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Freelance (1099) Photographer / Videographer

Location : San Rafael, CA (In-office 2-3 days per week)

Day rate : $280-$440

Insight Editions is seeking a skilled and creative freelance -1099 photographer / videographer to join our team and help bring our products to life. This individual will capture high-quality photography and video for our books, products, and projects while also assisting in developing a functional in-house studio space. The ideal candidate is highly collaborative, efficient, and has a keen eye for detail and experience in product photography.

Responsibilities :

Capture white box photography of books and products following our standard operating procedure, with quick turnaround times.
Create both short video clips (20 seconds) optimized for platforms like Amazon, as well as longer promotional videos highlighting book features, set to music.
Film and produce candid behind-the-scenes videos and photography to authentically showcase our team, creative process, and collaborations with staff, creators, authors, and brand partners.
Edit external video content provided by authors and collaborators.
Assess existing equipment and empty space in the office to design and build a functional studio setup.
Collaborate with the team to ensure all visual content aligns with brand standards and marketing goals.
Maintain organization and manage deadlines for multiple projects simultaneously.

Requirements :

Proven experience in photography and videography, including white box / product photography and candid, behind-the-scenes photography.

Proficiency in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, etc.).

Ability to film and produce high-quality videos, including interviews and feature-focused content.

Strong attention to detail and creative vision for compelling visuals.

Excellent organizational and time management skills to ensure quick project turnarounds.

Must be local to the San Rafael area and available to work on-site 2-3 days per week.

Ability to travel (very rarely and with a long notice time) to shoot content on location locally and nationally.

Comfortable assessing and utilizing in-house equipment and space to create a functional studio setup.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience with product photograph and interview videography.

Ability to work independently while also being an effective team player.

Familiarity with creating content for e-commerce platforms like Amazon.

Familiarity with creating content for social media like TikTok or Instagram.

If you’re passionate about storytelling through photography and videography and are excited about working with a creative team, we’d love to hear from you!

Please send CV, cover letter, and links to portfolio of previous product photography, product video, and interview video.

Insight Editions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Salary : $280 - $440

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