Chicago Content Creator — Part-Time / Freelance

Lincoln Park, IL (Hybrid)

$25/hr – $30/hrEntry LevelContract

Posted 3 days ago

Job Summary

Own on-location content creation for social media by shooting and directing client shoots, producing vertical video, lifestyle and promo content, and coordinating with internal teams to bring concepts to life.

  • Own the end-to-end shoot workflow on location
  • Capture high-quality vertical video and stills for social platforms
  • Collaborate with internal marketing to align concepts

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Attending client content days throughout the Chicago area
  • Shooting vertical video for Instagram Reels, TikTok, and social media
  • Capturing high-quality lifestyle, branding, service, product, and behind-the-scenes photos
  • Directing clients so they feel comfortable and confident on camera
  • Following agency shot lists while also identifying additional content opportunities
  • Shooting talking-head videos, trending concepts, B-roll, treatments, office content, and promotional content
  • Making sure footage is well-lit, stable, clean, and visually appealing
  • Uploading and organizing all content after each shoot
  • Communicating with our internal marketing team before and after content days
  • Helping us bring creative concepts to life on location

Requirements

  • Based in or around Chicago
  • Confident working directly with clients
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Comfortable taking direction while also being proactive
  • Creative and aware of current social media trends
  • Strong at shooting vertical video
  • Able to make people feel comfortable in front of the camera
  • Detail-oriented
  • Professional and polished when representing our agency
  • Comfortable traveling locally for shoots

Preferred

  • Having your own tripod, microphone, lighting, stabilizer, or additional content equipment is a plus

Benefits

  • Flexible schedule

Salaries

Posted range

$25/hr – $30/hr

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Chicago Content Creator — Part-Time / Freelance

Ardor Marketing · Lincoln Park, IL · Hybrid