http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ Videomaker Community Forums » Tag: freelance - Recent Topics en Fri, 17 Feb 2012 08:09:23 +0000 http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/working-for-free#post-67985 Sun, 15 May 2011 02:09:42 +0000 Tim 67985@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I've just moved to a large metro area and have networked with several groups, mainly artists and performers, that have opened up a great number of opportunities for video work for me.  I'm a film student right now, but I've been doing video for around 7 years now.  My dilemma is that a lot of people come to me asking me to help them out by producing a video on the grounds that it'd be good experience, build my resume, spread my name...ect.  I realize that to a degree situations like that are true.  I just don't know at what point I can say "Ok, but you have to pay me." I want to build resume and all that, but honestly I'm afraid of becoming the guy that works for free.</p> <p>Any advice.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/struggling-to-find-clients#post-70428 Tue, 23 Aug 2011 20:29:28 +0000 Matthew Costa 70428@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I'm a film student in Boston and a resident of Cape Cod. My dream is to make movies someday, but paying for expenses is nice too.</p> <p>I work very hard to find people who might be interested in my services, which ranges from event video, music videos, and commercials.</p> <p>I've tried to reasonably price my service at $350 per day on production, a $100 consulting rate (which is for people who want help on troubleshooting), and $50 per hour for editing. Which I think is pretty cheap. And lots of people have turned their noses up at it.</p> <p>Posting on Craigslist has found me individuals who won't even pay more than $100 or less.</p> <p>Recently I've just given in and have been marketing my price at around $150 - $200 flat. Which I've begun to regret, but what else can I do?</p> <p>I have no idea how to just simply find and call up places that might require my service. And I have no experience in putting myself out there.</p> <p>Is there any advice someone can give me as to where to begin?</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/seeking-video-creator#post-65894 Fri, 25 Feb 2011 08:53:36 +0000 ep2002 65894@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>We are a very small online company seeking a talented video creator to be our go to person whenever we need a video done.</p> <p>For now we just want a 30-40 second video created with some images &amp; text &amp; background music.</p> <p>Down the road we may switch the music to a voice talent.</p> <p>We have several different sites, some in the adult industry (no nudity or sleaziness), some mainstream.</p> <p>Please PM us with your portfolio, price &amp; references.</p> <p>Thank you</p> <p> Michelle</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/how-many-ronin-members-do-we-have#post-58459 Mon, 10 May 2010 13:34:28 +0000 composite1 58459@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Reading the Forums lately I got curious as to how many 'Ronin' (Self-employed) Video folks we have out there. I've worked for other companies as an employee and contractor. But the ballgame is on a different level for those working on their own! Even if you've got a steady gig, but working your own on your off time that constitutes 'Roninism'. If you're a 'Masterless' videographer, producer or whatever, tell me your story....</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/videography-vs-photograpy#post-41773 Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:57:18 +0000 doseric 41773@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Hey everybody, just discovered the website. I'm Eric</p> <p>I consider myself as a digital artist and do a lot ot media (graphic, photo and video). I have more than 5 years and I have directed 5 music videos...I just got in Chicago to actually study my passion and earn a degree since there is no school for that in my country (Benin, Western Africa). I hold a degree in communication and advertising but that was just too much theory...</p> <p>Here is the fact:</p> <p>I use to work as digital media technician in the creative department of an advertising/production agency back home. I did a lot of designs for print, motion graphics and editing and photography. I was really proud back then since i had access to equipment and studio.</p> <p>Here I am now, and is struggling to pay my studies. I have decided to buy either a semipro camera and a camcorder and other accessories. but I can only buy one thing at a time.</p> <p> I know there is a lot of people here who do both Photo &amp; Video. I would like to know which market will help me make enough money to buy the rest of the equipment.</p> <p>I also would like to know if I SD is still around in the US video production because in Africa or rather in my country it is really rare and considered a luxury. I already own what i think is a good computer to do some work and is setting up my website.</p> <p>All support will be much appreciated (www.sericdossou.com)</p> <p>Thanks</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/freelance-video-producer-needed#post-34295 Wed, 26 Dec 2007 07:50:40 +0000 MonkeySee 34295@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>The Webs hottest new video destination, MonkeySee.com, has immediate openings for talented video producers looking to make money creating how-to video segments. Qualified producers can make from $200 to $2,000 per assignment, depending on the complexity of the project. You must be experienced and have your own equipment (3CCD camera, external microphone, and editing software). This is a perfect opportunity for experienced producers looking to supplement their existing workload, or to add a significant new income stream to their business.</p> <p>This is a great opportunity! Unlike other sites that pay according to the number of views, or purely subjective criteria, Filmmakers who receive assignments from MonkeySee and complete them according to our technical standards WILL be paid the full producing fee without strings attached.</p> <p>Sign up now to start receiving MonkeySee video assignments! Due to the high volume of applicants, MonkeySee cannot accept resumes or demo reels via email. To learn more and register for the program, visit <a href="http://www.monkeysee.com/filmmaker/become" rel="nofollow">http://www.monkeysee.com/filmmaker/become</a>.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/filmmakers-wanted#post-39374 Tue, 19 Aug 2008 07:53:06 +0000 DemandMedia 39374@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Demand Studios powers video content for over 50 of Demand Media's highly trafficked websites, including LiveStrong.com, ExpertVillage.com, eHow.com, and many others. Demand's instructional video content reaches over 30 million people worldwide every month. Demand Studios offers filmmakers the opportunity to reach a passionate audience and make money for videos they create.</p> <p>Demand Studios is seeking talented, independent filmmakers to take part in its freelance video program.  Filmmakers will produce short instructional videos for many of Demand Media's high profile websites. This program allows filmmakers to hone their technical abilities on paid assignments. Filmmakers work on their own schedule, from their own locations, and receive worldwide exposure for their work.</p> <p>Filmmakers are paid on a per project basis. Visit <a href="http://www.demandstudios.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.demandstudios.com</a> for more information.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/freelance-video-producer#post-36058 Thu, 17 Apr 2008 11:15:39 +0000 MonkeySee 36058@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>The Webs hottest new video destination, MonkeySee.com, has immediate openings for talented video producers looking to make money creating how-to video segments. Qualified producers can make from $200 to $2,000 per assignment, depending on the complexity of the project. You must be experienced and have your own equipment (3CCD and 16:9 capable camera, external microphone, and editing software). This is a perfect opportunity for experienced producers looking to supplement their existing workload, or to add a significant new income stream to their business.</p> <p>This is a great opportunity! Unlike other sites that pay according to the number of views, or purely subjective criteria, Filmmakers who receive assignments from MonkeySee and complete them according to our technical standards WILL be paid the full producing fee without strings attached.</p> <p>Sign up now to start receiving MonkeySee video assignments! Due to the high volume of applicants, MonkeySee cannot accept resumes or demo reels via email.  To learn more and register for the program, visit <a href="http://www.monkeysee.com/filmmaker/become">http://www.monkeysee.com/filmmaker/become</a></p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/part-time-freelance-filmmaker-video-maker-or-videographer#post-35239 Fri, 22 Feb 2008 18:49:45 +0000 videoyellowpages 35239@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Â The Webs newest local advertising site, <strong><em><a href="http://www.putlocal.com">PutLocal.com</a></em></strong>, has immediate openings for talented video producers, filmmakers and videographers looking to make some part-time money.</p> <p><strong>-SCOPE OF WORK-</strong><br /> You will be an independent contractor in exchange for compensation. You will be required to provide the following services:</p> <p>-Onsite filimg of high-quality video elements,<br /> -Some basic editing and background sound embedding,<br /> -Uploading of the finished video.</p> <p>Your equipment must meet these minimum requirements:<br /> a. Have a good quality video camera;<br /> b. Steady Cam &amp;/or Tripod;<br /> c. Lapel/Lavalier and other options: ShotGun Mic, Echo Mic, Boom Mic;<br /> d. Editing Software (Avid, Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premeire)</p> <p>You will be working on many locations so you must be presentable and pleasant to be around towns. You should be enthusiastic about your work and love to interact with new people. You should also be comfortable interviewing people on video camera. A good sound voice for narrations would consider a plus.</p> <p>If interested, please sign-up on this page: <strong><em><a href="http://boston.putlocal.com/review.php">http://boston.putlocal.com/review.php</a></em></strong></p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/freelance-video-producer-nationwide#post-35049 Tue, 12 Feb 2008 09:11:52 +0000 MonkeySee 35049@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>The Web’s hottest new video destination, MonkeySee.com, has immediate openings for talented video producers looking to make money creating how-to video segments. Qualified producers can make from $200 to $2,000 per assignment, depending on the complexity of the project. You must be experienced and have your own equipment (3CCD and 16:9 capable camera, external microphone, and editing software). This is a perfect opportunity for experienced producers looking to supplement their existing workload, or to add a significant new income stream to their business. This is a great opportunity! Unlike other sites that pay according to the number of views, or purely subjective criteria, Filmmakers who receive assignments from MonkeySee and complete them according to our technical standards WILL be paid the full producing fee without strings attached.Sign up now to start receiving MonkeySee video assignments! Due to the high volume of applicants, MonkeySee cannot accept resumes or demo reels via email.  To learn more and register for the program, visit <a href="http://www.monkeysee.com/filmmaker/become">http://www.monkeysee.com/filmmaker/become</a>. </p>