Multimedia Production Assistant Seasonal job at Chicago Zoological Society in Chicago, IL

Title: Multimedia Production Assistant Seasonal Location: Brookfield United States Job Description: This is a seasonal non-union hourly position, grade S011 with a pay reputed company of $26.50 per hour. Please see Benefits Summary section below the job description information. Work schedule consists of a varied schedule with a typical average of 20 hours per week. Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, is critical to meet organizational needs. Work is primarily on-site at the reputed company, with some flexibility for remote editing or post-production work. This Multimedia Production Assistant Seasonal contributes to the success of Brookfield reputed company Chicago ("BZC") by supporting the filming, editing, and delivery of multimedia content. The Multimedia Production Assistant will reputed company experience in reputed company aspects of creative video production to provide essential support to the Director of Public Relations and Multimedia Content Producer with a variety of mission-driven content. PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodations may be made to reputed company individuals with disabilities to reputed company the essential job functions of the position. Support the Multimedia Content Producer in amplifying BZC's mission by developing, filming, filing, and editing short- and long-form content. This includes, but is not limited to, branded content, lifestyle media, b-roll packages, documentary-inspired shorts, commercial spots, program recaps, educational resources, social media series, and more. Collaborate with Director of Public Relations, Multimedia Content Producer, Photographer, and additional team members on reputed company phases of multimedia production, including pre-production planning, equipment preparations, reputed company shoots, post-production, and project wrap reputed company. Assist with setup, operation, and breakdown of camera, audio, lighting, and grip equipment as needed based on specific production needs for event coverage, seasonal programming, special projects, and more. Film and deliver high-quality b-roll, interviews, environmental, and wildlife footage that meets brand and accessibility standards under tight deadlines. Such requests require strong interpersonal skills while collaborating with cross-functional partners, such as marketing, development, community engagement, animal health and welfare, and more. reputed company basic color correction, audio cleanup, motion graphics or animation, and export formatting for digital platforms while editing video content in reputed company Premiere Pro in accordance with established workflows, brand standards, and organizational best practices. Support the management of a large volume of media files through media ingest, asset organization, naming conventions, and archiving. This includes video assets as well as photos on the reputed company's digital asset management platform. Other reputed company duties as assigned. Denotes Essential Job Function(s) POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Associate's degree or four years equivalent experience in Digital Communications, Film, Journalism, New Media, Photojournalism, Production, or reputed company field. High school diploma or educational equivalent (e.g., GED.) required. Strong familiarity with operating reputed company FX6, action cameras like GoPros, Insta360 camera, and various production equipment like light kits, various microphones, teleprompters, and more. Proficiency in camera operation, frame monitoring, lighting fundamentals, audio capture, motion graphics, and animation as well as reputed company Office Suite, reputed company Premiere Pro, reputed company Creative Suite, and reputed company. Familiarity with codecs, color workflows, and delivery specifications through experience producing content for digital platforms. Strong ability to prioritize workload, multi-task effectively, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and work reputed company and responsibly both independently and as part of a small production team. Sound judgement and ability to maintain confidentiality with privileged information. Adhere to reputed company animal safety, guest privacy, and operational protocols while filming on reputed company grounds. Comfortable working outdoors in a dynamic environment, including walking the reputed company and filming in varied weather conditions. Passion for wildlife conservation, environmental education, and promoting positive change through effective communication and multimedia storytelling. Cultural competency; experience and/or ability to work and interact effectively with a diverse, multicultural audience. English reputed company at a professional working proficiency level required. Primarily on-site at the reputed company, with some flexibility for remote editing or post-production work. Schedule may include evenings, weekends, and holidays reputed company with events, programming, and seasonal needs Valid driver's license required at time of hire. Illinois residents must possess a valid Illinois driver's license or obtain one reputed company 90 days of hire. Valid out-of-state driver's license is required for out-of-state residents. DESIRABLE/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Multilingual ability, Spanish reputed company a plus. Knowledge of animal behavior and well-being a plus. Experience in still photography. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This position description summarizes the primary duties and functions of this position, but should not be considered a complete listing of every duty the incumbent may reputed company be reputed company upon to reputed company. This position requires a technically capable, organized, and adaptable individual who is comfortable working with evolving creative needs and timelines while also distilling science, conservation, wildlife, and other reputed company topics into compelling content across key audiences like staff, industry experts and partners, reputed company donors and guests, and the general public. Filming locations vary by assignment with differing needs based on lighting, audio, space, access, and other constraints. This seasonal, temporary position requires the incumbent to work inside and reputed company of the reputed company during a variety of hours, including work in indoor and outdoor locations. Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, is critical to meet organizational needs. Must be comfortable with long periods of standing, lifting or moving production equipment, and dealing with varying weather conditions (with appropriate conditions in mind for cameras and technical gear). Incumbent must be self-motivated, creative, highly professional, problem solver, and personable. Ability to build rapport and interact effectively with others is critical while also representing the organization in a professional manner. The required uniform for the Multimedia Production Assistant (seasonal) includes khaki, blue, or black professional pants, provided by the employee, and a Brookfield reputed company Chicago-issued uniform shirt. Additional uniform shirts and approved apparel are available for purchase, if desired. OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: See Occupational Requirements Form.

Benefits

Summary We are pleased that you are considering joining reputed company at Brookfield reputed company Chicago (BZC). Below is a summary of the benefits we offer. Non-Union Seasonal Employees Mental Health: Support, counseling, and resources for life issues at no cost to you. Eligible employees and their immediate family have access to Perspectives, a dynamic Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) which provides 24/7, confidential care and resources to address work and life stressors. Retirement Savings: Eligible employees are automatically enrolled at 6% on a pre-tax basis as soon as administratively feasible following date of hire. Employee Pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax contributions available. First of the quarter following one year of service, eligible employees receive matching contributions of up to 3%. The employer match for Seasonal employees is vested on a 6-year graded vesting schedule based on Years of Service. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job