Freelance Content Producer NY

Job Description

Upright Citizens Brigade is seeking freelance Content Producers to create short-form promotional content for the UCB comedy brand across social platforms and digital channels. This role is hands-on and execution-focused: producing, shooting, editing, and delivering multiple pieces of content each week that promote live shows, special events, and the theater brand overall.

This is a 3-month contract role ideal for someone who can operate independently, move quickly, and create polished comedy-forward content with minimal oversight.

Contract Details

3-month contract

Based in New York

Some evening and weekend availability required for live show coverage

Responsibilities

Produce approximately 3 promotional content pieces per week from concept through final delivery under the supervision of the Executive Director

Shoot and edit content for:

Live comedy shows

Theater promotions

Special events and projects

Capture footage in live performance environments

Edit short-form video content optimized for social platforms

Manage projects from pre-production through final delivery

Coordinate with theater leadership, performers, and marketing staff

Maintain organized media workflows, file management, and delivery schedules

Create graphics and design elements as needed

Identify opportunities for recurring content formats and audience engagement

Adapt quickly to changing priorities and production needs

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Experience producing, shooting, and editing digital promotional content

Strong editing skills with fast turnaround capability

Comfortable working independently in live event environments

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Strong comedic sensibility

Experience creating sizzle reels / trailers for comedy

Familiarity with social-first content and platform best practices

Proficiency with production and editing tools such as Adobe Premiere, CapCut, Final Cut, Photoshop, Canva.

Experience capturing live comedy, theater, entertainment, or event content is strongly preferred

Additional Information

Ideal Candidate

Self-directed and highly organized

Strong creative instincts with an understanding of comedy pacing and tone

Able to balance speed with quality

Comfortable collaborating while also taking ownership of execution

Interested in comedy, entertainment, and digital audience growth

To Apply

Please submit:

Resume

Portfolio or reel

Examples of short-form promotional or social content

Availability for the contract period beginning June 1st, 2026

- UCB is an equal opportunity employer.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.