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Word of the Day Video Creator - Dictionary.com (Freelance)

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IXL Learning

Job Description

IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is looking for camera-loving personalities to create short-form videos for Dictionary.com’s Word of the Day series. In this role, you will self-tape (using provided scripts) and edit video footage to teach viewers about different vocabulary words.

This is a 1099 consulting role.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

  • Using pre-written scripts, self-tape and edit short social media videos to teach vocabulary words. Most videos will be between 30 and 60 seconds long, and will feature a short skit including the use of the word in some sentences, the word’s definition, and its etymology.
  • Shoot and act in your own videos to deliver clear, engaging, professional content
  • Produce the video using video editing software
  • Add captions and pre-made Dictionary.com visual assets to the video within the video editing software
  • Create thumbnail images for each of the videos
  • Adhere to video production guidelines and file specifications
  • Film reshoots/rerecords when necessary

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

  • Ability to record and produce high-quality video footage of yourself
  • Engaging on-screen personality for audiences of all ages
  • Clear, effective presentation style
  • Social media content creation experience is a plus
  • Experience working with Filmora is a plus

Candidates with the top videos will be selected to move forward. If hired, you will be compensated with $150 upon delivery of each completed video.

ABOUT IXL LEARNING

IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:

  • 1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com
  • Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages
  • Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects
  • Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources

Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team.

At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Advice from our career coach

As someone who has experience in producing video content, I can offer some insights on how to stand out as an applicant for the camera-focused role at IXL Learning:

  • Showcase your ability to record and produce high-quality video footage of yourself. Highlight any previous experience you have in creating engaging video content.
  • Demonstrate an engaging on-screen personality that appeals to audiences of all ages. Show creativity and enthusiasm in your video submissions.
  • Emphasize your clear and effective presentation style. Make sure your communication is concise, engaging, and easy to follow.
  • If you have experience working with video editing software like Filmora, make sure to mention it. Familiarity with such tools can be a valuable asset in this role.
  • Highlight any social media content creation experience you have. Experience in creating content for social platforms can demonstrate your ability to engage with online audiences effectively.

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