Contract Travel Content Producer (Video)

Margaritaville at Sea • Orlando, FL

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

Margaritaville at Sea is seeking a highly creative and driven Videographer/Editor to bring our brand to life through compelling travel and lifestyle content. This hands-on role is ideal for a visual storyteller who thrives on capturing unforgettable moments, crafting engaging narratives, and producing high-quality content that resonates across YouTube, social media, and digital platforms. The ideal candidate will travel alongside our team to document onboard experiences, destination highlights, special events, and behind-the-scenes moments, transforming raw footage into inspiring stories that drive audience engagement and encourage travelers to book their next cruise vacation. This is a full-time independent contractor (1099) position that requires frequent domestic and international travel, often working in dynamic and fast-paced environments. If you have a creator mindset, excel under tight deadlines, and understand what makes audiences stop scrolling and take action, we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional videography and video editing experience, preferably in travel, lifestyle, hospitality, tourism, or branded content environments.
• Strong portfolio of work showcasing travel, lifestyle, documentary, YouTube, or social-first content with demonstrated storytelling ability.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, including editing, audio mixing, color correction, and content delivery across multiple platforms.
• Working knowledge of Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, and Lightroom for motion graphics, asset creation, and photo editing.
• Experience operating professional mirrorless and cinema camera systems, with the ability to capture high-quality footage in a variety of environments.
• Strong understanding of videography fundamentals, including lighting, composition, audio capture, color grading, and visual storytelling.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in fast-paced environments while consistently meeting deadlines.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with experience managing media libraries, project files, and production workflows.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with marketing, social media, and creative teams.
• Valid passport required and ability to travel domestically and internationally for extended periods as business needs dictate.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel days when necessary.
• Ability to lift, carry, and transport professional camera and production equipment throughout airports, ships, destinations, and event venues.
• Must own and maintain professional-grade video production equipment, including cameras, lenses, stabilization tools, audio equipment, and related accessories suitable for commercial content creation and frequent travel.
• Passion for travel, content creation, and emerging social media trends, with a strong understanding of what drives engagement across YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and other digital platforms.

Responsibilities

• Edit engaging long-form content for YouTube, taking projects from concept and story development through final delivery.
• Craft compelling narratives that balance entertainment, information, and brand messaging while maintaining viewer engagement.
• Develop high-performing short-form videos for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube Shorts.
• Repurpose content creatively and tailor edits to platform-specific trends, audience preferences, and best practices.
• Capture interviews, lifestyle footage, b-roll, guest experiences, and behind-the-scenes moments that bring destinations and onboard experiences to life.
• Use strong visual storytelling techniques to create emotional connections with audiences.
• Maintain an organized workflow by managing footage, project files, media libraries, and backups.
• Ensure all assets are properly cataloged, secured, and accessible throughout the production process.
• Ensure all content aligns with established brand standards, voice, and visual identity while consistently introducing fresh ideas, creative concepts, and innovative storytelling approaches that elevate the brand.
• Partner closely with social media, content, marketing, and creative teams to develop content strategies, plan shoots, and execute campaigns that support business and brand objectives.
• Stay current with emerging social media, YouTube, and digital content trends.
• Continuously identify new opportunities, formats, and creative approaches that help maximize content performance, engagement, and reach.
• Support all phases of content production, including pre-production planning, shot list development, scheduling, and on-location execution.
• Adapt quickly to changing environments and priorities while maintaining high production standards and meeting deadlines.

Benefits

• Opportunities for advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed