
URGENT: Video Research Assistant (Gather Footage for YouTube videos)
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Remoto
•2 hours ago
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We're producing high-quality documentary-style videos about DJ lives, their rise to fame, dramatic falls, and compelling behind-the-scenes stories. We're looking for a detail-oriented Video Research & Footage Specialist to join our production team. Your Role: You'll receive a completed script for each video and your job is to: - Research and locate relevant footage based on the script content - Download high-quality video clips (primarily from YouTube and other online sources) - Organize all footage in a clearly labeled Google Drive folder - Label files with simple, descriptive names (example: "mixing_in_club.mp4", "interview_backstage.mp4", "early_career_performance.mp4") What We're Looking For: ✅ Strong research skills and ability to find specific footage online ✅ Familiarity with downloading videos from various platforms ✅ Excellent organizational skills ✅ Reliable internet connection and ability to work independently ✅ Attention to detail and ability to follow script requirements ✅ Experience with Google Drive ✅ Bonus: Knowledge of DJ culture and electronic music industry Requirements: - All footage must be minimum 1080p resolution - Fast turnaround time (we need someone who can start immediately) - Consistent availability for 2-4 videos per month This is perfect for you if: - You're resourceful at finding footage online - You enjoy research work - You're organized and detail-oriented - You can work independently with clear instructions You'll work closely with me (the YouTube strategist) and with our video editor. For 15min videos, we might need at least a couple of hours worth of footage. When you apply, please let us know your rate for a deep dive research like this (per video). Thanks