Key Responsibilities
Pre-production
- Research and identify potential shoot locations (factories, makerspaces, rural projects, etc.)
- Negotiate access, filming permissions, and fees with factories and vendors
- Coordinate with sponsors to arrange timely product deliveries and ensure all necessary materials are available for shoots
- Arrange travel and accommodations for domestic and international shoots
- Hire and coordinate freelance staff (camera operators, fixers, translators, drivers, editors)
- Plan shoot schedules, shot lists, and production logistics
Production
- Serve as the on-location producer, managing the shoot schedule and flow
- Act as the liaison between our team and local contacts
- Assist with camera/drone operation when needed
- Keep detailed shot notes for communication with editors
- Anticipate and solve problems on the ground before they disrupt the shoot
Post-production
- Offload, back up, and deliver footage to editors
- Provide editors with shot notes and maintain continuity of the artistic vision
- Oversee the editing and finishing process, ensuring continuity of artistic vision between the host, camera operator, editors, and thumbnail artists.
- Ensure all content meets the high standards and overall style of Strange Parts, Stranger Parts, and Electric Ranch.
Requirements
- 2–5 years of experience as a producer in documentary, reality TV, or YouTube field production
- Proven experience producing in international and challenging locations (portfolio required)
- Based in the Denver/Boulder area and within a 1-hour commute of Idaho Springs
- US passport holder with extensive travel experience (including in developing countries)
- Strong relationship-building skills and ability to work with diverse teams and cultures
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage complex schedules
- Comfortable working outdoors and in varied conditions (snow, heat, rural environments)
Why Work With Us
- Produce unique, adventurous content seen by millions worldwide
- Travel to fascinating and hard-to-access locations
- Collaborative and creative small team environment
- Flexibility to work remotely when not on location
- Opportunity to grow into a full-time role for the right candidate
- Competitive pay, based on experience
- Travel insurance for on location shoots
How to Apply
Send your resume, cover letter explaining why you’re a great fit, and a portfolio of your previous production work to hiring@strangeparts.com. Please confirm in your cover letter that you meet the location requirement and are able to travel internationally for up to 4 weeks at a time.
