Createensemble is hiring: Content Creator (Reels Production) in Chicago
Createensemble, Chicago, IL, US, 60290
We’re looking for a creative, energetic, and independent Content Creator who can bring our medieval/dark history aesthetic to life through short-form video.
Responsibilities
- Full-cycle Reels production
- Develop ideas and scripts for short-form videos
- Create trending, engaging, and high-retention content
- Shoot vertical content inside the museum
- Edit videos (CapCut/Final Cut/Adobe — any tool you prefer)
- Add subtitles, transitions, sound design, effects
- Actor search & coordination
- Find a suitable actor for the role of medieval executioner
- Coordinate their schedule
- Direct basic acting / movement during shoots
- Creative direction
- Bring fresh ideas and viral concepts
- Understand social media trends and adapt them to a dark historical aesthetic
- Work closely with CMO to align style and storytelling
Qualifications
- Strong experience in shooting and editing short-form video
- Understanding of trends on Reels/TikTok/YouTube Shorts
- Ability to find and manage talent (actor coordination)
- Creativity and strong sense of visual storytelling
- Confidence working independently and generating ideas
- Interest in true crime, dark aesthetics, or history — big advantage, but not required
Deadline
Saturday, February 28th 2026
Location
Chicago, IL 60601, USA