Videographer - Milwaukee Repertory Theater

POSITION SUMMARY

The Videographer is someone who loves crafting stories through the medium of film. Under the guidance of the Director of Marketing, we are looking to add a team member to execute, sustain and grow our original content all through the lens of our brand which is critical to our voice and aesthetic across multiple platforms. In addition to creating marketing pieces for the theater season, this highly creative position will also play a key role in welcoming patrons to the new Associated Bank Theater Center, housing Milwaukee Rep’s performance venues, which is slated for a grand opening in late 2025. A variety of new video projects will help promote the Theater Center as well as visual content in the lobby spaces.

The position requires strong video technical skills, high-level communication and organizational expertise. The ideal candidate will be able to coordinate with artists, freelancers and staff members, run a video shoot as a camera operator, handle postproduction editing, finishing and distribution to various platforms and cover general administrative and departmental duties.

Day-to-day work includes producing narrative trailers for upcoming productions, creating short-form promos for theatrical programming or institutional initiatives, capturing audience testimonials for productions, occasional marketing event photography, operating video cameras, editing video content from import to color grade and distribution.

A video portfolio or video samples are required as part of the application process for this position. The link to your portfolio should be embedded into your cover letter.

Areas of Responsibility:

• Stage, build and operate digital cinema cameras

• Build lighting scenarios for narrative and documentary

• Experience with line producing in a video environment

• Handle complex editing projects with short deadlines

• Digital content management and archiving

• Attending all department meetings as requested

• Photo and video posting to web CMS and social media platforms

• Hire, create and manage work plans for interns as desired/needed

• Assist Director of Marketing with projects as assigned

Successful candidates will:

• Have some theater background or knowledge

• Work collaboratively as part of the marketing team, incorporating notes and

feedback that reflect Milwaukee Rep brand standards

• Work well under pressure

• Be able to work with multiple departments as well as outside

vendors/freelancers/agencies

• Be able to work independently

• Be able to manage multiple projects while thinking ahead to what’s next

• Comfortable working in front of the camera hosting video series and conducting

interviews.

• Ability to work flexible hours. Videotaping and other recording/activities requires

weekend and evening work

• Be physically able to lift up to 25 pounds unassisted. This position semi-

frequently lifts, carries and moves video equipment

• Access to a car for off-site video shoot

Candidates will have a successful track record of experience producing/shooting and editing multimedia/video content in a fast paced, multi-project deadline environment that demonstrates their ability to perform the duties and responsibilities required of the position or the equivalent of a minimum of two (2) to three (3) years’ experience along with:

• Experience shooting live performance videos

• Advanced knowledge in the following areas: video production, multimedia

content, digital distribution

• Advanced knowledge of video editing software, such as Adobe Creative Suite,

including Premiere, Final Cut, After Effects, Lightroom, and Photoshop

• Experience with DSLR and HD cameras, audio recorders, lighting for video and

Mac Computers. Experience with Black Magic Pocket Cinema Cameras a plus

• Proficiency in narrative construction and visual storytelling

Milwaukee Rep Values Employees Who:

• Communicate well with a diverse group of colleagues

• Demonstrate an aptitude and eagerness to learn new skills and processes when

necessary

• Solve problems and engage in creative thinking about challenges individually

and in a group environment

• Are able to accept and incorporate feedback

• Have excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and diplomacy skills and ability to be

self-directed and take initiative

• Demonstrates an understanding of historical and institutional racism in the

American theatre and/or a willingness to commit to learning and to the mission,

vision, and values of the theater in areas of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts

both in the workplace and in our community

Employee Benefits

Health & Dental Insurance - Employer Contribution to Premiums

Health Savings Account & Health Reimbursement Account

Flexible Spending Account

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off Package including Vacation, Personal, Sick Leave, Holidays, Parental Leave, Medical Leave

TO APPLY

Required Materials: Online Application, Resume, and Cover Letter with a link to your portfolio (or reel of samples) along with three professional references.

Deadline: July 31, 2023. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis thereafter until the position is filled. All applications must be submitted through the online portal. Any candidate who requires accommodations to submit an online application should contact lmerwin@milwaukeerep.com.

Please visit the our careers page to apply directly.

Milwaukee Repertory Theater is committed to creating a culturally diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Additionally, any physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Salary: $48,000 - $52,000 annually