Freelance Videographer

Videographer – Ethnographic Research Project| New York (On-site) | Freelance | First Week of February 2027 |
We're looking for an experienced, New York-based Videographer to support a unique ethnographic research project, capturing high-quality footage within an in-home environment.
This is a hands-on filming role for someone with a strong background in research, ethnography or anthropology, who understands how to capture authentic human behaviours, interactions and experiences in a natural, discreet and unobtrusive way.You'll be working alongside a research team to document real-life interactions, ensuring the filming process does not disrupt the research environment.
What you'll be doing:Capturing high-quality video footage during an in-home ethnographic research study.Filming authentic behaviours, interactions and experiences in a natural, observational style.Working discreetly and unobtrusively to preserve the integrity of the research.Collaborating with researchers to understand the objectives of the study and capture relevant footage.Independently identifying and filming meaningful B-roll to support the research findings.Using your own professional camera equipment, suitable for filming in sensitive, in-home environments.Delivering all original footage and rushes at the end of the project.
What you will bring:Proven experience working within research, ethnography or anthropology is essential.Previous experience filming ethnographic studies, qualitative research projects or anthropological fieldwork.Strong observational filming skills, with the ability to capture natural, unscripted behaviours and interactions.Experience working in sensitive or private environments, ideally within participants' homes.Own professional filming equipment that is discreet, portable and capable of producing high-quality footage.Confidence working independently, with strong instincts for capturing relevant footage and B-roll.Excellent communication skills and experience collaborating with researchers or multidisciplinary teams.Must be based in New York and available for one day during the first week of February 2027.
If you're an experienced Videographer with a background in ethnographic, anthropological or qualitative research filming, we'd love to hear from you!