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Aura Creative

Production Assistant (P.A)

Aura Creative, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Photographer & Content Creator for Brands. Production Assistant – Photo & Video Shoots (Chicago)

AURA Creative is hiring a

Production Assistant

to support on‑set photo and video productions for lifestyle, beauty, e‑commerce, and brand clients. This is a hands‑on role for someone who understands production environments and can move quickly, stay organized, and support the creative team on shoot days.

Prior experience is required.

Responsibilities

Assist with on‑set photo and video production

Must be able to lift 50+ pounds

Set up and break down lighting, grip, and basic production gear

Lift, move, and transport heavy equipment (lighting stands, sandbags, gear cases, props)

Support photographers and videographers during shoots

Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient set

Assist with location prep, styling setup, and general production needs

Problem‑solve quickly and stay calm in fast‑paced environments

Requirements

Photo, video, and lighting experience is REQUIRED

Ability to

lift heavy objects

and be on your feet for long shoot days

Reliable transportation

(you will need to get yourself to shoots and locations)

Must be located

within 1 hour of downtown Chicago

Strong understanding of basic lighting setups and production flow

Punctual, dependable, and detail‑oriented

Comfortable taking direction and anticipating needs on set with an “everything is figure‑out‑able” attitude

Positive attitude and team‑first mindset

Nice to Have

Grip or lighting assistant background

Interest in growing within production or creative roles

Photo or video editing/digitech experience

Details

Freelance / project‑based (with potential for recurring work)

Shoots primarily based in Chicago and surrounding suburbs

Compensation based on experience

To apply: please email your resume to hello@auracreatv.com

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