Videographer & Content Creator (Part-Time)
$83,200–$145,600 year
On-siteArlington Heights, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Capture professional video, photography, and cinematic drone footage at active construction jobsites, including advanced FPV-style flying through structures and tight spaces. Film and edit interview-style videos featuring employees, clients, and project teams with full on-site audio setup. Develop story angles in collaboration with leadership and produce polished project highlight reels for recruiting, marketing, business development, and social media. Edit and deliver high-quality videos quickly while maintaining brand standards and organize a comprehensive digital asset library. Operate drones safely in compliance with FAA regulations and all jobsite safety requirements. This part-time role requires 2 to 3 days per week (15–30 hours) with primary Chicago area base and occasional travel to offices in Phoenix, Knoxville, Charlotte, and Tampa. A demo reel showcasing broadcast-quality editing and FPV piloting is required to apply.
Required Qualifications
- Demo reel required
- Active FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate required
- Experience filming, editing, and producing professional video content from concept through final delivery, on a fast turnaround
- Proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar editing software
- Experience with on-site audio production for interviews (mic setup, sound levels, clean audio capture)
- Strong eye for storytelling, composition, lighting, and visual branding
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, comfortable directing and putting people at ease on camera
- Comfortable working independently while managing multiple projects and deadlines
- Comfortable working on active commercial construction jobsites and following all company and OSHA safety requirements
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, walk uneven terrain, climb stairs, and wear required PPE (hard hat, safety vest, safety glasses, steel-toed boots)
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in construction, architecture, engineering, industrial, or related industries is a plus
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