Our Camera Operator x Editor will play a key role in creating and delivering engaging and inspiring video content across a range of channels. You live, eat, sleep and dream in video. You are a maker who works to elevate our client's brands by capturing high-quality content and editing inspired brand stories.
You have a well-developed sense of visual storytelling, are comfortable wrangling teams, talent and tech. You have a finger on the pulse of the latest trends and techniques for creating high-impact video. You are always looking for an elegant and nimble solution. You shoot with the human story in mind.
Core Responsibilities
You have a well-developed sense of visual storytelling, are comfortable wrangling teams, talent and tech. You have a finger on the pulse of the latest trends and techniques for creating high-impact video. You are always looking for an elegant and nimble solution. You shoot with the human story in mind.
Core Responsibilities
- Partner with creative and production teams in developing video assets
- Responsible for capturing and editing video content for client and internal needs per specifications of the project
- Bring ideas to life while working within the construct of the creative brief to deliver brand ideas on time and on budget
- Comfortable working within a range of budgets from backyard theater to broadway productions
- Partner with Studio Manager to align on budget parameters: production gear, locations, talent, wardrobe, props, timing and any third party partners
- Provide creative input on initial scripts throughout the production process
- Work closely with producers and creative teams during the review and approval process
- Address all agency and/or client edit changes with quality output and schedule in mind
- Archive all footage at the conclusion of each job per the internal process.
- Maintains all equipment used
- Owns any other duties/responsibilities assigned by supervisor
- 3-5 years of experience working in creative environments (agencies, production, fashion, etc.)
- Must work in the Chicago office at least three days a week, Tuesday through Thursday, and able to travel as needed
- Proficiency with video cameras, basic lighting and audio equipment
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere, After Effects and Photoshop
- Motion Design skills a plus but not required
- Candidate must have excellent organizational skills, be detail oriented, able to multitask, and be a self-starter
- Readiness to jump in and do what it takes to create high quality content
- Cool and calm under pressure, comfortable managing to tight timelines, and diplomatic with a problem-solving attitude during stressful situations
- Know when it's necessary to respond quickly and comfortable pivoting as needed
- Strong communication skills – provides frequent updates, knows when to ask questions, etc.
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing -
Industries
Technology, Information and Internet
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