Video Production Assistant

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Our well-known pharma client is seeking a Video Production Assistant to

join their team for a 2 year contract, 40 hours/week.

This is hybrid (3 days onsite) in Mettawa, IL.

Role Summary

The Video Production Assistant (VPA) supports the Video Account Manager in producing high-quality video content within a fast-paced, high-volume agency environment. This role collaborates with internal teams and external vendors to manage video projects from concept through completion, ensuring alignment with brand standards, timelines, and budgets.

Top Must Have Skills

4-8 years of video production experience, preferably in an ad agency setting Strong understanding of video production workflows and processes Proven ability to develop production estimates and timelines Excellent multitasking and organizational skills Collaborative mindset with experience in high-pressure environments

Additional Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred Pharmaceutical or healthcare industry experience is a plus Strong verbal and written communication skills Experience working with senior leadership and external vendors Familiarity with hiring on-camera and voice-over talent Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Kantata)

Responsibilities

Manage video assignments under the guidance of the Video Account Manager Own and execute video projects, ensuring quality and compliance with brand and legal standards Develop and manage budgets, timelines, and production schedules Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure timely delivery Open and track video jobs in Kantata and maintain project documentation Support archiving and post-production processes Communicate project status and updates clearly and consistently Uphold agency production standards

In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems,

confidential and/or proprietary information or data, including medical data. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment. Additionally, drug products may be present in the workplace.

Benefits

Creative Circle’s Freelance Employee benefits package includes

eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele-behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to Candidates whose assignment[work location](https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A_postings.govdocs.com-23EDeoO8rKMTHH24E&d=DwMF-g&c=0eTCB0nNi4K2jeP4BAvnzcTY3bBUzv8iW-Zx9Sm4vP0&r=i4pXjBcjGNJYUo-kETIN7vFPxgZX5xxYqH-mhElUdC4&m=77conARkWbDuO2y4J8LQ5QUajad9lUkSwkcNtwz2oCGG3X1qzaI0Hej01o-ncv6&s=b23QfGDGPlVcn2bJqiFYbor6H498nvvDbQd0IPhRi68&e=){target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”}is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A Minimum Value (MV) PPO medical plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service. Looking forward to receiving your resume through our website and going over the position with you. Clicking apply is the best way to apply, but you may also: Email your resume in Word to: [meggan.sharma@jobalert.creativecircle.com](mailto:meggan.sharma@jobalert.creativecircle.com?subject=%20:%20MS14-1860008%20:%20Video%20Production%20Assistant) **Please do NOT change the email subject line in any way. You must keep the JobID: : MS14-1860008 — in the email subject line for your application to be considered.* Meggan Sharma – Recruiter, National Delivery For Creative Circle to represent you for this opportunity, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa such as a H-1B,TN, or O visa. We do not support or provide training for STEM/OPT programs. Additionally, you must be physically located in and perform the work for our client in the United States. This job was first posted by Creative Circle on 07/15/2025 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Creative Circle is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Creative Circle will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. If you need a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please