As part of Home Chef’s Marketing team, this role will have the opportunity to increase Home Chef’s consumer awareness, engagement, and brand presence on a variety of social media channels through the support and development of creative content. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in creating compelling video content for both organic and paid social media platforms. The ideal candidate will have a passion for storytelling through video, possess strong conceptual and technical skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Video Creation:

• Collaborate with the social media team to develop innovative video concepts and ideas that align with our brand identity and marketing objectives
• Help create shot lists, storyboard, shoot and direct short-form original content
• Utilize Adobe Premiere Pro + After Effects editing software to edit high-quality videos that engage our target audience across various social media channels
• Optimize videos for different social media platforms by adhering to their specific formatting and duration requirements
• Actively seek feedback from team members and incorporate suggestions to improve the quality and effectiveness of video content

Social Channel Research:

• Understand social media user trends and preferences and ensure Home Chef’s social media presence resonates with consumers 
• Document video content-related processes and guidance for future reference

Content Creation Brainstorms

• Using the social media research, actively participate in standing bi-weekly and monthly digital content brainstorms led by Home Chef’s brand strategy and creative teams
• Use Home Chef priorities and insights from previous campaigns to develop videos that align with Home Chef’s goals

This position requires 0% travel. 

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or other characteristics needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

• Currently enrolled in -OR- completed a four year degree program at an accredited college or university
• Proficient in video shooting, editing, and production techniques, with experience using software such as Adobe Premiere Pro + Adobe After Effects, or similar
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with team members and communicate ideas
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and timelines while maintaining a positive attitude and meeting deadlines
• A portfolio showcasing previous video projects or relevant work samples is highly desirable

Salary Range: $20.00 p/h

Perks and benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – benefits start the 1st day of the month following your start date
• Company-paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability
• 401(k) Employer match
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) for qualified Medical, Dependent Care, Parking, or Transit expenses
• Flexible paid time off (PTO) policy, holidays and sick time
• Generous Parental Leave
• State-of-the-art office in the historic Old Post Office building in downtown Chicago, close to multiple Metra and CTA options, and amenities such as a food court, onsite gym, and communal rooftop space
• Discounts on Home Chef meal kits and at Kroger stores
• Casual dress in a fun, friendly, and collaborative work environment

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How We Work Together

We are humble team players.
We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input.

We are pragmatic next-level thinkers.
We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking.

We take ownership.
We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals.

Be at Home at Home Chef

We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you’ll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace.

We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at hr@homechef.com.

Home Chef is an equal opportunity employer.

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