Responsibilities

• Create engaging digital content such as videos and other forms of multimedia.
• Shoot and edit high-quality videos for various projects, including games, training sessions, and other Chicago Union events.
• Conceptualize video features for the Chicago Union digital channels.
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure that the content aligns with the overall goals of the brand.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices in digital content creation.
• Archive and organize all footage and material.
• Must be comfortable on camera
• Must live in or able to reliably commute to Elmhurst/Chicago for all Union games and practices (games are held at Langhorst Field in Elmhurst, practices are held at De La Salle Institute in Chicago)
• Other duties as assigned to support the Creative Department.

Requirements

• Advance software skills required: Adobe Premiere (After Effects is a plus)
• Experience creating social content for platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, TikTok, YouTube, and LinkedIn
• Ability to create fun content with the players
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be self-motivated, detail oriented, and have a sense of accountability
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license
• Must reside in the Chicagoland area and be able to attend all Union home games and weekly practices.
• Ability to commit to November - August
• Currently working towards or have graduated with a degree in Sports Marketing or related field
• Prior experience working in an in-house creative team, creative agency, or related, with knowledge and enthusiasm for professional sports