Barrington, IL · On-site
$75K - $90K/yr
The Senior Filmmaker helps bring stories to life through video, creating content that inspires ... Experience creating testimony/documentary videos, promotional content, interviews, and event recaps
Barrington, IL · On-site
$75K - $90K/yr
The Senior Filmmaker helps bring stories to life through video, creating content that inspires ... Experience creating testimony/documentary videos, promotional content, interviews, and event recaps
South Barrington, IL · On-site
$75K - $90K/yr
Description The Senior Filmmaker helps bring stories to life through video, creating content that ... Experience creating testimony/documentary videos, promotional content, interviews, and event recaps
South Barrington, IL · On-site
$75K - $90K/yr
Description The Senior Filmmaker helps bring stories to life through video, creating content that ... Experience creating testimony/documentary videos, promotional content, interviews, and event recaps
Barrington, IL · On-site
$75K - $90K/yr
Job Type Full-time Description The Senior Filmmaker helps bring stories to life through video ... Experience creating testimony/documentary videos, promotional content, interviews, and event recaps
Barrington, IL · On-site
$75K - $90K/yr
Job Type Full-time Description The Senior Filmmaker helps bring stories to life through video ... Experience creating testimony/documentary videos, promotional content, interviews, and event recaps
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$100K - $140K/yr
Filmmaker / Storyteller Inference.net is seeking a Filmmaker / Storyteller to join our team and ... Produce 4+ short-form videos monthly, 1 commercial monthly, and 1 documentary quarterly, handling ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$100K - $140K/yr
Filmmaker / Storyteller Inference.net is seeking a Filmmaker / Storyteller to join our team and ... Produce 4+ short-form videos monthly, 1 commercial monthly, and 1 documentary quarterly, handling ...
This role is a creative and innovative documentary-style filmmaker who proactively identifies story opportunities-then produces cinematic visuals and edits that educate, impact, and inspire audiences ...
This role is a creative and innovative documentary-style filmmaker who proactively identifies story opportunities-then produces cinematic visuals and edits that educate, impact, and inspire audiences ...
Abilene, TX · On-site
$120K - $122K/yr
Experienced filmmaker and media producer contributing to the production team in the ACU Learning ... short documentaries a year to extend the universities reputation beyond the traditional ACU ...
Abilene, TX · On-site
$120K - $122K/yr
Experienced filmmaker and media producer contributing to the production team in the ACU Learning ... short documentaries a year to extend the universities reputation beyond the traditional ACU ...
This role is a creative and innovative documentary-style filmmaker who proactively identifies story opportunities-then produces cinematic visuals and edits that educate, impact, and inspire audiences ...
This role is a creative and innovative documentary-style filmmaker who proactively identifies story opportunities-then produces cinematic visuals and edits that educate, impact, and inspire audiences ...
... documentary film celebrating Projects for Peace, a program that funds student-led peacebuilding initiatives around the world. The intern will work closely with an award-winning filmmaker and the ...
... documentary film celebrating Projects for Peace, a program that funds student-led peacebuilding initiatives around the world. The intern will work closely with an award-winning filmmaker and the ...
About the Role We're looking for a world class filmmaker who can both shoot and edit Ramp ... documentary-style work * A self-shooter who owns the edit - camera and post are both yours, not ...
About the Role We're looking for a world class filmmaker who can both shoot and edit Ramp ... documentary-style work * A self-shooter who owns the edit - camera and post are both yours, not ...
New York, NY · Remote
$132K - $162K/yr
About the Role We're looking for a world class filmmaker who can both shoot and edit Ramp ... documentary-style work * A self-shooter who owns the edit -- camera and post are both yours, not ...
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New York, NY · Remote
$132K - $162K/yr
About the Role We're looking for a world class filmmaker who can both shoot and edit Ramp ... documentary-style work * A self-shooter who owns the edit -- camera and post are both yours, not ...
New York, NY · On-site
$132K - $162K/yr
About the Role We're looking for a world class filmmaker who can both shoot and edit Ramp ... documentary-style work * A self-shooter who owns the edit - camera and post are both yours, not ...
New York, NY · On-site
$132K - $162K/yr
About the Role We're looking for a world class filmmaker who can both shoot and edit Ramp ... documentary-style work * A self-shooter who owns the edit - camera and post are both yours, not ...
If you're a visionary filmmaker with a knack for cinematography and editing, this is your ... What you'll do: - Plan, film, and edit high-quality videos, including documentary-style stories ...
If you're a visionary filmmaker with a knack for cinematography and editing, this is your ... What you'll do: - Plan, film, and edit high-quality videos, including documentary-style stories ...
If you're a visionary filmmaker with a knack for cinematography and editing, this is your ... What you'll do: - Plan, film, and edit high-quality videos, including documentary-style stories ...
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If you're a visionary filmmaker with a knack for cinematography and editing, this is your ... What you'll do: - Plan, film, and edit high-quality videos, including documentary-style stories ...
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$70K - $80K/yr
... or Filmmaker in Residence (half-time position) School Harvard Divinity School Department/Area ... Documentary/ethnographic filmmaking in religious communities * Cinematic language, symbolism ...
Cambridge, MA · On-site
$70K - $80K/yr
... or Filmmaker in Residence (half-time position) School Harvard Divinity School Department/Area ... Documentary/ethnographic filmmaking in religious communities * Cinematic language, symbolism ...
Suffolk, VA · On-site
$25 - $30/hr
Experience producing short films, documentaries, digital content, or student media projects. What Students Will Learn * Storytelling and scriptwriting fundamentals * Camera operation and composition
Suffolk, VA · On-site
$25 - $30/hr
Experience producing short films, documentaries, digital content, or student media projects. What Students Will Learn * Storytelling and scriptwriting fundamentals * Camera operation and composition
Suffolk, VA · On-site
$25 - $30/hr
Experience producing short films, documentaries, digital content, or student media projects. What Students Will Learn * Storytelling and scriptwriting fundamentals * Camera operation and composition
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Suffolk, VA · On-site
$25 - $30/hr
Experience producing short films, documentaries, digital content, or student media projects. What Students Will Learn * Storytelling and scriptwriting fundamentals * Camera operation and composition
The curriculum includes core courses in documentary, experimental, and narrative filmmaking, as ... Maintaining a personal professional practice as a filmmaker. * Nurturing relationships with ...
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The curriculum includes core courses in documentary, experimental, and narrative filmmaking, as ... Maintaining a personal professional practice as a filmmaker. * Nurturing relationships with ...
New York, NY · On-site
... to documentary style live action. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Video Producer well ... filmmaker and/or a working knowledge of Adobe Premiere, After Effects, or other post-production ...
New York, NY · On-site
... to documentary style live action. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Video Producer well ... filmmaker and/or a working knowledge of Adobe Premiere, After Effects, or other post-production ...
New York, NY · On-site
... to documentary style live action. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Video Producer well ... filmmaker and/or a working knowledge of Adobe Premiere, After Effects, or other post-production ...
New York, NY · On-site
... to documentary style live action. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Video Producer well ... filmmaker and/or a working knowledge of Adobe Premiere, After Effects, or other post-production ...
New York, NY · Remote
$200K - $275K/yr
You'll own the story bar, bringing narrative clarity, and filmmaker-level craft to every project ... Documentary or editorial credits outside the brand world (festival, journalism, publishing)
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New York, NY · Remote
$200K - $275K/yr
You'll own the story bar, bringing narrative clarity, and filmmaker-level craft to every project ... Documentary or editorial credits outside the brand world (festival, journalism, publishing)
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To thrive as a Documentary Filmmaker, you need strong storytelling abilities, research skills, and proficiency in filming and editing, usually supported by a background in film, media, or journalism. Familiarity with cameras, sound equipment, editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro, and sometimes certification in media production are important. Creativity, adaptability, attention to detail, and strong communication skills set outstanding filmmakers apart. These skills are vital for creating compelling, credible narratives and effectively collaborating with crews, subjects, and stakeholders in diverse and often unpredictable environments.
Documentary filmmakers often encounter challenges such as securing funding, accessing hard-to-reach subjects or locations, and managing unpredictable real-world events during filming. Navigating legal permissions, maintaining ethical storytelling standards, and dealing with tight deadlines are also frequent aspects of the job. Additionally, filmmakers must be resourceful problem-solvers who can adapt to changing situations on set and post-production. Successfully overcoming these challenges requires strong organizational skills, persistence, and the ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse team.
A Documentary Filmmaker is a professional who produces nonfiction films that capture real-life events, people, or issues. They handle various aspects of filmmaking, including research, scripting, directing, filming, and editing. Their goal is to inform, educate, or inspire audiences through compelling storytelling based on facts. Documentary Filmmakers may work independently or collaborate with production companies, broadcasters, or streaming platforms.
$75K - $90K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 22 days ago
The Senior Filmmaker helps bring stories to life through video, creating content that inspires people to take next steps in loving God, loving people, and changing the world.
Working closely with the Programming Director, Central Arts & Worship team, and other key partners, this role leads the creation of high-quality video content for services, campaigns, and digital platforms.
From concepting and directing to shooting and editing, the Senior Filmmaker owns the creative process from start to finish. This role leads crews on set and handles the heavy lifting in post-production—including editing, color grading, sound mixing, music selection, motion graphics direction, and final delivery—to create compelling, engaging stories that connect with people.
What You'll Do:
Success is defined as...
Success in this role is defined by the creation of compelling, mission-driven films that help people engage more deeply with the message of Jesus, elevate the quality of Willow Creek’s storytelling, and effectively support weekend services and ministry initiatives. A successful Senior Filmmaker consistently delivers high-quality content, collaborates well across teams, leads productions with excellence, and helps bring creative vision to life from concept through final delivery.
Requirements:What We Offer
The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $90,000, depending on experience and education.
We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
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Religious organizations
201 - 500 Employees
Barrington, IL, US
1975
