US freelance videographer

ACMER US Freelance Videographer / Photographer
Project Overview

ACMER is looking for US-based freelance videographers / content creators to help us film short brand stories featuring real creators, makers and small business owners.

Each story will introduce the person, their creative journey, workspace and how they create with ACMER.

We are looking for a natural, authentic and documentary-style feel, rather than a highly produced commercial.

Scope

For each brand story, the freelancer will:

Travel locally to the creator's workspace
Conduct a simple interview
Capture the creator working and using their equipment
Shoot lifestyle and product B-roll
Capture basic portrait / workspace photography if possible
Edit the footage into one finished brand story
Final Deliverable
1 × brand story video
Final length: 3–5 minutes
Basic editing
Basic color correction
Basic audio cleanup
Simple subtitles / titles
Background music
16:9 final video

Advanced motion graphics, animation or VFX are not required.

Shooting

Typical shooting scope:

Half-day shoot / approximately 4–5 hours
1 creator
1 primary location
Interview + B-roll
Natural working / making process
Product and finished-project shots

We will provide the basic story direction and key talking points. The freelancer does not need to develop a full documentary concept independently.

Ideal Freelancer

You would be a good fit if you:

Are based in New York
Have experience filming people / creators
Can conduct a simple interview
Have good documentary / lifestyle shooting skills
Can work independently on location
Can handle basic video editing
Have your own camera and basic audio equipment

Experience with makers, artists, designers, woodworking, jewelry, DIY, crafting or small businesses is a plus.

Equipment

Professional cinema equipment is not required.

A reliable camera, microphone and basic stabilization / lighting equipment are sufficient.

Budget

Up to $1,000 USD per brand story, depending on location, shooting scope and portfolio.

The budget is intended to cover:

Local shoot + basic editing + final video delivery.

Additional travel or production expenses should be discussed in advance.

Application

Please send:

Portfolio / website / Instagram / YouTube
2–3 relevant video examples
Your location / city
Your estimated rate for a half-day shoot + basic editing
Equipment you typically use
Availability

We are especially interested in creators who can make the story feel authentic, human and visually engaging without requiring a large production team.