Social Video Producer (Freelance)

Accelerate Action, Inc. • Boston, MA

4d • $50 - $65 • Onsite

About The Position

Accelerate Change is seeking a freelance, Social Video Producer to serve as a hands-on technical lead for their short-form digital series. This is a production-first freelance opportunity for an individual based in the NYC Tri-State Area to capture content in real life. The producer will manage a set, handle audio/visual logistics, and direct talent on the street, serving as the hands-on showrunner for short-form series, moving from pre-production logistics to filming on-location to overseeing the edit.

Requirements

• Commitment to social change, with a focus on communities of color.
• 3+ years of production experience in TV, studio, or digital media production.
• Understanding of the discipline of a set and the technical requirements of high-quality video.
• Technical proficiency with camera gear, audio setups (lavs/handhelds), and lighting.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues on the fly.
• Based in NYC or LA with deep knowledge of local culture and locations.
• Organized and autonomous with the ability to take a creative brief and turn it into a shoot schedule.

Nice To Haves

• Experience directing talent on the street.

Responsibilities

• Field Production & Street Shoots: Capture "in the moment" content by attending local events, conducting person-on-the-street interviews, or filming on-location skits with a "run-and-gun" agility and comfort shooting high-quality mobile video on the fly.
• Show Development & Ideation: Ideate and pilot fresh short-form content formats for in-house and partner brands, shaping experimental, social-first storytelling and leveraging local geography and community.
• On-Air Talent & Host Persona: Step in front of the camera for TikToks, Reels, and digital segments, embodying the voice and face of select shows to bring personality, relatability, and consistency.
• Scripting & Storytelling: Write engaging scripts and pre-production materials for short-form video series and experimental content, crafting narratives that hook viewers and drive community action.
• Flexible Pre-Production Support: Act as a creative partner across the team, participating in writer's room brainstorms and creating quick-turn shot lists or briefs.
• Brand-Driven Approach: Ensure every episode and asset is intentional and aligned with its brand, maintaining voice, tone, and aesthetic consistency.
• Digital Media Unicorn Energy: Wear different hats and assist wherever needed in the creative process, including design, short-form video editing, and social media copywriting.

Benefits

• 3-month contract opportunity with potential for extension.
• Compensation: $50-$65/hour.
• Estimated 20 hours per week.

What This Job Offers

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