Social Video Producer (Freelance)

TL;DR

Social Video Producer (Freelance): Hands-on technical lead for short-form digital series with an accent on field production, street shoots, and capturing IRL content in NYC or LA cultural hubs. Focus on run-and-gun filming, directing talent, scripting narratives, and overseeing edits for brand-aligned storytelling.

Location: Remote for individual based in NYC Tri-State Area or LA for local shoots

Compensation: $50-$65/hour, roughly 20 hours/week, 3-month contract with potential to extend

Company

Nonprofit digital media lab founded in 2012, focused on increasing civic engagement in BIPOC and low-income communities through scaling cultural media, influencer networks, and campaigns.

What you will do

• Conduct field production and street shoots, including events, interviews, and on-location skits with run-and-gun agility using high-quality mobile video.
• Ideate and develop short-form content formats leveraging local geography and community for in-house and partner brands.
• Appear on-air as talent or host for TikToks, Reels, and segments, bringing personality and consistency.
• Write scripts and pre-production materials for engaging, action-driving narratives.
• Provide flexible support in brainstorms, shot lists, editing, and other creative needs.
• Ensure brand alignment in voice, tone, and aesthetics across episodes and assets.

Requirements

• Based in NYC Tri-State Area or LA with deep local culture knowledge for shoots and content capture.
• 3+ years production experience in TV, studio, or digital media, understanding set discipline and high-quality video technical requirements.
• Technical proficiency with camera gear, audio setups (lavs/handhelds), lighting, and on-the-fly troubleshooting.
• Commitment to social change, social justice, and work focused on communities of color.
• Organized, autonomous logistical mindset to turn briefs into shoot schedules.

Culture & Benefits

• Mission-driven team of digital media innovators with tech, business, civic engagement, and media backgrounds.
• Emphasis on centering people of color, working-class backgrounds, women, LGBTQIA+, and marginalized communities.
• Equal opportunity employer encouraging diverse applications.

Hiring process

• Upload resume and details on experience via website application.