Videographer (9 Month Contract)
Department: Operations
Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Location: Oakville, Ontario HQ
Reporting To: Simon Chen
Compensation: $50,000 - $65,000 / year
Description
About you:
You’re a creative storyteller who makes videos for fun, obsesses over what’s new, and knows how to grab attention in a crowded feed. You’re eager to shape how the world sees Vital Bio—turning complex science and bold mission into compelling visual narratives. You’re comfortable planning, shooting, and editing across a range of formats, from product showcases and interviews to culture pieces and event coverage. You thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and are excited to grow your craft while helping tell the story of a platform that could redefine diagnostics.
What you'll do:
- Plan, shoot, and edit high-quality video content for marketing campaigns, the company website, email, social channels, and other brand touchpoints.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to develop concepts that align with brand guidelines, messaging, and campaign goals.
- Film a variety of content, including expert interviews, product and instrument showcases, behind-the-scenes culture pieces, and event coverage.
- Manage end-to-end post-production workflows, including color grading, sound mixing, basic motion graphics, and final export for multiple platforms.
- Maintain and organize video assets, footage archives, and production equipment, ensuring easy access and version control.
- Help develop and evolve a consistent visual identity and style across all video content as our brand grows.
- Stay current on video trends, tools, and platforms, bringing fresh ideas to how we communicate visually.
What you need:
- 0–2 years of professional or portfolio-level videography experience (internships, freelance, or personal projects count).
- Proficiency in video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar.
- A strong portfolio that demonstrates storytelling ability, visual creativity, and attention to pacing and narrative.
- Basic knowledge of lighting, audio capture, and camera operation in both controlled and run-and-gun environments.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Ability to work collaboratively, take creative direction, and iterate based on feedback.
- Clear communication skills and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
Bonus points for:
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Photoshop, Audition).
- Experience with motion graphics, animation, or basic 3D work.
- A genuine interest in science, health, biotech, or mission-driven startups.
- Experience shooting in lab or technical environments and translating complex topics into accessible visuals.
- An appreciation for puns and contributing to a fun, supportive team culture.
Why Join Us?
At Vital Bio, you will:
- Be the visual voice of a team doing work that matters—creating video content that helps the world understand and believe in a new era of diagnostics.
- You’ll have the opportunity to grow your craft quickly, take on increasing creative responsibility, and see your work reach patients, partners, and peers.
- You’ll collaborate with a supportive, multidisciplinary team that values clarity, curiosity, and bold storytelling—and that knows when to laugh along the way.
Compensation will be determined based on the individual’s demonstrated experience, education, training, relevant certifications or licensure, and other applicable business and organizational factors.
This role is a current, onsite vacancy.
