VIDEOGRAPHER/VIDEO EDITOR – Freelance
Up to 20 hours a week.
We are in need of an additional experienced videographer who should have skills in documentary and news formats. Also, someone willing to work in-house using Adobe Premier to edit their work or others work to the final product. Videography sometimes requires travel within USA. or overnight.
Individuals with previous experience as a cameraperson in TV news or legal videography a plus. Compassion for our clients and the stomach for shooting in hospitals, rehabs and nursing homes a must. Not for the faint of heart but your work means you are helping the injured and making a contribution to improving client’s life.
The ideal candidate must take instruction from the producer, (we will train in our shooting and editing style) and apply that style to our Day in the Life videos from raw footage to completion.. The potential candidate has a sharp visual talent with attention to detail. Organization cannot be stressed enough! Before applying view our website at www.evidencevideo.com
Editing: we do NOT allow remote editing from your home. Editing in our Chicago office you will work under our VP/office manager who shares all responsibility with the owner for approvals, editing and assignments. Be articulate, even tempered, friendly, be able to think on your feet and a quick learner. This is a casual work environment but neat appearance, attitude and teamwork matter.
REQUIREMENTS - WHAT TOU NEED
Bachelor’s Degree with preferred major in film/video, journalism or equivalent
Minimum 3+ years work experience preferably with tv/journalism background but if we see talent in your reel we will consider 2+ years. You must have held solid jobs in the business however.
Ability to light and shoot with minimal setup time & familiarity with a variety of cameras
Video reel of your work if possible
Proficient in Adobe Premier and Photoshop a must. Knowledge of After Effects a plus
A non-compete agreement must be signed
Willing to take a drug test
References from former employers
Foreign languages a plus
COMPENSATION: Our editing studio is on the north side under the supervision of our production VP. – and crews out on a shoot travel together in the company van which leaves from our corporate office in Lincoln Park. We do not have crews travel independently to a job site. Editing $35 per hour. Videography - We offer half day and full day rates based on experience. We are non union.
Please note we ARE NOT considering anyone who lives out of state. You must live in Chicago or a close Chicago suburb within reasonable commuting distance to the city.
63,025 people are employed as videographers in this country, but only 23.9% are women vs 76.1% men. We are an equal opportunity employer and a small, woman owned company all are encouraged to apply.
Evidence Video is staffed by Emmy award winning journalists, writers, producers and talented editors. For consideration please send your resume WITH YOUR EMAIL and phone so we can contact you and provide a direct link to our resume email. No phone calls. Include link to your reel.
Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster - no unsolicited services/offers,
Job Types: Part-time, Freelance
Pay: From $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 20 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
Experience:
- Filming: 3 years (Required)
- Video editing or shooting: 3 years (Required)
Language:
- bi-lingual a plus (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL