Video Services Specialist - Freelance (Part-Time)

Baird • Milwaukee, WI

13d

About The Position

The (freelance) Video Services Specialist will serve as an Independent Contractor and project manager for the internal video services department. As a freelance Video Services Specialist you will assist the Manager of Video Services, internal and external video producers, directors, and videographers for creative projects, video shoots, and photo shoots across pre-production, production, post-production, and delivery. You will also collaborate with internal clients, Marketing Specialists, Writers and Producers for creative projects, providing clear and helpful customer services. This role is a freelance, part‑time position. The selected individual will operate as an independent contractor and will bill Baird for hours worked. This position is not a regular Baird Associate role and is not eligible for Associate benefits. The Impact You’ll Make: Project Management: Participate in weekly Video Services Team meetings Convert Workfront requests to jobs Create Timelines in Workfront Opens job folders in Active Jobs on the server Schedule project kick-off meetings Schedule scouting trips Reserve selected shooting locations, both within Baird facilities and for off-site productions Hire and schedules crew Schedule talent when necessary and communicate timelines, production needs, and wardrobe preferences Obtains compliance approvals Upload assets to Digital Asset Management (DAM) system Share final production deliverables as needed in various formats as directed by manager Communicate project updates with clients, Marketing Specialists, Writers and Creative/Art Directors Manage multiple ongoing creative projects and works with team to flag issues and possible delays Video Shoot Assistance: Transport equipment to and from locations Set up and strike video equipment (lighting, cameras, tripods, sound equipment, etc.) Meet vendors, talent, and Baird partners at security and escorts them to the proper floor / location Assist internal and external Videographers, Directors, and Producers during all phases of production Periodic camera operation as needed/able What You’ll Bring to Baird: Creative project management experience in the video services and photo space Proficient in Microsoft platform (Outlook, Excel, Word) Experience with Workfront Project Management system (or similar project management system) Knowledge of video production workflows Must have independent registered business (LLC preferred) Valid EIN required Ability to invoice weekly #LI-AK1 Baird is committed to diversity and provides employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, military service, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. Baird is an employee-owned, international financial services firm specializing in wealth management, capital markets, private equity and asset management. Our mission is straightforward. We strive “to provide the best financial advice and service to our clients and be the best place to work for all.” Our culture is like no other with extraordinary people who make Baird great for our clients and one another. Nationally recognized as a great place to work since 2004, we invite you to learn more about Baird, our culture and our people. Baird is committed to inclusion & diversity for our clients, our associates and the communities where we live and work. This commitment stems from our culture of integrity, genuine concern for others and respect for the individual. We view inclusion & diversity as an ongoing journey – one of shared responsibility, continuous improvement and a focus on progress. We invite you to join us as we work together to foster an environment where diversity unites rather than divides us.

Requirements

• Creative project management experience in the video services and photo space
• Proficient in Microsoft platform (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Experience with Workfront Project Management system (or similar project management system)
• Knowledge of video production workflows
• Must have independent registered business (LLC preferred)
• Valid EIN required
• Ability to invoice weekly

Responsibilities

• Participate in weekly Video Services Team meetings
• Convert Workfront requests to jobs
• Create Timelines in Workfront
• Opens job folders in Active Jobs on the server
• Schedule project kick-off meetings
• Schedule scouting trips
• Reserve selected shooting locations, both within Baird facilities and for off-site productions
• Hire and schedules crew
• Schedule talent when necessary and communicate timelines, production needs, and wardrobe preferences
• Obtains compliance approvals
• Upload assets to Digital Asset Management (DAM) system
• Share final production deliverables as needed in various formats as directed by manager
• Communicate project updates with clients, Marketing Specialists, Writers and Creative/Art Directors
• Manage multiple ongoing creative projects and works with team to flag issues and possible delays
• Transport equipment to and from locations
• Set up and strike video equipment (lighting, cameras, tripods, sound equipment, etc.)
• Meet vendors, talent, and Baird partners at security and escorts them to the proper floor / location
• Assist internal and external Videographers, Directors, and Producers during all phases of production
• Periodic camera operation as needed/able

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees