:Remote Video Director & Videographer in Nigeria (Lagos/Abuja) for Drama Skit Channel

Project Title:Remote Video Director & Videographer in Nigeria (Lagos/Abuja) for Drama Skit ChannelProject Description:We are launching a high-drama, moral-based narrative short film channel (similar to the viral formatting of Sanju Sehrawat, Dhar Mann, and popular Nollywood web skits). We are looking for an ambitious, resourceful, and highly organized all-in-one Director/Cameraman based in Nigeria (preferably Lagos or Abuja) to execute our upcoming launch batch shoot.As our on-the-ground producer, you will receive our fully completed 10-to-15 minute scripts (written in clean, standard English) and manage the physical production from start to finish.Your Responsibilities:Casting Support: Source 2–3 affordable, highly expressive local indie or student actors who excel at delivering high-stakes emotional performances (betrayal, loyalty, arrogance).Location Scouting: Secure everyday, free or low-cost locations (e.g., a quiet public park, a residential living room, or a stationary vehicle).Shooting & Audio: Direct the actors on set and film 3 to 4 short scripts over a single intensive weekend day.Dialogue Direction: Ensure actors deliver lines in clear, neutral English suitable for an international audience (avoiding heavy Pidgin so global viewers can follow along easily).Delivery: Clean and organize the raw footage, and upload all 4K video files along with high-quality wireless audio recordings to our shared Google Drive folder.Requirements:Access to a modern mirrorless camera or high-end smartphone capable of shooting clean 4K video at 30fps.Ownership of a wireless lapel microphone system (e.g., DJI Mic, Rode Wireless, or high-quality equivalent). Clear audio is mandatory.Strong communication skills and responsiveness over WhatsApp/Freelancer.com.A portfolio or showreel showcasing your cinematography, lighting, and ability to capture emotional human drama.How to Apply:Please submit your portfolio or links to previous video projects you have shot or directed in Nigeria. Include a short note letting us know your current city and what camera/audio gear you use. To prove you have read this entire listing, please start your application cover letter with the phrase "Nollywood Storyteller." Fields to Fill Out on Freelancer.com:Project Type: Fixed Price ProjectBudget Range: Choose Standard Project and manually input a custom range of $80 – $140 USD (This will automatically display the equivalent amount to Nigerian freelancers).Required Skills (Tag these tags exactly):Video ProductionVideographyVideo EditingFilm ProductionLocal Job Setting Up Your Freelancer.com Milestone PaymentsTo keep your investment completely secure, use Freelancer's Milestone Payment System. Divide your agreed budget into two clear parts:Milestone 1 (30% - Pre-Production): Release this only after the freelancer sends you WhatsApp video clips of the actors reading the script lines and photos of the filming locations, and you approve them.Milestone 2 (70% - Delivery): Release this only after you have logged into your Google Drive, downloaded the 4K raw video files, and verified that the audio is perfectly clear and all scenes are completely shot.Now that the job posting is ready for Freelancer.com, would you like me to map out your Google Drive folder structure so you can stay organized when the applicants start bidding? Or should we draft your second 10-minute script so you can give your selected director enough work immediately?