Freelance Videographer

Company Description

Salvi Media is a premier creative video agency focused on delivering exceptional strategy and content through the power of storytelling. Our customer-centric and high-performing team of professionals is dedicated to addressing any marketing challenges or goals for businesses and brands. We are passionate about telling the stories of all people and committed to achieving the goals of our clients.

About the Role

We’re looking for a fully-equipped Videographer based in Chicago, IL for a project-to-project client shoot.

This is not a full-time hire — just gig-by-gig, freelance work for Salvi’s clients as projects come.

Requirements:

1. Video Equipment: 

• 3 cameras on tripods (Sony preferred, but any pro-level body works)
• 2 gimbals/stabilizers for walk-and-talk
• Cameras must shoot 4K LOG
• Avoid huge formats like ProRes HQ (footage is uploaded remotely)
• Option for teleprompter (using a tablet)

2. Audio

• Full audio kit
• At least 2 lav mics (cleanly hidden with stickies/tape)
• Record straight to camera or to an external recorder

3. Lighting

• A full lighting setup appropriate for two subjects

4. Crew

• Must source a PA/Swing as needed. 

Responsibilities:

• Film interviews, walk-and-talk, B-roll, and introductions
• Manage all camera, lighting, and audio gear
• Work closely with the Producer Host
• Make sure lavs are hidden but audio stays crisp

Deliver RAW footage:

• On-site via hard drive/SSD (reimbursable), or Via Google Drive/Dropbox
• Bring a laptop for transferring footage
• Keep a backup of all footage for 3 months
• Understand all media belongs to Salvi Media (promo use with credit is allowed)

Editing

• Not a requirement, but experience in full-suite editing is welcome.

Budget / Payment

Compensation will be project based. Reimbursable expenses may include standard production needs such as hard drive/SSD, parking, meals, and mileage.

Interested?

Send over your portfolio or reel at sjain@salvimedia.com