Multimedia Producer at Federal Reserve Bank (FRB) in Chicago, Illinois

Job Description:

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago

The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago is seeking a talented and motivated videographer to join the External Affairs team at our mission-driven, public-service organization. You will be responsible for shooting, producing, and editing high-quality video content that tells the stories of the Chicago Fed and the regional economy. You will have a thirst for learning and the ability to effectively communicate complex economic and financial information to a broad, non-technical audience. You will collaborate with subject-matter experts and content strategists, as well as colleagues across the bank and external partners, to conceptualize and deliver engaging videos for various platforms, including the Bank's website, social media channels, internal communications, and public outreach initiatives. Duties will include all stages of video production, from initial concept and planning to filming, editing, and final delivery. This includes proficiency in lighting and sound recording techniques. The ideal candidate will be a creative storyteller with excellent technical skills in video production and strong attention to detail. In addition, the ideal candidate will be a highly collaborative, mission-driven and resourceful colleague with a passion for making complex information accessible to a wide audience. This job has no direct reports.

Your Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute video productions from concept to completion, including storyboarding, scripting, location scouting, filming, and editing.


• Collaborate with internal teams and subject-matter experts to develop compelling video content that fulfills the Bank's communication objectives, including explaining and amplifying its work.


• Ensure video projects are completed on time and adhere to the Federal Reserve's branding and accessibility standards.


• Operate and maintain professional video equipment, including cameras, lighting, and editing software.


• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in video production and post-production.


• Manage and archive video assets and maintain an organized library of footage.

Your Background:

• Bachelor’s degree or work equivalent in film production, graphic design, communications, or a related field


• 5+ years of proven experience as a videographer in a professional setting


• Strong proficiency in video editing software (e.g., Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro) and motion graphics


• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills


• Demonstrated expertise in lighting techniques


• Proficiency in audio recording and editing, including microphone selection, placement, and sound mixing techniques


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team


• Strong organizational and time management skills


• Ability to juggle multiple, simultaneous projects.


• Openness to feedback, a positive attitude, and a commitment to excellence.


• Knowledge of accessibility standards and best practices for video content

What We Offer: 

• The expected starting salary range for this position is between $106,500 and $126,000 annually in addition to annual performance-based discretionary bonuses. Final salary and offer will be determined based on the applicant’s relevant experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographic and other market data.                                                                    


• The Chicago Fed offers benefits to support overall health and financial security. Learn more about our benefits here: https://www.chicagofed.org/careers/thebenefits 


• A continuous learning environment with opportunities to gain new skills and grow your career. 

Additional Requirements: 

• This is a hybrid position requiring a minimum of two days per week in office. 


• As a condition of employment, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago employees must comply with the Bank’s ethics rules, which generally prohibit employees, their spouses/domestic partners, and minor children from owning securities, such as stock, of banks or savings associations or their affiliates, such as bank holding companies and savings and loan holding companies. If you or your spouse/domestic partner or minor child own such securities and would not be willing or able to divest them if you accepted an offer of Bank employment, you should raise this issue with the recruiter for this posting, who can provide you contact information for our ethics official if necessary. 


• This document indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. An employee's responsibilities, tasks, and duties might differ from those outlined in the job description, and other duties, as assigned, are a part of the job. The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago reserves the right to modify the elements of this job description, as business needs require. 

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. 

Full Time / Part Time

Full time

Regular / Temporary

Regular

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

Yes

Job Category

Communications/Public Relations Family Group

Work Shift

First (United States of America)

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