Website Definition Theatre
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Definition is seeking a bold, personality-driven Content Creator to help capture and amplify the energy of our upcoming production, keerah, through original short-form video content. We’re looking for a creative storyteller who feels comfortable in front of the camera and can translate the spirit of live theatre into engaging, digital-first content.
Overview
Content Creators will concept, shoot, and edit 3–5 short-form videos over the course of our next production (amount of videos determined during hiring process). We encourage creators to bring their full personality into the work as videos will serve as promotional tools across Definition’s social. The content will provide audiences an authentic, behind-the-scenes window into the world of the Definition.
Role Responsibilities
- Concept and pitch your short-form video ideas to Definition’s Marketing team
- Independently shoot and edit all approved content
- Deliver the 3–5 fully edited videos aligned with agreed-upon timelines
- Incorporate 1 round of light revisions per video, based on provided feedback
Ideal Candidate
- Comfortable and charismatic in-person and on camera with a distinct creative voice
- Strong filming and editing skills (iphone is totally fine!)
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with a creative team
- Interest in theatre, storytelling, and/or arts and culture
- Must be based in Chicago; all filming will occur at Definition Theatre (1160 E 55th St)
Key Dates (Not required, but optional for filming)
- First Rehearsal: Thursday, April 28 – 6p
- Designer Run: TBD (Approx. week of May 11) – 730p
- Final Dress: Thursday, May 28 – 7p
- Industry Night: Monday, June 1 – 730p
Please pass along applications to ari@definitiontheatre.org with links to examples/portfolio of your short-form video work (ideally 3-5 examples) and/or your online social platform with subject line "[Insert your name] | keerah Content Creator Application"
To apply for this job email your details to ari@definitiontheatre.org