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SABRE - Security Equipment Corporation

About the RoleWe are seeking a contract videographer and video editor to help us produce compelling, story-driven content for our educational and social media channels. This hybrid role is ideal for someone who&rsquo;s not only a skilled editor, but also confident behind the camera, able to conceptualize, capture, and deliver engaging visuals that align with our brand.You&rsquo;ll work closely with our creative team to shoot content when needed, and edit both pre-recorded and newly captured footage into professional horizontal YouTube videos and vertical clips for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts. This project-based role offers flexibility, and we're looking for someone who can reliably deliver high-quality work through the remainder of 2026.Responsibilities<ul><li>Filming &amp; Content Capture</li><li>Plan, shoot, and light product-focused and story-driven short videos in a studio or real-world setting</li><li>Operate camera, audio, and lighting equipment to capture high-quality footage</li><li>Contribute to concepting and visual storytelling for new content formats</li><li>Occasionally work on-site (Chicago) for planned shoots</li></ul>Video Editing<ul><li>Edit long-form podcast and educational videos into polished horizontal content for YouTube</li><li>Trim, arrange, and enhance clips using motion graphics, music, color correction, and sound design</li><li>Repurpose content into short-form vertical clips (15&ndash;30 sec) for TikTok, Reels, and YouTube Shorts</li><li>Edit B-roll or product footage into one cohesive social media video per week</li><li>Optional: shoot and edit one additional Reel or short-form video weekly</li></ul>Creative Collaboration<ul><li>Communicate regularly with our team to align on vision and content direction</li><li>Share rough cuts, incorporate feedback, and revise as needed</li><li>Stay aligned with our brand guidelines and implement creative improvements as needed</li></ul>Trend Awareness &amp; Content Strategy<ul><li>Stay up to date with current trends in social media formats, visual storytelling, and editing styles</li><li>Analyze the performance of videos and propose improvements to increase engagement</li></ul>Weekly DeliverablesThe role requires a commitment of approximately 8&ndash;10 hours per week:Educational video editing<ul><li>Approx. time: 5 hours</li><li>Output: 2 YouTube videos edited from raw video footage</li></ul>Resize &amp; repurpose for short‑form content<ul><li>Approx. time: 1.5 hours</li><li>Output: Vertical short‑form clips for social media, with versions both with audio and without audio</li></ul>Video stitching<ul><li>Approx. time: 1.5 hours</li><li>Output: 1 TikTok/Reel video created from existing content</li></ul>Bonus: Shoot &amp; edit a Reel<ul><li>Approx. time: 2 hours</li><li>Output: 1 additional short Reel, filmed and edited</li></ul>Required Skills and Qualifications<ul><li>3+ years' experience in both videography and video editing, with a strong portfolio demonstrating your ability to shoot and edit content across formats and platforms</li><li>Proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or equivalent editing tools</li><li>Comfort operating camera, lighting, and audio equipment, and shooting in various environments</li><li>Strong grasp of storytelling, pacing, and editing for multiple platforms including YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok</li><li>Experience with motion graphics, color correction, and sound design</li><li>Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to creative feedback</li><li>Solid understanding of social media trends, video specs, and content styles across platforms</li><li>Clear communication skills and collaborative mindset</li></ul>Contract Details<ul><li>Employment type: Independent contractor</li><li>Location: Hybrid, with 1-2x in-person shoots/month in our Chicago office</li><li>Weekly Hours: Approx. 8-10 hours per week (with flexibility for bonus work)</li><li>o Additional hours: In-person shoots 8-16hrs per month</li><li>Compensation: Hourly/flat‑rate based on experience and portfolio</li></ul>How to ApplyPlease send your resume and portfolio, highlighting examples of any of the following:<ul><li>Long-form educational or podcast videos</li><li>Short-form social media videos</li><li>Any content you've both filmed and edited</li><li>Bonus: emotionally driven or storytelling-focused video content</li></ul>Shortlisted candidates may be invited to complete a trial project as part of the hiring process.We look forward to seeing your work and possibly welcoming you to our creative team!Pay: $27.00 - $34.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Flexible schedule</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Contract Videographer & Video Editor (Chicago Hybrid)

Quick Pics

Quick Pic Tours is a local company that photographs properties for real estate agents and other real estate professionals. We provide the marketing required to gain customers and provide the back office solutions for payments, editing and uploading the images. We also provide training to photographers to assist them in using our systems.WHO SHOULD APPLY: This is a 1099 contract position. We are currently looking for photographers with flexible schedules, that live in the position area. Candidates should adhere to professional conduct and appearance standards and have their own reliable transportation, a high speed internet connection and detailed knowledge of digital photography. A background in customer service and sales is a plus as you will be contacting customers to confirm schedules. If you have never done real estate photography but have done other types of photography and have samples of your work, please feel free to apply. We are looking to hire someone with experience taking regular photos, drone photos, videos, and Matterport / 3D tours.WHAT: We need you to photograph real estate property including residential homes, office buildings and more and send the high quality images to us. No editing is required. At the end of the day, the photographer will upload the raw files to our FTP server. All images and clients are the exclusive property of Quick Pic Tours, LLC.WHERE: This position is for Austin and nearby cities.WHEN: Flexible schedules are provided but daytime hours are usually the norm. Shoots will vary depending on time of year and availability. Twilight hours, some evenings and Saturday shoots may be available. Generally, the photographer will take between 15-35 photos per home and may be on location between 45 minutes and 1 hour.HOW: We require that photographers use equipment with minimum specs. Preferably a 7d (or equivalent or better), a wide angle lens (10-11mm for cropped sensor camera, or 13-14mm on full frame camera), a monopod or tripod and good working knowledge of their camera settings, composition and shooting in raw format.WHY: It's a great way to increase your skills while making extra money and working for yourself.PAYMENT: $30-50 per shoot (more for videography, twilight shoots and larger homes) and we do our best to keep all of your shoots in the same geographic location. Generally, the photographer will take between 15 and 25 photos per home and should be on location between 45 minutes and 1 hour. Payment is made on the 5th and 20th of each month.APPLY NOW: Please send us your contact info including name, address, phone number, and work experience. You must be at least 18 or older to apply, be able to pass a background check and be drug free.' ' Work Location:<ul><li>Multiple locations</li></ul>Work Remotely<ul><li>No</li></ul>Job Type: ContractPay: $30.00 - $65.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Flexible schedule</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>Please list all camera equipment that you have including, but not limited to:</li></ul>Type of camera, Lens(es), Drone (if applicable), Matterport or 3D Camera (if applicable), etc. Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Austin, TX (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: On the road

Contract Photographer / Videographer for Real Estate - Austin

Elevation Event Photography

Videographer (Contract / Freelance)We are seeking an experienced videographer with a strong background in weddings and live events. The ideal candidate has a refined eye for storytelling, professional-grade equipment, and the ability to work independently while maintaining exceptional quality standards.Responsibilities<ul><li>Capture weddings, corporate events, and lifestyle sessions with professionalism and creativity.</li><li>Utilize personal videography equipment, including cameras, lenses, audio, and lighting.</li><li>Deliver raw digital files to the production team promptly after each assignment.</li><li>Edit and produce polished highlight reels or full-length films as assigned.</li><li>Maintain consistent brand quality and cinematic style in every project.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Proven experience in wedding or event videography (portfolio or reel required).</li><li>Ownership of professional-level camera, audio, and lighting gear.</li><li>Strong understanding of composition, color, and cinematic editing.</li><li>Reliable transportation and flexibility to travel throughout the Phoenix Valley area.</li><li>Ability to meet editing deadlines and collaborate remotely.</li></ul>Additional Information<ul><li>Projects are located throughout the greater Phoenix area; editing work may be completed remotely.</li><li>The listed address is for administrative purposes only.</li><li>If you receive a rejection notification, please note that it does not necessarily indicate that your application will not be reviewed further. Qualified applicants may still be contacted directly.</li></ul>Application Status<ul><li>Important: If you receive an automated rejection, your application may still be under active review. We will personally contact candidates we&rsquo;re moving forward with. Please don&rsquo;t interpret the system notification as a final decision.</li></ul>Job Type: ContractPay: $55.00 - $85.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Flexible schedule</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Videographer

CJ Media

Weekend Sports Videographer (Lacrosse)$40&ndash;$75/hr &middot; Paid Travel &middot; Signing Bonus &middot; Paid TrainingWhy this role is different<ul><li>Consistent weekend work</li><li>Paid training + workshops to learn fast</li><li>Clear path to higher pay tiers</li><li>Work alongside a high-performance team</li></ul>Compensation &amp; perks<ul><li>$40&ndash;$75/hour (based on gear + performance)</li><li>Paid travel time</li><li>Signing bonus</li><li>Referral bonus for bringing in qualified videographers</li><li>Paid workshops</li><li>Fast, reliable payouts after each event</li><li>Flexible scheduling</li><li>No chasing clients - Just show up, film, and get paid.</li></ul>About the role:We film lacrosse tournaments across NJ, PA, DE, and MD.<ul><li>Weekend-based work</li><li>Travel up to ~2 hours (car required)</li><li>Steady summer + fall schedule</li><li>Opportunity for bookings every weekend</li></ul>Requirements:You must own or be willing to invest in (a):<ul><li>Camera capable of internal 4:2:2 10-bit at 4k 60fps or higher</li><li>70&ndash;200mm lens, fixed aperture (lens rentals are accommodated up to the average $)</li><li>V90 SD cards or CFE Type A</li><li>400gbs+ of storage</li><li>V-Mount battery</li><li>Tripod with fluid head</li><li>ND filters</li><li>Monitor + battery</li></ul>If you do not meet these requirements and are not willing to invest, this role is not a fit.Editing &amp; workflow<ul><li>On-site clip editing (case dependent)</li><li>Same-day uploads following defined workflow</li><li>Training and templates provided</li></ul>Qualified applicants are contacted via text.Job Types: Contract, FreelancePay: $40.00 - $75.00 per hourLanguage:<ul><li>English (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: On the road

Sports Videographer – 4K 60fps+Camera Required (FX3/A7SIII/R5C+)

Nomads Content Studio

We&rsquo;re looking for a passionate, motivated, and social media-savvy videographer to work with our dealership client in Sarasota, Florida.You need to have your own mirrorless video camera and wireless lav mics.If you thrive on capturing dynamic, high-quality content, collaborating with brands to bring their stories to life, and enjoy creating for social media, this role is for you.Professional experience isn't required, but having filming experience is a plus.- NO VIDEO EDITING REQUIRED, JUST FILMING &amp; UPLOADING.-NO PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED, JUST HUNGRY, CREATIVE, AND UNDERSTAND YOUR OWN CAMERA.Role OverviewAs a contracted videographer, your role will be to spend 6 hours per week (1 day per week) with our client&mdash;and you will be trained on exactly what to capture.The footage you capture will be used to create short-form clips for social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube Shorts, as well as occasional long-form content depending on the client&rsquo;s needs.You will work as a contractor directly for the client while receiving guidance and support from our creative team.What Makes You a Great Fit?<ul><li>You don&rsquo;t need professional experience&mdash;just a hunger to learn, collaborate with big brands, and grow your craft.</li><li>You know how to operate a camera inside and out and are confident capturing great footage in different environments.</li><li>You have intuition for what makes good content and a strong understanding of social media trends and aesthetics.</li><li>You&rsquo;re adaptable, eager to improve, and excited about creating compelling visuals for fast-growing brands.</li></ul>Responsibilities<ul><li>Filming 6 hours per week to start.</li><li>Capturing high-quality content across multiple locations or in-office settings.</li><li>Working closely with clients to understand their vision and create video content aligned with their brand goals.</li><li>Staying attuned to social media trends to ensure the captured footage aligns with current platform best practices.</li><li>Communicating regularly with our team to ensure client satisfaction and alignment on content goals.</li></ul>Skill Requirements<ul><li>Basic videography experience&mdash;whether from personal projects, hobbies, or client work.</li><li>Intuition for creating engaging social media content.</li><li>Strong understanding of your camera equipment and the ability to troubleshoot independently.</li><li>Willingness to adapt and learn in a fast-paced, creative environment.</li><li>Clear and consistent communication with clients and our team.</li></ul>You need to have your own mirrorless video camera and wireless lav mics.Job Requirements<ul><li>Flexibility to film on location, both in-office and on the go.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to manage client expectations.</li><li>Punctuality and commitment to meeting filming deadlines.</li><li>Being able to direct people and are strong minded. </li></ul>Communication Expectations<ul><li>Clear and proactive communication with clients and our team.</li><li>Timely responses to emails, calls, or messages.</li><li>Collaborative mindset and openness to feedback.</li></ul>Job Types: Part-time, Contract, FreelancePay: $28.00 - $33.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>On-the-job training</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>What camera &amp; lav mics do you own?</li><li>Do you understand that this is a filming and uploading ONLY role at a car dealership? Do you understand that this is a part time role for 1 day per week?</li></ul>Work Location: In person

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Sports Videographer – 4K 60fps+Camera Required (FX3/A7SIII/R5C+)

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Sports Videographer – 4K 60fps+Camera Required (FX3/A7SIII/R5C+)

Sports Videographer – 4K 60fps+Camera Required (FX3/A7SIII/R5C+)