What are the responsibilities and job description for the Video Production Engineer III position at Cars Commerce?
Be essential at Cars Commerce
At Cars Commerce, we're fanatical about simplifying everything about car buying and selling. We do right by our customers and consumers to better connect the industry with simplified and tierless technology to enhance, measure and drive local automotive retail. Whether through our No.1 most recognized marketplace, Cars.com, our industry-leading digital experience, Dealer Inspire, our trade and appraisal technology, AccuTrade, or our new Cars Commerce Media Network, Cars Commerce is essential for success in the automotive industry.
No one ever travels alone here : at its core, Cars Commerce is collaboration. In fact, it's built into the very fabric of our shared values. We like to say we Rise Together - putting people at the center of what we do, from consumer to customer to community. Life at Cars Commerce makes it easy when we share the ethos to be Open to All, encouraging open-minded communication because we know diverse thinking yields better outcomes. But critical to our success is Caring to Challenge and Taking Ownership, fueling a competitive spirit in a respectful environment where we think about tomorrow but act today. At our foundation, we have integrity, Doing the Right Thing, even when it's hard. It's our shared commitment to these values that makes Cars Commerce a place where growth becomes not only possible, but downright unavoidable.
But don't take our word for it. As a U.S. News & World Report Best Company to Work For in 2024, we're obsessive about the employee experience. We are among the top 20% being declared "Best" of our industry based on six critical factors that are important to employee wellbeing, like quality of pay, benefits, work life balance and more.
The Video Production Engineer is responsible for operations of the Walnut Studio and Riverside Media Suite. They are a highly skilled in video production with a specific expertise on technical elements.
The Cars Commerce Video Production team is a small but mighty part of the larger creative and marketing organization. With productions all over the country that scale from simple virtual recordings to national TV broadcasts, the Video Production Engineer is at the center of it all, managing the technical equipment and resources required to produce high-quality video content at scale. As the primary SME for all-things gear, they are responsible for the maintenance, repair, and operation of the Video Production team's professional cameras, audio, lighting, drones, and other equipment.
Reporting to the Director, Video Production, the Video Production Engineer thrives on self-direction, taking ownership with gusto, and embracing their role as the primary SME for all-things video production equipment. They lead by influence across video production and post-production teams, making recommendations on workflows and techniques using their breadth of knowledge in the tools of the video trade.
The Video Production Engineer is also the primary steward of Cars Commerce's two studio spaces : the Executive Studio located at the Cars Commerce headquarters in the Chicago Loop, and the Main Automotive Stage facility located in the West Town Neighborhood. As such they're in constant communication with facilities and security teams to ensure that the day-to-day operation of the studios adheres to Cars Commerce's uncompromising standards for safety, cleanliness, and productivity. When internal and external customers look to use the studios, the Video Production Engineer is there to create a welcoming environment and exceptional customer service.
They're also a shining example of operational excellence, using best-in-class equipment management software to maintain the Cars Commerce database of owned equipment across both facilities. They diligently confirm equipment check-out requests, verify asset locations, and maintain records for reporting on equipment and stage utilization. In partnership with the Director, Video Production, they'll develop key insights into departmental KPIs and drive business cases for equipment upgrades that impact Cars Commerce's storytelling and efficiency.
Finally, the Video Production Engineer also understands the fast-paced environment of production and is responsive to the ever-changing needs of the team, always ready to adapt to process improvements and have recommendations on how to equip. Part account manager, part tinker, and part accountant, the Video Production Engineer owns how Cars Commerce's studio and equipment can create streamlined, impactful storytelling at scale.
Responsibilities
- Inventory Management
- Catalog and track video production equipment inventory
- Keep all video production equipment in good working order, completing repairs themself when possible and facilitating repairs when necessary
- Train Production staff on proper operation of equipment
Studio / Production Support
Video Operator
Client Services
Required Skills
Location : This role is classified as in-office located in the Chicagoland Area, and is expected to be onsite at the Cars Commerce Studio as needed.
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Salary Range
80,100.00-98,100.00
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Salary : $80,100 - $98,100