Senior Video Production Consultant (Part-Time)
We are seeking candidates for a Senior Video Production Consultant position with a top-tier investment management firm located in Boston, MA. The Senior Video Production Consultant will provide part-time, on-call support to the firm’s in-house video production team and play a hands-on role throughout the production process, supporting studio and on-location shoots across directing, technical direction, camera operation, lighting, audio, and real-time troubleshooting. This role is ideal for an experienced freelance video production professional who is currently working in the industry or a related field.
This is a contract position that will pay $45-50/hr (depending on experience) on an as-needed basis. This position supports a hybrid work model within their Boston office.
Responsibilities:
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Support studio and on-location video productions, including directing/technical directing, camera operation, lighting, audio, and talent support.
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Operate Blackmagic switchers and cameras, Sony A7/FX6 cameras, ProPresenter, and professional audio equipment.
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Set up and execute lighting, camera, and audio configurations based on production needs.
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Troubleshoot technical issues in real time and conduct pre- and post-production equipment setup and breakdown.
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Maintain and organize studio and field production equipment to ensure production readiness.
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Support on-location shoots, including equipment transport, setup, B-roll, and event photography.
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Collaborate with producers and internal marketing, social media, and events teams, with flexibility for occasional evening or off-hours work.
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Organize and prepare media for editorial handoff and provide light editing support in Adobe Premiere.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in Film, Media Production, Communications, or a related field required.
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4–8+ years of professional experience in video production, grip work, or a related production environment.
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Demonstrated experience directing and/or technical directing multi-camera studio productions.
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Hands-on experience with Blackmagic Design switchers and studio cameras.
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Strong proficiency operating Sony cameras, including the FX6 and A7 series.
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Solid understanding of professional audio capture and mixing, including lavalier, boom, and wireless microphone systems.
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Strong practical lighting experience in both studio and on-location environments.
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Experience using ProPresenter for live graphics cueing and playback.
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Working knowledge of Adobe Premiere for media organization, basic editing, and exports.
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Strong technical troubleshooting skills and the ability to remain calm and solutions-focused during live productions.
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Excellent organization, communication, and collaboration skills.
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Flexibility to work occasional evenings and travel to external shoot locations as needed.
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please email your resume to Olivia at [email protected].
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