Freelance Social Media Content Creator, Videographer & Photographer

Freelance Social Media Content Creator, Videographer & Photographer Location: Carson, CA – On Site Type: Independent Vendor / Project-Based Compensation: $1,000 per completed content package Potential Frequency: Up to one package per week based on performance and our needs CHAC College is seeking an experienced social media content creator, videographer and photographer to produce high-quality, lead-generating content for our career training school in Carson, California. We are not simply looking for a videographer. We want someone who understands social media marketing and can independently develop creative concepts that capture attention, showcase our programs and motivate prospective students to inquire about attending our school. The ideal creator combines creative strategy, social media expertise, videography, photography and editing and requires minimal direction from us. This is a project-based independent vendor opportunity. The initial assignment is one $1,000 content package. Successful work may lead to additional projects, potentially as often as weekly, but future assignments are not guaranteed. $1,000 Content Package Each project includes: - Up to 3 hours of on-campus shooting in Carson - Creative planning and concept development - 3 unique video concepts - Each concept delivered in both vertical and horizontal format - 6 final edited video files total - 20 professionally edited photographs per concept - 60 final edited photographs total - Professional video and audio editing - Captions/text overlays, transitions and appropriate music when needed - Color correction and audio enhancement - Final content delivered ready for publication - One reasonable round of revisions Social Media Videos Vertical videos will primarily be used for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts and digital advertising. Our goal is not simply to produce attractive footage. Each concept should have a clear marketing purpose and be designed to capture attention and generate prospective-student interest and leads. Content may include: - Hands-on student training - Student experiences and testimonials - Instructor demonstrations - Career and program highlights - Laboratories and equipment - Campus life - Educational or entertaining concepts - Trend-based content appropriate for our brand -Graduate Success Stories The creator should understand hooks, storytelling, viewer retention, calls to action and lead generation. Horizontal Website Videos Each of the three concepts must also be delivered as a polished horizontal version suitable for our website and other digital marketing channels. You should shoot with both formats in mind so each version is professionally composed for its intended platform rather than simply resizing or awkwardly cropping one version. Professional Photography During the same shoot, you will capture 20 professionally edited photographs for each of the three concepts, for a total of 60 final photographs. Photography should capture authentic, professional images of students, instructors, classrooms, laboratories, hands-on training, equipment and campus activities. We Want Someone Who Can Take Creative Ownership We are specifically seeking an experienced creator who can come to us with ideas rather than waiting for us to tell you exactly what to film. You should be able to: - Understand our school, programs and prospective-student audience - Research competitors and relevant social media trends - Develop 3 strong concepts for each shoot - Create compelling hooks and scripts - Determine the marketing objective of each video - Direct students, instructors and staff during filming - Recognize spontaneous content opportunities while on campus - Understand what makes viewers stop scrolling - Incorporate effective calls to action - Produce polished content requiring minimal revisions We value marketing judgment as much as technical production ability. If you are an excellent camera operator but require the client to develop all of the concepts, scripts and creative direction, this project is probably not the right fit. Equipment As an independent vendor, you must provide your own professional equipment and tools, including appropriate cameras, lenses or professional-quality mobile equipment, microphones, lighting, stabilization equipment, editing software and any other equipment necessary to complete the project. Project-Based Relationship Compensation is $1,000 per completed and approved content package. The initial engagement is for one content package only. If we are pleased with the quality, creativity and effectiveness of the content, we may commission additional packages, potentially as often as weekly. However, there is no guarantee or commitment regarding future projects, hours, assignments, duration or compensation beyond each individually commissioned project. Each additional package will be separately offered and agreed upon. To Apply Please provide: 1. Links to 3–5 of your strongest short-form videos that you personally conceived, filmed and edited 2. Examples of professional photography 3. Examples of horizontal video work 4. Examples of lead-generation or business marketing content 5. A brief description of your role in creating the portfolio examples 6. For at least one video, briefly explain the marketing objective, target audience and creative strategy Applications without a strong video portfolio will not be considered. We are looking for someone who understands the difference between creating beautiful footage and creating strategic content that generates attention, interest, inquiries and leads.