Senior Video Production Director

The Marketing Team at Wintrust is seeking a passionate and versatile Sr. Video Production Director to join our dynamic video team. Our crew handles a wide range of video projects, providing numerous opportunities for innovation at every stage of the production process. We emphasize a collaborative environment, encourage cross-disciplinary development, and value both specialization and proficiency.

The ideal candidate will have creative and organizational experience in all aspects of video production. You will be responsible for overseeing casting, location scouting, writers’ rooms, creative collaboration, production schedules, line producing on set, budgets, and coordinating freelance team members. This role involves inspiring and leading a team of experienced video professionals while fostering their growth and enhancing their problem-solving skills.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead a team of skilled video professionals, including videographers, editors, animators, and specialized producers. Ensuring the best usage of the team’s skillset. 
• Collaborating with leadership and stakeholders to understand project requirements and develop innovative video concepts. Oversee major aspects of the production and staying within yearly budget. 
• Reviewing and approving all video content to ensure it meets quality standards and aligns with stakeholder requirements. 
• Keeping up with the latest creative trends, technologies, and best practices in video production and responsible to improve the production process. 
• Manage all third-party vendors, including onboarding, hiring, payments, and communications. Stay updated on the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in video production to enhance the production process. 
• Responsible for creatively collaborating and scoping of all video related projects. 
• Additional responsibilities include delegating and supervising all facets of a video and photography shoot, such as camera angles, lighting, talent direction, writing, and overall aesthetic, to ensure the final product meets the project's vision and goals.

Knowledge/Skills/Background/Experience:

• 7 plus years of video producing, directing, or lead editing experience required. 
• 2 plus years of managing a production team and budgets preferred. 
• Basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud/Suite (Premiere Pro/Photoshop), project management software (Workfront, Egnyte, MS Teams) 
• Ability to manage workflows, deadlines, and resource allocation. 
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance 
• Dental 
• Vision 
• Life insurance 
• Accidental death and dismemberment 
• Short-term and long term Disability Insurance 
• Parental Leave 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match 
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan at 5% discount 
• Critical Illness Insurance 
• Accident Insurance 
• Transportation and Commuting Benefits 
• Banking Benefits 
• Pet Insurance

Compensation:

The estimated salary range for this role is $98,000 - $115,000 along with eligibility to earn an annual bonus. Actual salaries may vary based on several factors, such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills and experience