Freelance Content Producer - NY

New York, USA (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New GradContract

Posted 3 months ago

Job Summary

Drive hands-on promotional video work for live comedy/theater at UCB, coordinating from concept to delivery with leadership.

  • Own end-to-end production of promotional pieces (concept through final delivery).
  • Must-have: Experience producing, shooting, and editing digital promos with fast turnaround.
  • Standout: Comedy sensibility and ability to manage multiple live-projects simultaneously.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Produce approximately 3 promotional content pieces per week from concept through final delivery under the supervision of the Executive Director
  • Shoot and edit content for:
  • Live comedy shows
  • Theater promotions
  • Special events and projects
  • Capture footage in live performance environments
  • Edit short-form video content optimized for social platforms
  • Manage projects from pre-production through final delivery
  • Coordinate with theater leadership, performers, and marketing staff
  • Maintain organized media workflows, file management, and delivery schedules
  • Create graphics and design elements as needed
  • Identify opportunities for recurring content formats and audience engagement
  • Adapt quickly to changing priorities and production needs

Requirements

  • Experience producing, shooting, and editing digital promotional content
  • Strong editing skills with fast turnaround capability
  • Comfortable working independently in live event environments
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Strong comedic sensibility
  • Experience creating sizzle reels / trailers for comedy
  • Familiarity with social-first content and platform best practices
  • Proficiency with production and editing tools such as Adobe Premiere, CapCut, Final Cut, Photoshop, Canva
  • Experience capturing live comedy, theater, entertainment, or event content is strongly preferred

Preferred

  • Self-directed and highly organized
  • Strong creative instincts with an understanding of comedy pacing and tone
  • Able to balance speed with quality
  • Comfortable collaborating while also taking ownership of execution
  • Interested in comedy, entertainment, and digital audience growth

Freelance Content Producer - NY

Upright Citizens Brigade · New York, USA · On-site