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Freelance Video Producer
freelance / contingent / short term / not a full-time hire position
WHO WE ARE?
We are a successful, rangy, video production company serving leading technology brands with global live productions and marketing videos.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
An experienced FreelanceProducer with at least 5 years of experience leading productions in a live or live-to-tape multi-cam environment, including as a show producer in a live production control room. Must also have field production experience for case study projects. This is not an entry level opportunity. Please apply only if you have LIVE AND CREATIVE STORYTELLING video production experience: generating ideas, building rundowns, timing live shows, producing segments, reviewing scripts and some writing. Must be able to make quick editorial decisions, and be comfortable working directly with corporate clients.
This is a freelance / contingent / short term contract.
RESPONSIBILITIES
•Lead production of live multi-cam studio shows in a control room environment;
•Write, develop,and produce highly compelling case studies and mini-doc style content;
•Collaborate with core production team to ensure technical specs complement creative elements;
•Build and manage show rundown;
•Exercise editorial judgment;•Interact with clients directlyand generate new business relationships;
•Involvement in creation and maintenance of production schedules;
•Delegate and supervise work of associate producers and segment producers as assigned;
•Create storylines in post-production and manage workflow, including effective paper edits;
•Collaborate with client teams on segment planning and scripting;
•Manage graphics and motion graphic workflow and development
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
•Minimum 5 years of experience in live talk and case study style projects;
•Must understand how to lead a multi-camera live production from start to finish;
•Experience producing creative storytelling packages in the field with a small crew;
•Self-starter who can work effectively under deadline pressure while coordinating multiple tasks;
•Excellent interpersonal skills combined with a strong sense of how to visually tell a compelling story;
•Organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail;
•Demonstrated strong oral/written communication skills (non-narrative script writing skills are a plus);
•Creative problem-solving skills;•Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
•Positive, can-do attitude;
•Strong references.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams is a must
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: WORK ENVIRONMENT
This freelance role routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and printers;
•This freelance position routinely requires one to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl or run and to do so outside, occasionally in inclement weather;
•The ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance;
•Must be able to operate various electronic devices including recording, video and photography equipment;
•Must be able to work at a computer or audio equipment for long periods of time.
EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK (Office / On-site)
This is designated as Office / On-site in the Greater Seattle Area (King, Pierce, and Snohomish Counties). Office / On-site is defined as being required to be in office / on-site up to five days a week at the Mighty Media office or client site.In the event a Mighty office or client office were not available for use (i.e. Covid-19, building construction, etc), it is expected that you will provide your own arrangement to work remotely.The office generally operates from 9am-5pm, but days and hours of this position may vary week-to-week.A willingness to work varying schedules including weekends, nights, holidays, long shifts (10+ hours), and/or travel as needed is required for productions. Work location may shift due to Covid protocols and safety. Mighty Media’s workplace policies are subject to change at any time based on business necessity and manager discretion•Other Duties:oPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the Freelance Producer for this job.Duties, responsibilities, and activities may be added as necessary.
This is NOT a fulltime hire position; this is a short-term freelance role.