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About Cresset
Cresset is a firm built by clients, for clients. As an independent, award-winning multi-family office and private investment firm, we are reimagining the way wealth is experienced. Our purpose is to help ensure that both wealth and life are fully optimized-integrated, intentional, and aligned with each client's vision of success.
We provide access to the caliber of talent, ideas, and investment opportunities typically available to the largest single-family offices and institutions. Our approach is personalized, entrepreneurial, and client-first.
Proudly owned by our clients and employees, Cresset was built to endure. We are creating a 100+ year firm-one focused on delivering an exceptional experience, not only for the families we serve but for the team that serves them. Recognized by Barron's and Forbes among the nation's top RIA firms, and as one of the industry's best places to work,* Cresset is guided by long-term relationships, shared success, and a belief that wealth should serve a life well lived.
Job Description
We are seeking a creative and motivated Video Production Intern to support multimedia initiatives across our Growth and Brand teams. This role offers hands-on experience contributing to video content that supports firmwide priorities, brand storytelling, and marketing efforts. As an intern, you will be involved throughout the full video production lifecycle from pre-production planning to filming and post-production editing. You'll work closely with the Director of Brand & Multimedia, Graphic Designers, and the Multimedia Producer, gaining exposure to both strategic creative direction and execution. This is an ideal opportunity for a student passionate about video, storytelling, and digital media to build technical skills and a professional portfolio while working on meaningful, real-world projects including brand storytelling, social media, marketing campaigns, and internal communications.
Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, filming, and editing of video content for marketing, brand, and internal initiatives
• Assist with pre-production tasks such as concept development, shot planning, and organizing production logistics
• Participate in on-site and in-office video shoots, supporting as a production assistant
• Edit video content using tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, incorporating feedback and revisions
• Help manage and organize video assets, footage, and project files
• Contribute to both planned campaigns and ad hoc video projects as business needs evolve
• Ensure high-quality output with strong attention to detail, brand consistency, and storytelling
• Explore and incorporate new tools and technologies, including AI, into video editing and content ideation
• Stay up to date on video trends and digital content best practices across platforms
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with both creative and non-technical stakeholders
• Participate in intern programming including lunch & learns and networking opportunities

What You Will Gain

• Hands-on experience creating video content across multiple formats
• Exposure to brand strategy and how video supports business growth
• A portfolio of real-world work across brand, marketing, and internal content

Qualifications

• Junior or Senior status pursuing a bachelor's degree in Film, Media Production, Communications, or a related field
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Portfolio or samples required for consideration
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creativity, design thinking, and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Premiere Pro and After Effects
• Basic understanding of video production workflows, including filming, editing, and post-production
• Experience working on Mac systems
• Interest in storytelling, digital media, and emerging technologies
• Familiarity with AI tools for editing or content ideation is a plus
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across all levels of the organization
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Resourceful, proactive problem-solver with a strong work ethic
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer:
At Cresset, we focus on people first. As a service business, our people are our assets. Engaging our clients and employees is our highest priority. Cresset offers a competitive compensation package for the Internship Program. We also offer an opportunity to work in the wealth management environment allowing you to understand the industry and determine if it is the right step for you in your future endeavors. The program includes learning and development activities to give you broader exposure to the company and networking opportunities.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of Cresset to ensure equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, or related conditions), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a parent, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. It is Cresset's policy to comply with applicable laws concerning the employment of persons with disabilities, including reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities.
Everything Starts With Culture.
Our Vision
We exist to optimize wealth and elevate life-giving clients the time, clarity, and trusted partnership to pursue what matters most.
Our Values
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Cresset refers to Cresset Capital Management, and all its respective subsidiaries and affiliates. Cresset Asset Management, LLC, also conducts advisory business under the names of Cresset Sports & Entertainment, CH Investment Partners, and Cresset Capital. Cresset provides investment advisory, family office, and other services to individuals, families, and institutional clients. Cresset also provides investment advisory services to investment vehicles investing in private equity, real estate, and other investment opportunities. Cresset Asset Management, LLC is an SEC registered investment advisor. SEC registration does not imply any specific level of skill or training.