Senior Videographer

About UsAt Shinola, we make beautiful, enduring, handcrafted goods that are built to be lived in, worn out, and well-loved.  Our thoughtful craftsmanship, timeless design, and spirited stories inspire our customers to live well, with confidence & joy—in a style that is uniquely their own!  Because we are a growing and evolving company, each employee is a key stakeholder, making decisions every day that directly impact our overall vision and direction. At Shinola, you’ll have the opportunity to make a significant contribution at the start of what we believe will become an iconic American brand.About The RoleAs our Senior Videographer, you will lead the development of Shinola’s video tone. You will play a key role in capturing, editing, and producing high-quality video content that aligns with Shinola’s vision and core messaging. You will be responsible for both the technical and creative aspects of production — shooting high-quality footage, editing videos, and ensuring that all content aligns with the brands aesthetic and goals.Key ResponsibilitiesPre-ProductionCollaborating with Art Director, creative and marketing teams on concepts for campaign, product, social, and brand videos.Refining story boards and scripts with creative team/Art Director.Creating shot lists and schedules in collaboration with creative project manager.Scouting locations, talent, weather and lighting pre shoot.CinematographyExecuting video assets for campaigns, ecommerce, and social media.Camera operationsSet lighting and gripUtilizing audio equipment for voice overs when applicableLeading freelance staff on setCollaborating with freelance agencies on larger brand videosPost-Production - Video Editing Execution and delivery of final video assets: offloading footage, color correction, sound, first assembly, rough cut, final cut, delivery and archiving final assets.Adhering to a script and timelineConception of scripts and timelines when applicableOrganizing assets for approvalVideo sizing and output formatsVideo Enhancement Makes corrections/improvements to lighting, coloring and stabilization of footageAdds effects such a graphics or transitions to enhance footageInputs sound enhancements through music selection and voice-oversCrafts cohesive visual stories and messaging across multiple mediums (digital, social, etc)Utilizes emerging technology and trends in visual content creation to enhance brand storytelling and guest connectionGeneral Maintenance & Administration Organizing and cataloging final video assets on the creative server.Organization and storage of working files.Partners with the Art Director to make recommendations for equipment purchases, upgrades, or replacements based on inventory.Oversees inventory and orders supplies.Maintains, repairs, services, and installs basic video production equipment.Can support with operation of equipment including cameras, editing console, time base correctors, audio board, and video switcher.Provides frequent updates on the completion of tasks to ensure deliverables are metFiles footage in the appropriate locations and creates backups when necessaryAttends key meetings with partners to present final deliverable to ensure the vision of the client is being metSupports with the arrangement of sets and lighting to capture professional video.QualificationsPost-secondary degree in film or related field OR relevant experience to prove ability to perform described duties required.Experience working with an in-house creative teamProficiency in adobe creative suite, motion graphics, editing software programsAbility to use basic video production equipment.Thorough understanding of artistic styles, techniques, methodologies, and effects used within video production.Knowledge of studio photography and light setupExperience in color grading, audio recording and editingAt Shinola, we're committed to growing and empowering an inclusive community within our company and industry. This is why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of the best and brightest from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives across our organization. Research shows that oftentimes women and other minority groups only apply to open roles if they meet 100% of the listed criteria. Shinola encourages everyone to apply for our available positions, even if they don't necessarily check every box on the job description. Note: This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive. You may be required to perform other duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.