Sr. Creative Lead, Video Production

Overview Chick‑fil‑A’s internal Content Design & Production Team is seeking a highly motivated Video Producer/ Editor to develop world‑class multimedia content for our Staff, Operators, and Team Members. This role serves as a “practitioner‑strategist”, moving seamlessly from behind the camera to the edit suite while creating highly engaging, cinematic content for Chick‑fil‑A’s internal channels including learning, communications, community impact, events, branding, and much more. As a creative problem solver who blends technical fluency, business acumen, and strategy the Video Producer/ Editor will support key stakeholders within the People department and across the enterprise bringing strategy to life through projects ranging from nimble, fast‑turn video content to large‑scale, multi‑cam productions. This specialist brings a unique skill set including concepting content ideas, copywriting, producing, shooting, and editing helping elevate Chick‑fil‑A’s wide range of video content across field and staff. Additional Job Specific Duties Post‑Production: Organize, upload, and edit source footage, audio, and other media assets, maintain organized project files and efficient workflows. Project Management: Oversee the entire production process from initial concept to final delivery, develop and manage project timelines, scheduling, budgets, and resource allocation, manage multiple projects simultaneously, track progress, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Budget Management: Develop and manage production budgets. Responsibilities Creative Excellence & Storytelling: Lead the end‑to‑end development of world‑class multimedia content, translating complex strategies into clear, cinematic narratives for internal Chick‑fil‑A audiences. Full‑Scale Production: Plan, shoot, and direct high‑quality video and audio content, managing everything from lean, fast‑turn projects to large‑scale, multi‑cam productions. Expert Post‑Production: Execute dynamic video editing, motion graphics, and audio mixing, ensuring all final assets comply with Chick‑fil‑A Visual Identity Standards and brand guidelines. Strategic Project Management: Oversee the entire production lifecycle, including timeline development, resource allocation, and budget management to ensure on‑time and within‑budget delivery. Vendor & Resource Coordination: Manage external agencies and production partners, including onboarding, SOW management, and on‑site logistics like location scouting and permitting. Stakeholder Collaboration: Consult with internal clients and creative partners (writers, designers, etc.) to incorporate feedback into actionable creative solutions that meet business objectives. Innovation & AI Integration: Prototype creative solutions using emerging AI tools to streamline production workflows and stay current with industry best practices. Brand Stewardship: Act as a guardian of the Chick‑fil‑A culture and mission, ensuring all content reflects the brand's commitment to being the world's most caring company. Required Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities) 5 years working with a creative team as a video producer/editor. Relevant experience in video production, editing, or a related field. Portfolio showcasing editing range, motion graphics capability, and self‑shot content. Deep proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Premiere Pro and After Effects. Strong knowledge and relevant experience working with cinema cameras such as Sony FX6, FX9, Blackmagic, and other DSLR bodies. Fluency with lensing, production lighting, and audio needs for various interview setups. Experience with compositing, motion graphics, titles, and other video design assets.Experience with audio mixing tools. Current industry knowledge and understanding of multimedia production processes, platforms, and best practices. Ability to interpret and apply brand guidelines and Visual Identity Standards. Basic understanding of AI video creation tools such as Synthesia, Veo 3, Sora, Vyond, etc. Working knowledge of AI design and production tools (Adobe Firefly, Midjourney, DALL·E, Runway, etc.). Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities) Technical Versatility: Experience with additional editing platforms (DaVinci Resolve, Avid) or specialized audio mixing tools. Communication: Ability to clearly articulate creative concepts and pitch new ideas to senior leadership and stakeholders. Organization: Proven ability to manage multiple high‑priority projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced, matrixed corporate environment. AI Knowledge: Familiarity with generative AI design and production tools (e.g., Adobe Firefly, Runway, Midjourney) to enhance creative workflows. Required Years of Experience : 6 Preferred Years of Experience : 7 Travel Requirements : 20% Required Level of Education : Bachelor's Degree Required Major/Concentration : Film/Video Production, Media Studies, Marketing, Communications Relocation Assistance Provided : No #J-18808-Ljbffr Chick-fil-A Plainfield, Indiana