Chicago-Based Mixologists for Paid Brand Collaborations

The Desire Company is excited to announce a unique opportunity for Chicago-Based Mixologists to engage in paid brand collaborations with premium spirits brands. We are looking for talented bartenders and mixologists to showcase their craft and creativity while helping to promote exciting cocktail recipes and beverage experiences.

Project Overview:

• Filming Location: Chicago, IL (local experts preferred)
• Time on Set: Approximately 3–5 hours (half-day; subject to change)
• Final Deliverables: 1 Product Recommendation Video per project
• Pay: Starting at $1,500

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and prepare innovative cocktails using specified premium spirits, showcasing your unique mixology skills.
• Engage in a brief pre-production call (15-30 minutes) to align on project concepts and expectations.
• Collaborate with our production crew during a professionally managed filming session to capture the cocktail-making process and engage with the audience.
• Share insights and tips about mixology and the featured products, enhancing audience engagement.

How It Works (it’s quick):

Once you express interest, we will pitch you to relevant brand and retail partners. If selected, we’ll schedule a pre-production call to align on goals, expectations, and logistics for the product testing and filming phases.

By joining our expert community, you’ll be considered on an ongoing basis for future paid projects that match your expertise, availability, and interests.

If you’re a dedicated mixologist with a passion for your craft and consumer education, we’d love to hear from you.

Additional Details:
This is a work-for-hire opportunity.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a mixologist or bartender.
• In-depth knowledge of spirits, cocktails, and mixology techniques.
• Comfortable and confident in front of the camera.
• Local to the Chicago area.

Benefits

• Compensation: Get additional income and enjoy a fair compensation model that rewards your expertise and time.
• Increased Exposure: Showcase your skills, knowledge, and expertise to a broader audience by leveraging the platforms of renowned brands, potentially reaching millions through diverse marketing channels.
• Flexibility: When scheduling filming, we work around the schedule that works best for you.