Documentary Videographer - Johannesburg, South Africa - Twine

    Twine
    Twine Johannesburg, South Africa

    1 month ago

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    About Twine

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    Our Mission

    At Twine, we recognise that companies require a flexible approach to hiring expert freelancers for their most critical projects. Traditional freelance platforms often fall short when it comes to scalability and diversity. That's where we shine. Twine operates as a thriving global freelance network, with diverse experts across various fields, including marketing, engineering, and AI. Our core mission is to empower creators, whether they're businesses or individual freelancers, to thrive in their creative endeavours.

    About the Role

    Our client, a South Africa-based adventure company is seeking an experienced videographer to capture footage for an upcoming documentary-style project titled "Karoo is Calling." This is a contract position with the potential for future work. The selected videographer will be responsible for shooting on location in the Karoo region of South Africa for part of the week, effectively capturing the essence of the project through compelling visuals. The final edited video is expected to be delivered by the end of April.

    Responsibilities:

    • Collaborate with the project team to understand the creative vision and goals
    • Plan and execute on-location video shoots in the Karoo region
    • Capture high-quality footage using professional videography equipment
    • Employ creative techniques to tell a compelling story through visuals

    Requirements

    • Mid-level experience in professional videography and video editing
    • Expertise in documentary-style videography and storytelling through visuals
    • Proficient with industry-standard video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro)
    • Strong creative eye and attention to detail
    • Ability to work well under tight deadlines
    • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
    • Willingness to travel and shoot on location in the Karoo region