SmithGroup - Senior Video Editor/Director

Video Editor is needed in Chicago, United States.

Client: SmithGroup

Location: Chicago, IL

Contract: Full-time

Job Description

SmithGroup is an award-winning, integrated design firm that blends research, data, and technology with innovation and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients’ greatest challenges. The Chicago office of SmithGroup is looking for a Senior Video Editor/Director to join our team. SmithGroup has been recognized as one of Chicago’s Top Workplaces by the Chicago Tribune.

As a Senior Video Editor/Director, you will conceptualize and direct strategic and creatively appropriate content. You will collaborate with the Creative Services Manager and Communications Director to ensure the content aligns with SmithGroup’s creative approach and strategy. This role includes directing and managing video content, developing visual concepts, editing video content, assisting in the management of video standards and guidelines, and supporting the evolution of the SmithGroup brand.

Requirements

An ideal candidate has:

• 8+ years’ experience in video editing/directing roles
• 5+ years’ experience editing with non-linear editing tools (Experience with Davinci Resolve and Premiere Pro preferred)
• 2+ years of project management experience related to video production projects (preferred)
• A bachelor’s degree in film, broadcasting, communications, or a related field (preferred)
• A comprehensive understanding of digital workflows and file-based delivery
• Familiarity with shooting and operating digital cinema cameras, lights, and audio equipment
• Knowledge of digital marketing, visual storyboarding, and video direction for multiple outputs (social media, firm website, etc.)
• Motion design & compositing experience in After Effects is a plus

Candidate Note: Please submit a portfolio when you apply to provide the team with necessary information to review your application.

Benefits

SmithGroup offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 401(k), parental leave, wellbeing resources, PTO immediately available to new hires, and 15 extra Fridays off—on top of holidays. The company provides one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities to enhance the culture and collaboration among staff.