What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youtube Videographer position at Hew Moran Youtube?
Hew Moran is hiring a full-time 1099 videographer/cinematographer contractor to work on a large, fast-growing YouTube channel. This role requires someone who can shoot comedy effectively, understand timing and performance, and take a script or concept and help improve how it’s shot.
This is not an entry-level or learning position.
Schedule
- Monday–Friday
- Approximately 8 hours per day
- In-person (Long Island, NY)
Responsibilities
- Film daily YouTube content (comedy skits, IRL segments, studio shoots)
- Shoot video primarily in S-Log3
- Shoot still images in RAW for thumbnails, socials, and promotional use
- Read scripts or outlines and:
- Conceptualize shot ideas
- Improve pacing, framing, and comedic timing
- Suggest coverage that elevates the joke
- Recreate and match the visual style of earlier Hew Moran videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3AAfHp1BNCc and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eM6nqzHIiF4 and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=070K0KxPS1g
- Execute today’s upgraded production quality, consistent with: https://youtu.be/zslleyazrJI?si=83pWdIMBkvdb06tZ&t=11
- Proper exposure, white balance, and file management (photo video)
- Operate Sony A7S III
- Set up and operate Aputure lighting systems
- Handle basic on-set audio needs
- Work efficiently in fast-paced, creator-driven environments
- Maintain consistency so content still feels like Hew Moran
Travel Requirements
- Must be willing and able to travel occasionally:
Hew needs to have a cameraman who can travel to film where needed, varying from Los Angeles, and all over for collaborations and sponsorships. Including International, for example, he raced on the Monza track in Italy recently: https://youtube.com/shorts/mJup0_tVgE8. All travel and food is paid for by the company.
Required Experience (Non-Negotiable)
- Experience shooting comedy or narrative YouTube content
- Ability to take a script or concept and improve it visually
- Strong understanding of S-Log3 (exposure, ISO, LUT workflow)
- Experience shooting RAW photos
- Strong familiarity with Sony A7S III
- Comfortable working with Aputure lighting
- Prior experience filming YouTube / social media content
- Understands comedic timing, blocking, and performance
- Reliable, punctual, and professional
- Able to work independently without hand-holding
Compensation
- $48,000–$60,000 annually (1099 contractor), based on experience
- Consistent workload
- Long-term opportunity with a growing creator brand
Important
This is a 1099 independent contractor position.
Contractor is responsible for their own taxes, insurance, and benefits.
This role is not for beginners.
How to Apply:
Email jobs@hewmoran.com with:
- Brief introduction
- Portfolio or links to YouTube/social video work
- Examples demonstrating:
- Comedy or narrative shooting
- S-Log3 workflow
- RAW photo work
- Ability to match or elevate the styles shown above
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $4,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
Salary : $48,000 - $60,000