Videographer and Editor

About our Company:

Since our first track day in 2012, we have helped over 250,000 people cross ‘drive an exotic car’ off their bucket lists and we can’t wait for YOU to join us. Our team travels the country, hosting weekend-based events on racetracks and open roads around the United States. We are headquartered in Chicago, IL where our fleet, tour operations, customer service, sales and marketing teams are based. Thanks to the vision and drive of our people, Xtreme Xperience has been the proud recipient of Inc. Magazines "America's Fastest Growing Companies" award for the past 5 consecutive years.

Safety, Service, Culture, and Consistency are the four pillars of our success. We are go-getters who provide the safest, most exhilarating experience for our customers. We strive to create an environment where our team members look forward to coming to work every day. We celebrate birthdays monthly, take company field trips to conventions such as the Chicago auto show, and host holiday and company birthday bashes to celebrate all our successes. Every year we give each one of our employees 3 free supercar drives to use or give away to their friends/family, and we even loan out one of our own supercars for our employees to use on occasion. We cannot wait for you to join our family and amazing culture.

General:

Xtreme is looking for a visual storyteller who can craft narratives from our cars, culture, team, events, and customers into compelling video content, distributed to our audiences at strategic points of the customer journey, informing, exciting, and moving them as it aligns with our marketing initiatives.

Expectations:

The Videographer is responsible for the creation of video content from concept to delivery with a primary focus on video for marketing content, advertisements, social media micro content and weekly YouTube videos.

This position will report to, and work closely with, the Content Marketing Manager to deliver video content that is aligned with the organization’s content strategy as well as work with the Social Media Coordinator to publish video content to relevant social media channels.

The Videographer is expected to travel to and capture content at one Xtreme Xperience event each month as well as pursue other content opportunities that include travel on occasion.

This position will produce incredible content utilizing Xtreme Xperience’s suite of high-end equipment, including:

• Sony A7Siii

• Sony 16-35 G Master Lens

• Sony 24-105mm Lens

• Mavic 2 Pro w/ Fly More Kit

• Multiple GoPros (Hero 9 Black, Max)

• DJI RS2 Gimbal

• Tilta Hydra Alien Car Mounting System

• Multiple Mounts and Grip Equipment

• Film Lights

• Lavalier and Shotgun Microphones

• Audio Recorders

• Plenty of Spare Batteries for All Equipment

• Plenty of SD Cards

• Macbook Pro (for at-event file transfer)

• 27" iMac Pro with Retina 5K Display

• 8TB NAS w/ Samsung SSDs

• And Much More

Duties and Responsibilities

• Go where the stories take you, whether in the office or in the field at racetracks across the country

• Proactively collaborate with the marketing team to creatively contribute to the overall social media and content strategy

• Plan and perform pre-production work including developing video concepts, collaborating on scripts and storyboarding, scouting and preparing site locations or studio environments, creating shot lists, coordinating crews and gear

• Plan and perform production work which include camera equipment selection, operation of camera and production equipment including video, still photography, audio and lighting equipment

• Plan and perform post-production tasks which include reviewing footage, organizing files, making editorial decisions, video and sound edits, rough cuts, audio mixing, color correction, visual effects, and final finishing

• Publish one video per week to Xtreme Xperience’s YouTube channel

• Collaborate with Social Media Coordinator to publish weekly social media micro content (Reels, Stories, TikToks, etc)

• Collect, organize, and archive multimedia files

• Work with designers to create graphics for videos and the website

• Manage and maintain media equipment inventory

• Manage outsourced creators and editors when applicable

• Maintain a consistent visual style that fits within brand guidelines across all media formats

• Communicate plans with relevant stakeholders (event team, racetrack contacts, etc)

• Meet with marketing team members to maintain alignment on strategy and deliverables

Technical Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree (BA) from four-year college or university, OR one to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Proficiency in the operation of camera and media equipment

• Proficient with Video Editing Software (Adobe Premiere or Final Cut Pro)

• Can demonstrate a portfolio or history of high quality creative work

• Proficient in storyboarding, scripting, and concepting

• Experience with Adobe After Effects or Motion preferred

• Experience with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator are a plus

• Understand the fundamentals of branding

• Candidates must report to our Chicago office

Personal Qualities

• Proven experience in working with a team, utilizing a collaborative mindset to to develop the best video content

• Adept communicator with the ability to make people comfortable and establish rapport while interviewing or filming

• Flexible

• Excellent organizational, project management and communication skills

• Self starter who owns the entire process as well as the reputation of the brand

• Attention to detail, agile, and flexible with the various stages of a video production

• Deals gracefully with feedback and is able to keep an open mind for improvement

• Strong storytelling skills with a creative mind.

• Understands the audience and can view content through the consumer’s eye.

• You are a car enthusiast and understand car culture

What We Look For In An Xtreme Xperience Employee

• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate people with an alternate plan.

• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

• Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.

• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

• Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

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Schedule (see 2021 schedule at www.xtremexperience.com)

The Videographer will travel to events to capture content and assist the team in various roles where needed. At the track you are a strong team player who helps your co-workers set up and break down event equipment. Videographers will be expected to attend at least 12 XX events throughout the calendar year, in conjunction with a 40-hour office workweek. Our team works in the office 3 days per week and from home 2 days
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The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Come As You Are: Your gender, your gods, your sex life, your skin color or your big-shot uncle don’t make a difference here. Xtreme is a progressive and open-minded company. If you are smart and good at what you do, come as you are.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60651: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a link to your portfolio?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: One location