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Videographer/Editor (Local/Hybrid or Remote)

Simantel
Full-time
Remote
United States
$45,000 - $67,000 USD yearly
Photography & Videography
Salary Range: $ 45,000. - $67,000. annually
This salary is based on experience and qualifications, in alignment with the level of responsibility assigned. This role offers opportunity for professionals at various career stages to contribute meaningfully and grow within our organization. For a list of our benefits please click here.


This is a Local/Hybrid or full-time Remote position. It’s a Local/Hybrid role if you live in the Central Illinois area, which requires you to be in the Peoria, IL office Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday with the option to work from home Monday and Friday.

Videographer/Editor is a key role in the Motion Media Department and its overall success. Videographers/Editors should have a passion for conceptualizing, a terrific eye for detail and catching action while filming and have excellent storytelling skills with the ability to translate ideas into compelling videos.

As the Videographer/Editor, my objective is:
To shoot video footage and edit high-quality, visually appealing content for various audiences and purposes, such as marketing campaigns, social media platforms, tutorials and corporate presentations. I’m also proficient with camera equipment and editing software, a great communicator, can take constructive criticism and can collaborate effectively with team members.

The outcomes I need to produce for the clients are:
  • Maintaining complete client confidence in my ability to deliver video that helps them achieve their goals
  • Providing consultive value to clients on how best to capture and tell the story they need to convey
  • To produce visually appealing and engaging videos that capture and retain viewers’ attention and communicate a clear message to achieve client marketing goals
  • Deliver final video deliverables on time and within budget

The outcomes I need to produce for the agency are:
  • be regarded as an expert in shooting, editing and storytelling to the rest of the agency
  • Create successful work that inspires my teammates and clients
  • Be a positive team player

To produce these outcomes, I need to:
  • Shoot video footage using professional-grade cameras and equipment, ensuring high-quality visuals and audio
  • Have the technical acumen to operate, configure and set up professional-grade camera, video, audio, lighting or other production equipment
  • Edit video and image content using editing software, adding music tracks, transitions, graphics, and special effects including techniques, like color correction, audio mixing and output options to enhance the overall visual appeal of the video
  • Ensure all videos are optimized for different platforms and formats, like websites, social media, television
  • Effectively log and back up footage while on shoots, to ensure files have been properly stored for archival process
  • Partner with internal and external team members to bring creative ideas to life and ensure each project aligns with agency quality standards them successful from start to finish
  • Maintain organization of project files, footage and all assets that pertain to a project, from ideation to completion
  • Understand video production from concept to delivery, project workflow, file organization and archiving
  • Be open to helpful suggestions and critiques from team members, supervisors and clients
  • Easily adjust to changes in project scope or unexpected challenges during shooting or editing; ability to troubleshoot any technical issues and keep the production process running smoothly
  • Effectively manage and execute multiple projects at once
  • Stay up to date with the latest video/camera equipment and editing software trends.

The skills and abilities I require are:
  • Bachelor of Arts in video production/media, communications or related fields (or equivalent experience)
  • 3+ years of progressive experience in video content creation and editing in a professional setting (studio, agency, freelance)
  • Proficient with professional cameras, lighting and sound equipment
  • Skilled in video editing software like Adobe Premier or related software; experience with motion graphics/animation a big plus
  • Capability to craft compelling narratives that align with client or agency marketing goals
  • Organized and detail-orientated with strong composition and spelling skills
  • Adaptable to team collaboration as well as working independently

To produce these outcomes, I have decision-making authority over the following:
  • Creative execution and technical aspects of video production
  • How to communicate effectively: face-to-face, email, Teams/Zoom, phone
  • Daily schedule aligned to agency and project deadlines
  • Job and career development

Leading indicators of my success are:
  • Be an authority on video production at the agency and stay up to date with the latest video technologies, including video/camera equipment, editing software/techniques and evolving video solutions
  • Consistent use of creative and technical expertise to craft videos that are not just aesthetically pleasing but also purposeful, persuasive and aligned with client and agency initiatives
  • Meet agency and client deadlines; Effective at time management
  • Internal team and client satisfaction; successful at team building

Long-term indicators of my success are:
  • Improvement in workflow efficiency, showing an ability to manage and complete projects faster without sacrificing quality
  • Increased quality and diversity of work, reflecting growth in skill and creativity
  • High levels of agency and client satisfaction, indicating work meets or exceeds expectations
  • Growth in agency and client knowledge
  • Building strong relationships with internal and external team members
  • Reliable, key contributor to project’s success

Must include reel to be considered.
Qualified candidates will be required to complete an editing test to assess their skills. 

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Simantel offers an attractive compensation package, which includes competitive salary, 401(k) plan, PTO, flexible work arrangements, holiday pay and a comprehensive benefits program.


An introduction to our benefits can be found towards the bottom of this page here.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage anyone interested to apply and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Simantel is not currently hiring individuals for this position who require sponsorship under U.S. immigration laws to be lawfully employed.