Job Description
THE AGENCY
Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is a leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, brand management and consumer product licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA’s diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organisations that shape culture and inspire the world.
The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, form brand marketing services division, and launch a family office advisory practice, among other innovations. Named Most Valuable Sports Agency by for 10 consecutive years, CAA represents more than 3,000 of the world’s top athletes in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, and soccer, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities and works in the areas of property sales and sponsorships, media advisory, brand consulting, venue development and strategic advisory, and executive search.
OVERVIEW
CAA seeks a Photographer/Videographer/Editor in London for our in-house Creative Services department. In this role, they will report to the Head of Production, and work closely with the Project Manager, both based in Los Angeles. The Photographer/Videographer/Editor will utilize their arts education, professional experience, natural cinematic eye, and imagination to shoot, edit, refine and finish original content that supports business strategies. In addition to original corporate content, the Video Editors work on a range of projects including but not limited to; clip playlists, client and corporate sizzle reels, concept videos, web/social videos, video interstitials, motion graphics, sound editing, and special client projects.
Responsibilities to include but not limited to:
1. Meet with assistants, agents, executives and clients regarding photography and videography needs
2. Discuss needs with colleague, client or manager and advise on best plan to build out visual tools for internal or external needs using CAA’s exclusive pitching applications to secure business opportunities for clients, colleagues, and agency as a whole
3. Work in conjunction with Head of Production and Project Manager to produce, source, organize, edit, and archive corporate and client materials
4. Handle all aspects of production for a talking-head style interview
5. Create individualized plan to showcase client materials as described in requests using creative judgement, communicate with Project Manager and stakeholders, and address notes as needed
6. Bring unique point-of-view, trained eye, natural ability for pacing, education, and specialized skillsets to every request
7. Work independently without on-site production support, managing all aspects of photo and video set-up efficiently and within tight timelines
8. Event and portrait photography
9. Color correction and photo editing
10. Navigate multiple projects in various stages of production and post-production to completion
11. Brainstorm with creative team on upcoming projects or pitches
12. Managing individual workload via assigned Asana tickets
13. Live editing during special recorded events via Livestream Studio, on-site, or other platform
14. Stay up to date on latest video and photography trends and applications to continually improve skills
15. Troubleshoot and problem-solve using vast knowledge of pre-production, production, and post-production best practices and software
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
16. Bachelor’s degree in film, video, media, production, photography, editing or a related field or relevant work experience
17. 5+ years of professional experience working in a creative environment such as an agency, production company, post house, freelance editor or event production
18. Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to conduct on-camera interviews, provide constructive real-time feedback, and guide participants toward clear and authentic delivery
19. Show reel of videos showcasing impressive, original work, natural talent and imagination
20. Proven technical aptitude with audio, lighting, and camera gear
21. Portfolio of still photography, event photography, and/or portrait photography
22. Understanding of editing concepts around pacing, structure and emotion
23. Ability to set up lights, c-stands, backdrops
24. Personable and friendly, be an effective interviewer
25. Experience with live event videography including gimbal techniques, drone, etc.
26. Ability to set up editing projects, manage folder and file structures, work quickly and efficiently, and archive in line with established team workflow
27. Advanced knowledge of Lightroom, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve
28. Excellent communication skills including the ability to articulate creative concepts
29. Technical aptitude related to color profiles, operating systems, export settings, codecs and ability to troubleshoot computer issues with tech support as needed
30. Plugged into advancements in motion, animation, music and video, including ever-evolving social media formats and technology
31. Passion for your craft, desire to do more and always improve
32. Eye for detail, ability to carefully cross-reference notes to deliverables
33. Positive, hard-working, “can-do” client service attitude
34. Desire to be a part of an organization that values teamwork and taking care of each other
Please ensure you provide complete and legible information in your application. An incomplete application may affect your consideration for employment.Creative Artists Agency (“CAA”) is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and creating a workplace culture in which diversity and inclusion is valued and everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As part of our zero-tolerance approach to discrimination in any form, you and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation, or any other legally recognised protected basis under UK law.Please inform CAA’s Recruitment Department if you need any assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.CAA does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by CAA to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any such employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the acknowledgement and agreement that CAA will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.