Videographer

Wintrust provides community and commercial banking, specialty finance and wealth management services through its 16 bank charters and nine non-bank businesses. Wintrust delivers the sophisticated solutions of a large bank while staying true to the relationship-focused, personalized service of our community banking roots. We serve clients in all 50 states with more than 200 branch banking locations in Illinois, southwestern Florida, northwestern Indiana, west Michigan and southern Wisconsin and commercial banking offices in Chicago, Denver, Milwaukee, Grand Rapids, Mich., and in key branch banking locations throughout Illinois. Our people are the heart of our business and we are proud to rank consistently as a top place to work. Wintrust is a $66 billion financial institution based in Rosemont, Illinois, and listed on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol “WTFC.”

The Corporate Communications team at Wintrust is looking for a multi-talented Videographer to join our prolific video team. Our crew handles every kind of video motion project, offering numerous opportunities for individuals to contribute at every stage of the production process. We emphasize a collaborative environment, foster cross-disciplinary development, and value specializations and expertise.

What You'll Do

Develop professional-level Audio/ Visual assets including,

• Video production
• Headshots
• Marketing photography
• Working with Motion Graphics
• Appropriately formatting A/V files to suit various distribution channels

Specific responsibilities expected of this role are:

• Operating camera, light, and audio equipment on video production sets
• Orchestrating and executing photoshoots for portraiture, marketing collateral, and event coverage.
• Help to plan for video shoots, including developing mood boards, storyboards, pitch decks, and shot lists.
• Assist with directing on-screen talent.

Additional responsibilities may include:

• Supporting post-production through DIT, pulling selects, and cutting smaller projects.
• Taking point on communications with requestors and partners to determine needs, drive projects, and fulfill expectations.
• Traveling for off-site shoots.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 yrs professional experience in video/photo production, including on-set work, camera operation, and photography. Reel/portfolio will be requested.
• Extensive knowledge of camera settings, exposure, and lighting.
• Demonstrable competence with framing and visual composition.
• Comfortable assisting with the video pre-production process.
• Familiarity with all aspects of video production, including logistics, post-production, graphics, and distribution.
• Expertise with MacOS and Adobe CC: specifically, Photoshop/Lightroom and Premiere Pro.
• Pivots easily between collaborating on complex team projects and taking on solo projects.
• Comfortable offering or seeking assistance as workloads shift within a small but nimble team.

Pluses:

• Experience w/ After Effects
• Video editing experience with some post-production samples included in reel
• Experience with Sony camera equipment
• Experience operating a gimbal

Benefits

Medical Insurance • Dental • Vision • Life insurance • Accidental death and dismemberment • Short-term and long term Disability Insurance • Parental Leave • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Employee Stock Purchase Plan at 5% discount • Critical Illness Insurance • Accident Insurance • Transportation and Commuting Benefits • Banking Benefits • Pet Insurance

Compensation

The estimated salary range for this role is $59,000 - $77,000 along with eligibility to earn an annual bonus. Actual salaries may vary based on several factors, such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills and experience.

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From our first day in business, Wintrust has been proud to serve a variety of unique communities and people from all walks of life.  To build a company that reflects the communities we serve, we believe that fostering a unique and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed will support our ongoing success.  Wintrust Financial Corporation, including community banking and financial services subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.