictional projects, often in studio or set environments
Industry UsageCommon in documentary filmmaking, educational, and non-profit sectorsPrevalent in commercial, entertainment, and narrative film industries

While both roles require strong storytelling skills and similar educational backgrounds, a Documentary Director focuses on real-life subjects and factual storytelling, often working in field environments. In contrast, a Film Director typically works on scripted, fictional projects in studio settings. Both roles demand creativity, leadership, and technical knowledge, but their content and work settings differ significantly.

What are some common challenges faced by Documentary Directors during the production process?

Documentary Directors often encounter challenges such as securing access to subjects, balancing creative vision with factual accuracy, and adapting to unpredictable real-life events. Coordinating schedules with participants and crew, managing limited budgets, and ensuring ethical storytelling are also common hurdles. Collaboration with editors, producers, and cinematographers is key to navigating these challenges and delivering a compelling final product.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Documentary Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Documentary Director, you need a solid understanding of storytelling, visual composition, and film production, typically supported by a background in film, media studies, or related experience. Familiarity with editing software (such as Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro), camera equipment, and sound recording tools is essential. Strong communication, leadership, and adaptability are critical soft skills for managing crews, interviewing subjects, and navigating unpredictable filming environments. These skills and qualities are vital for creating compelling, authentic documentaries that engage audiences and effectively convey real-world stories.
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Infographic showing various Documentary Director job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 83% In-person, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,672 per year, or $37.8 per hour.
Healthcare Fraud Auditor (HCF)

Healthcare Fraud Auditor (HCF)

Cameo Consulting Group, LLC

Newark, NJ โ€ข On-site

$60K - $85K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

The Auditor:

Performs a variety of ancillary audit-related services in direct support of litigation. Support activities include one or more of the following:

- Provides general auditing and accounting services in support of fraud investigations involving potentially complex financial transactions and complex organizations attempting to evade detection.

- Assists with the planning of investigations, including performing quantitative and qualitative analyses to identify potential witnesses and relevant documents, to include financial documents.

- Works with the assigned AUSAs and/or supervisory attorneys, determines applicable administrative statutory and regulatory law, and identifies possible violations or causes of action.

- Reviews all applicable laws and evidence, providing insights to assist in affixing legal responsibility for litigation while allowing final decisions on investigations and evidence presentation methods to be made by the appropriate authorities

- Reviews and advises on effective methods for planning, scheduling, and conducting investigations, and identifies any necessary resources
- Analyzes, organizes, and presents a large volume of data such as bank records, financial records, healthcare claims, tax records, correspondence, policies, other documentary evidence, etc., using common software programs.

-Initiates contacts with federal, state, and local officials, and other organizations and individuals related to the subject of investigation, for the purpose of gathering facts, obtaining statements, learning sequences of events, obtaining explanations, and otherwise advancing investigative objectives. Examines books, ledgers, payrolls, cost reports, billing statements, invoices, correspondence, computer data, and other records pertaining to the transactions, events, or allegations under investigation. Establishes and/or verifies relationships among all facts and evidence obtained or presented to confirm authenticity of documents, corroborate witness statements, and otherwise build proof necessary for successful litigation.

- Meets with the ACE Coordinator and designated federal agency personnel, state and local officials as needed throughout investigations.

-Utilizes electronic databases to identify assets, documents, and other physical evidence.ย 

-Arranges for secure storage, preservation, organization and indexing of voluminous documentary evidence, including electronic storage.

- Identifies the need for service of subpoenas and presents to AUSA for approval.

-Reviews, analyzes, and summarizes documents.

- Analyzes an individual or corporation's ability to pay monetary penalties based on financial disclosures and independent investigation of assets and liabilities.

-Prepares interim and final reports on progress of investigations for use by AUSAs and supervisory attorneys. Includes significant findings and conclusions, recommendations for additional investigative actions, and candid assessments of strengths and weaknesses of witnesses, documentary evidence, or other aspects of case.

-Assists in compilation of documents, data, and physical evidence, and creation of charts, graphs, summaries, videotapes, and other audio-visual materials for use by AUSAs in presentations, motions, or at trial. Provides advice to AUSA on selection of witnesses. Testifies in court regarding audits, as required.

-Provides specialized investigative analysis relevant to Healthcare and Government Fraud matters. Identifies sources of information and multiple variables. Prepares interim and final comprehensive reports on progress of investigations for use by AUSAs, supervisory AUSAs and the investigative team. Includes significant findings and conclusions, recommendations for additional audit actions, and candid assessments of strengths and weaknesses of witnesses, documentary evidence, or other aspects of the case.

- Discusses cases with AUSAs and recommends further courses of action such as closing of the case, further investigation, and institution of civil proceedings.

o Performs quantitative, qualitative, statistical, or other analysis of relevant facts to support the litigative mission of the USAO.

o Analyzes Medicare Part A, Part B, and Part D databases and Medicaid claims databases. Designs data techniques for fraud detection with Medicare/Medicaid and other databases. Develops data techniques to demonstrate and prove fraud in health care fraud cases.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME