The Compass Church is hiring: Video Assistant in Naperville

If you're passionate about working hard, sharing your faith, and growing the Kingdom, we might be the right place for you to use your gifts. Our mission, Helping People Find & Follow God, is not an easy calling in today's world, but we know God is bigger than any challenge we face and we're constantly re-focusing our passion to be in step with His calling on our lives. We've built a team that does great work and has an awesome time doing it, all while balancing work and home life.
Do you love storytelling through video and creative media? The Compass Church is looking for a Video Assistant to help bring ministry stories, events and life-change moments to life through engaging visual content. In this part-time role, you’ll work alongside our Visual Director to create videos that inspire, inform and connect our church community while supporting the mission of Helping People Find & Follow God. This is a great opportunity to use your creativity and passion for media to make a meaningful impact through ministry. Pay range: $20–$25/hour.
Position Summary The Video Assistant supports the Visual Director in the planning, production and delivery of video content that engages and informs The Compass Church community. This role is responsible for assisting in all stages of video production, from concept development through final editing, while helping to communicate ministry initiatives, events and stories through creative and compelling visual media. Through their work, the Video Assistant helps The Compass Church fulfill its mission of Helping People Find & Follow God. The ideal candidate is both technically skilled and creatively driven, with the ability to manage multiple projects and adapt in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Primary Responsibilities Lead video projects from storyboard concept through post-production delivery in collaboration with the Visual Director
Produce video content to engage the church community, including testimonies, teaching videos, ministry highlights and special event communications (e.g., baptisms, online services, website content)
Participate in midweek and weekend recordings as schedule allows
Capture and edit clips from weekend services for social media and promotional use
Apply knowledge of current media trends to create engaging and relevant content
Collaborate effectively with staff and volunteer ministry teams
Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines
Qualifications & Skills 3–5 years of professional experience in video production or design
Strong portfolio demonstrating a range of completed video projects
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Premiere Pro, After Effects and Photoshop
Working knowledge of video, lighting and audio recording equipment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to prioritize workload and manage time effectively
Self-starter with the ability to work independently
Adaptable and responsive to challenges or changing priorities
Receptive to constructive feedback
Comfortable balancing routine tasks with interruptions and troubleshooting needs
Ability to quickly learn new tools, systems and processes
Additional Requirements: Attend weekly Campus and ministry staff meetings
Attend monthly All-Staff meetings
Affirm the Statement of Faith and be in theological agreement with The Compass Church and the Evangelical Free Church of America
Regularly attend weekend worship services at The Compass Church
Become a member of The Compass Church within 12 months of employment (spouse included if married)
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office
Willingness to take on additional duties as assigned
Benefits medical, dental and vision insurance (80% paid) with a Health Savings Account (HSA)
life and disability insurance (100% paid)
vacation
paid holidays
a 403b retirement plan match
event discounts and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Part-time positions include part-time vacation
a 403b match
event discounts and access to the EAP program

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