What are the responsibilities and job description for the Freelance Multimedia Producer (Shooter/Editor) position at Weston Media Center?
Weston Media Center is seeking a reliable and creative freelance videographer and video editor to assist with community programming, interviews, podcasts, special events, public-service content, and other video productions.
This is an as-needed independent contractor position. Assignments will vary based on our production schedule and may include filming, editing, or a combination of both. Flexibility for occasional evening and weekend assignments is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Film community events, interviews, podcasts, studio programs, and other productions
- Edit video content for cable television, websites, YouTube, social media, video-on-demand, and streaming platforms
- Set up and operate cameras, microphones, audio equipment, and lighting
- Perform audio editing, color correction, titling, graphics, and captioning as needed
- Organize footage and project files according to Weston Media Center’s production workflow
- Export and deliver completed videos in the required formats
- Communicate clearly with staff, community partners, and program participants
- Complete assignments dependably and within established deadlines
Required Qualifications
- Proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Audition, Adobe Express, and Adobe Creative Suite/Creative Cloud
- Strong video-editing skills and an understanding of visual storytelling
- Ability to work independently and follow established production guidelines
- Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills
- Reliable transportation to production locations in and around Weston
- A professional and courteous approach when working with community members
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience operating professional video cameras
- Experience with microphones, sound equipment, and lighting
- Experience filming live events, interviews, or multi-camera productions
- Previous work in community media, nonprofit communications, local television, or similar environments
- Flexibility to accept evening and weekend assignments
Professional production experience is preferred, but we are willing to provide training on our cameras, sound equipment, lighting, and production workflows for the right candidate.
Compensation and Schedule
Compensation is $30 per hour. This is a freelance, independent contractor position, with assignments offered on an as-needed basis. The number of hours will vary, and regular weekly hours are not guaranteed.
About Weston Media Center
Weston Media Center is a nonprofit community media organization serving Weston, Massachusetts. We produce and distribute local government coverage, community programming, educational content, podcasts, special-event coverage, and original productions across cable television, online video, and streaming platforms.
How to Apply
Please submit:
- A résumé or summary of relevant experience
- A link to a demo reel, portfolio, or examples of recent work
- Your general availability, including evening and weekend availability
Please send application materials to nathan@westonmedia.org
Weston Media Center welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment.
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