Freelance Event Videographer / Social Content Creator Bowtie Media Chicago, IL Job Details Freelance $50 - $85 an hour 13 hours ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Hospitality Photography lighting equipment Live event videography Content creation Attention to detail Video recording equipment Event photography Instagram Lighting for video production Source interviews File organization Sound recording for video production Full Job Description

FREELANCE EVENT VIDEOGRAPHER / SOCIAL CONTENT CREATOR

Chicago, IL On-site contract assignment September 23-24, 2026 $50-$85 per hour, depending on experience and capabilities

ABOUT THE PROJECT

Bowtie is seeking a Chicago-based freelance videographer and social content creator to capture social-first content during Design Chicago at

THE MART.

The assignment will center on a luxury kitchen and appliance showroom, including an interactive culinary event, showroom activity and engagement with designers, dealers, media and invited guests. This role focuses on candid, human and timely social content rather than formal architectural or beauty photography. The content will primarily support Instagram Reels and Stories, with potential use on LinkedIn and other brand channels. Exact coverage hours and final deliverables will be confirmed before booking. Applicants should be available on September 23 and 24.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Capture high-quality vertical 9:16 video Film showroom activity, guest arrivals and natural interactions Capture appliances, food and beverages in use Record short interviews with chefs, designers, brand representatives and guests Capture complete product demonstrations and interaction sequences Record clean audio in a busy event environment Capture event signage, environmental details and establishing footage Identify meaningful social moments without continuous direction Coordinate professionally with photographers, event staff and brand representatives Provide priority clips during the event or by the following morning Deliver clearly organized raw footage within the agreed timeline Follow brand guidelines, event restrictions and approval requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated experience capturing live events A strong portfolio of vertical social content Experience with luxury brands, interiors, architecture, hospitality, food or design events is preferred Ability to record clean interview audio Confidence directing brief, conversational interviews Strong visual judgment and attention to detail Ability to work discreetly in an active showroom Reliable communication and file management Ability to work independently from a creative brief and shot list Must provide your own equipment

EQUIPMENT

Applicants should have equipment appropriate for mobile event coverage, including: Professional camera or high-quality mobile capture system Stabilizer or gimbal Wireless microphones Compact lighting when needed Spare batteries and recording media A reliable file-backup process

DELIVERABLES MAY INCLUDE

Organized raw vertical footage Same-day priority selects Next-morning selects Short interviews and soundbites Candid event photography Edited vertical videos or Reels Raw footage should be delivered without baked-in music, captions, logos or graphics unless requested.

COMPENSATION

$50-$85 per hour, depending on experience, equipment and turnaround capabilities. A four-hour minimum may apply. Applicants should provide hourly, half-day and full-day rates. Editing, same-day turnaround, additional crew and other production services will be scoped separately.

USAGE AND AGREEMENT

The selected creator must be comfortable providing negotiated usage rights to Bowtie, the client and participating brands. The creator may be asked to sign an independent contractor agreement, confidentiality terms and event-specific releases. Any paid-media usage will be discussed separately.

TO APPLY

Please include: A link to relevant vertical event work Examples of raw footage and finished edits, if available Confirmation that you are available September 23 and 24 Your location and ability to work at

THE MART

Your hourly, half-day and full-day rates Your editing rates Your typical turnaround time A brief equipment list Whether you carry liability insurance Your phone number and availability for a brief introductory call Applications without relevant work samples may not be considered.

Pay:

$50.00 - $85.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Application Question(s): Are you available in Chicago on both September 23 and 24? Can you deliver organized raw footage within 24 hours? Provide a link to vertical event content you personally captured.

Work Location:

In person