Freelance Film Maker
- Job Type: Contract
- Qualification: Others
- Experience: 3 – 10 years
- Location: Plateau
- Job Field: Media / Advertising / Branding , RFP / RFQ / EOI
Location: Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
Deadline for Proposal Submission: December 31st 2025
Project Duration: 2 months
Overview
We are seeking a freelance filmmaker based in Jos, Nigeria to produce a 45-minute short film intended for publication on YouTube. The selected filmmaker will be responsible for the entire production process — from casting and location selection to directing, filming, and post-production editing. The final deliverable must be a fully edited, ready-to-publish YouTube video.
Scope of Work
The selected filmmaker will be responsible for:
- Script collaboration and project planning
- Casting of all roles (Maximum of 4 casts)
- Location scouting and selection within Jos and surrounding areas (maximum of two locations)
- Directing and managing the entire shoot
- Filming using professional-grade equipment
- Editing the footage to final cut, including color grading, sound design, and subtitles
- Delivering the final 45-minute video, ready for YouTube upload (MP4, 1080p or higher)
Deliverables
- Detailed
- rt film in YouTube-ready format
Proposal Requirements
- Interested freelancers must include the following in their proposal:
- Portfolio Links: Include links to previous short films, documentaries, or similar projects (preferably those produced for online platforms such as YouTube).
- Experience Summary: Brief background on your filmmaking experience and ability to mange task to completion
- Detailed Pricing Breakdown: Provide clear pricing for each phase of the project:
- Pre-production (casting, location scouting, planning)
- Production (filming, direction, crew management)
- Post-production (editing, sound design, color grading, etc.)
- Final delivery (rendering and submission)
Proposed Timeline: Estimated duration for each stage of the project.
Location Confirmation: Confirmation that you are based in Jos, Nigeria, and available for on-site production.
Evaluation Criteria
- Proposals will be evaluated based on:
- Relevance and quality of past work
- Creativity and storytelling approach
- Realism of budget and timeline
- Demonstrated experience in managing full film production cycles
- Residence and availability in Jos
Submission Instructions
- Please submit your proposal and supporting materials including a valid means of identification
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussion.
Project Start Date
- Expected project commencement: January 2026
- Expected delivery date: March 2026
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should apply using the Apply Now button below.
