This role requires a full-time commitment of at least 40 hours per week. Work hours will fluctuate based on shoot schedules, client deadlines, and travel. Flexibility for early mornings, evenings, weekends, and travel is essential.
Work Setup:
This role requires frequent travel throughout South Florida, with opportunities or national and international travel depending on client projects and production schedules.
Boats Daily is seeking a highly skilled Filmmaker / Video Producer to lead visual storytelling across our marine and luxury-focused projects. This role demands technical excellence, creative vision, and professionalism in both production and client-facing environments.
You will be responsible for capturing cinematic visuals, producing polished edits, and maintaining high production standards across a variety of content formats — from yacht walkthroughs and interviews to lifestyle campaigns and branded storytelling.
Responsibilities Lead video production from concept through final delivery
Capture high-quality photo and video content on location
Film walkthroughs, interviews, interiors (homes or yachts), product features, and branded lifestyle content
Edit and color-grade video content to meet premium brand standards
Manage media files, backups, and organized delivery workflows
Travel regularly for shoots (local, national, and international as needed)
Maintain professional communication with internal team members, leadership, and clients
Receive and implement feedback constructively, ensuring projects are completed to expectation
Set a strong example of professionalism, reliability, and positive attitude on set
Full-frame camera capable of shooting 4K at 60fps
Professional gimbal system (DJI RS3, RS2, or equivalent)
Wide-angle fixed aperture lens (16–35mm or similar)
Standard zoom fixed aperture lens (24–70mm or similar)
Wireless lavalier microphone system (Rode Wireless GO 2, DJI Mic, or comparable)
Drone (Mavic 3, Air 2S, or newer recommended)
Drone ND filter set
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in marine, luxury, automotive, or lifestyle industries
Advanced lighting setup knowledge
Motion graphics or title animation experience
Professional Expectations Demonstrates reliability and punctuality for all scheduled shoots
Communicates clearly and professionally with clients and team members
Maintains a polished, positive presence on set
Adapts quickly to shifting production needs
Shows initiative in skill development and creative growth
Handles constructive feedback with maturity and professionalism
Required Technical Expertise Production Skills Advanced understanding of exposure, aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and white balance
Strong grasp of focal length and lens selection for storytelling
Experience executing smooth gimbal movements (push, pull, pan, orbit)
Ability to track moving subjects and perform dynamic orbit shots
Experience using off-camera lighting setups
Skilled in working with ND filters for proper exposure control
Strong understanding of composition when capturing people, spaces, and objects
Drone Operation (Required) FAA Part 107 Certification required
Ability to safely operate and capture cinematic drone footage
Proficiency in hand takeoffs and landings
Skilled in forward/backward flight, upward pans, and orbit tracking shots
Understanding of drone safety protocols (Return-to-Home, altitude limits, airport regulations)
Experience using ND filters for aerial footage
Extensive experience with Adobe Premiere Pro
Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop
Ability to edit RAW photos in Adobe Lightroom
Experience creating and applying custom presets
Strong ability to color grade LOG footage
Working knowledge of Final Cut or DaVinci Resolve is a plus
