Background
Location: Chicago, IL (303 E Wacker Dr., Suite 2200)
Type: Full-time, permanent position
Division: Media Production
Reports to: Senior Coordinating Producer
Overview
Intersport, a leader in sports, entertainment, and lifestyle marketing and media for more than three decades, provides expertise in the areas of:
- Agency Services: sponsorship consulting, experiential marketing, hospitality, content, digital, and social media marketing
- Assets – owned-and-operated media properties and live sports and lifestyle properties
Intersport is seeking to add a smart and driven video production professional to its Media Production team. The Media Production team is integral to developing and executing a wide range of visual mediums for new and existing clients, networks, and digital distribution outlets, including live television broadcasts, live-to-tape television specials, documentaries, episodic series, commercial production, virtual events and branded content. The Video Editor must have at least three years of proven professional experiences inclusive of editing a wide range of styles and deliverables. The Video Editor is expected to have a demonstrated interest and passion for video production, various editing techniques and a foundational understanding of the use and implementation of motion graphics. Experience in new and emerging media and a desire to create innovative work are also essential.
Top candidates will be well versed in Avid, Premiere and After Effects. It is important to note that the most well-rounded candidates will be given priority but an individual who does not have extensive experience with all three platforms won’t necessarily be eliminated from consideration—especially with a demonstrated interest to grow and learn new skills.
Responsibilities
General
- Embody Intersport’s performance-based culture and commit yourself and team to the highest standards
- Collaborate and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver executional excellence in both in-person and remote working situations
- Seek opportunities within the organization and not wait for them to be given/assigned
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding and a passion for video/television/digital media business, industry, consumers and competitors
- Effectively work both independently as well as part of a team of Producers, Editors and Motion Graphic Designers.
- Provide thought leadership on industry trends and related best practices
Creative Production & Asset Creation
- Collaborate with Production and Creative Services teams on research and development surrounding new and existing opportunities.
- Thorough knowledge and experience working in either Avid or Premiere.
- Experience working with Photoshop and After Effects
- Possession of a reel that demonstrates range of editing techniques and skills
- Broadcast television and/or High End Agency work a major plus
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred as well as real-world experience as a lead editor.
- Ability to manage multiple programs/projects concurrently, inclusive of a detail oriented and organized approach
- Application of superior prioritization and time-management skills and ability to produce high quality work at a fast pace
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Exemplary written and oral communication skills with a polished, professional demeanor that projects confidence and enthusiasm for the business
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and Avid Editing Systems.
- Ability to work odd hours and travel for business as needed, including nights, weekends and holidays from time to time.
Intersport is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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