Freelance Education Video Producer - SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity)

Title: Freelance Video Producer

Reports To: National Director of Learning

Department: SEO Scholars, High School

Dates: Immediate – 8/31/2025

Classification: Consultant/Independent Contractor (1099)

Rate: $50.00/hr

LOCATION/HOURS

 Hybrid, 55 Exchange Place, New York, NY 10005

Contractor must be available to work onsite as projects require.

OVERVIEW

The SEO Scholars Curriculum & Instruction team is searching for a professional, proficient, collaborative, and creative video producer to provide course design support in creating and editing educational video content by assisting with ideating and executing engaging short-form video content and consulting with curriculum developers from diverse disciplines to understand course goals and the vision for the associated video content.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Video Production and Editing

• Create video content for the curriculum and instruction team's lesson materials accessed via the learning management system Brightspace (LMS).
• Collaborate with curriculum developers to develop original, thematic, and appropriate concepts and scripts for video projects for our academic curriculum.
• Input sound to enhance footage, which may include selecting music and adding voice-over.
• Digitally splice videos and synchronize them into one rough cut.
• Position requires some face-to-face personal interaction with curriculum team members.
• Ensure accessibility of video content (captions, alt text, etc).
• Oversee the quality control of all aspects of production.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and project workflows to ensure projects are delivered on time and quality standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

*All applicants who wish to be considered must include work samples. Please provide links to or upload a portfolio with your application. 

REQUIREMENTS

• Direct experience in short-form video production, including technical proficiency in video editing (e.g. Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere) and file management.
• Highly adaptable and solutions-oriented with an ability to solve complex problems when faced with tight deadlines and resource limitations.
• Strong project management skills including prioritization of tasks, delegation to the team, and scheduling of shoots.
• A background in instructional or education video production and working knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMSs) are strongly preferred but not required.
• Contractors must supply and manage their own videography equipment including hardware, software, tools, and cameras.  

EEOC Policy

At SEO we are committed to cultivating a team that embodies the backgrounds and experiences of the constituencies we serve and the communities we live in, and a workplace that reflects the impact we make in the world. Candidates from all communities – including people of color, women, members of the LGBTQIA+ Community, veterans, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity is not just the law, it is our commitment.

Sponsors for Educational Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/D/V. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics, or any other legally protected status.

If you need accommodation while applying for a role with SEO, due to a disability, please email SEO Talent.

THE ORGANIZATION

Established in 1963 by Michael Osheowitz, SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity), is an educational non-profit focused on improving outcomes for students from underserved backgrounds. For over 60 years, SEO has been an innovator in education, mentorship, and creating educational programs and opportunities that maximize the full potential of our participants. Each year SEO serves 7,000+ participants nationally, and the organization is widely recognized for developing best-in-class programs with exceptional results.

Not every SEO participant is on the same journey, but all are hungry for opportunity and SEO creates an ecosystem of excellence. Learn more about SEO's programs here: https://www.seo-usa.org/our-programs/