Freelance Video Producer Job at ZATV, Burbank, CA

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  • ZATV
  • Burbank, CA

Job Description

Position Summary

ZATV is seeking a talented and experienced Unscripted Producer with a strong passion for music (especially from the 90s to the 2010s) and a deep understanding of nostalgia-driven content. The ideal candidate will excel at developing, researching, and producing unscripted YouTube videos (~30 minutes) from concept to completion, with occasional on-camera hosting as required to enhance storytelling and audience engagement.

This position is freelance, on-site, and reports directly into the VP of Content. The majority of our REACT productions are executed in our studios located in Burbank, CA.

Key Responsibilities

  • Generate creative ideas and develop episode concepts that resonate with the audience, presenting them to the creative team for feedback and approval.
  • Conduct extensive research to identify compelling topics, cultural moments, and nostalgia-driven concepts that align with the brand’s audience. Ensure that all facts and information presented are thoroughly verified for accuracy and credibility. Continuously explore music, pop culture, and internet trends to inform content creation.
  • Collaborate with the creative team and production department to prepare episodes, ensuring all necessary elements (cast, assets, scripts, discussion points, etc.) are in place.
  • Oversee the full production process of each assigned video, with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring the successful execution of high-quality episodes that fulfill the strategy framework. 
  • Work effectively with cast members who are "everyday" people, asking probing questions or making comments to elicit interesting, and engaging reactions or responses.
  • Work closely with editors and post-production team to ensure the story and tone of each episode is adequately captured while maintaining quality control over final exports. 
  • Partner with other departments, including casting and creative, to ensure seamless execution of projects.
  • Successfully maintain multiple projects, while effectively managing time and other responsibilities.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience producing unscripted content for YouTube or similar formatted productions.
  • Proven ability to develop high-performing content with a strong grasp of storytelling, pacing, and audience engagement.
  • Strong research skills and attention to detail, with the ability to translate findings into engaging content.
  • 3+ years video production experience and familiarity with video production equipment and software, including cameras, lighting, editing, and audio recording.
  • Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere, Photoshop, etc.)
  • Deep knowledge and passion for music and pop culture, particularly from the 90s to the 2010s.
  • A passion for and knowledge of the social media space, with a keen understanding of platform-specific trends and audience behavior.
  • Experience utilizing an "everyday person" cast to convey information on a specified topic that is interesting is a PLUS.

Rate: $1,000/Ep.

Zatv is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds and everyone is encouraged to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, national origin, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state or local law.

Job Tags

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