Videographer & Production Engineer

Videographer & Production EngineerChicago, IL | Full-Time | In-Person$60,000-$72,000 depending on experienceAbout the RoleChicago Podcast Studio is looking for a full-time Videographer & Production Engineer to join our team.This is a hands-on video production role. Most of your time will be spent running podcast and video sessions, working directly with clients, managing cameras, lighting and audio, and making sure each production runs smoothly from start to finish.We’re looking for someone who is technically confident, detail-oriented, good with people and comfortable working independently to serve a wide variety of clients.This is a video-focused role, so audio-only production experience will not be a fit.About Chicago Podcast StudioChicago Podcast Studio has been producing podcasts and studio-based content in Chicago for more than five years.We’re a small, tight-knit team producing more than 1,200 podcast sessions each year, along with a growing amount of other video and studio-based work.Our clients range from large companies and established brands to small businesses, independent creators and individual podcasters. We’ve grown into one of Chicago’s leading podcast production companies by keeping the experience professional, easy and consistent for our clients.What You’ll DoRun podcast and video sessions across our Chicago studiosOperate cameras, lighting, audio and switching equipmentWelcome clients and make sure they have a great experience in the studioOffer helpful production advice around framing, microphone technique, set choice and overall presentationOrganize and transfer footage internally and externallyTroubleshoot technical issues and keep sessions moving smoothlyReset and maintain studio spaces and equipment between sessionsWork on off-site podcast and video shoots throughout ChicagoHelp transport, set up and manage gear for larger productionsOver time, we want this person to grow into someone we can confidently send to an off-site production and trust to handle the technical, creative and client-facing side of the shoot.Experience We’re Looking ForWe are looking for someone who already has a few years of experience in video production.You must already be comfortable with:Operating professional cameras and lensesProfessional lighting equipment and lighting techniquesMicrophones, audio mixers and signal chainsMulti-camera production and live switchingStrong client-facing and hospitality skillsWorking independentlyGeneral production gear and troubleshootingBasic video editingPrevious experience as a videographer, studio engineer, video producer, production specialist, camera operator or freelancer could all be a good fit.Editing experience is helpful, but this is not primarily an editing position.A college degree is not required. We care much more about your actual production experience and the work you’ve done. Hospitality experience is also highly preferred, as this is a customer-facing role.Schedule & BenefitsThis is a full-time, in-person position in Chicago.The schedule will primarily be Monday through Friday, but production schedules vary. Start and end times may shift depending on bookings, and occasional weekend work will be required.Reliable transportation to and from the studio is required.Benefits include:$60,000-$72,000 salary depending on experiencePaid time off401(k) eligibility after 6 monthsAccess to studio spaces for personal projects when availableApplyingPlease include a résumé and examples of your production work. A portfolio, reel, website or individual project links are all welcome.If a project involved a larger team, tell us what you personally handled.If you’ve made it this far and the role genuinely resonates with you, we also encourage you to connect with us in more ways than one so your application doesn’t get lost in the crowd. Send a short note introducing yourself, tell us why this particular role stood out to you and why you think you’d be a great fit.