Viral Video Clip Creator – Social Media (Volunteer) at WhoWhatWhy

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Video Editing, Social Media, Storytelling, Audience Engagement, Creative Work, Political Media, Collaboration, Content Creation, Viral Content, Proactive, Self-Directed, Capturing Attention, Short-Form Video, Branding, Commentary, Overlays

Industry

Online Audio and Video Media

Description

Viral Video Clip Creator – Social Media (Volunteer) Note: This is a remote, part-time volunteer position. Please do not apply if you are only seeking paid employment. Help drive visibility through short-form video storytelling that gets noticed. We’re looking for a Viral Video Clip Creator to help us launch a new initiative aimed at posting quick, compelling video content — the kind that sparks interest and builds traction online. If you’re plugged into current events, have an eye for viral moments, and enjoy quick-turn creative work, we’d love to work with you. Who We Are WhoWhatWhy is a nonprofit investigative news organization producing deep-dive journalism on the most pressing issues of our time. We’re powered by skilled volunteers and a small core staff — from students to seasoned pros — who believe in ethical, independent journalism free from corporate or political influence. About the Role As a Viral Video Clip Creator, you’ll: Watch live or recorded news clips to identify strong social content opportunities Pull and trim short video moments (10–90 seconds) for use on social platforms Add captions, commentary, or overlays to enhance shareability Collaborate with teammates to ensure consistent branding and tone Work closely with contributors like Araya, Tracey, and Jason to test and refine the concept What We’re Looking For Strong instincts for what captures attention on social media Comfort with basic video editing tools (CapCut, Descript, iMovie, etc.) Interest in political media, storytelling, and audience engagement Proactive and self-directed — able to flag moments worth amplifying Bonus if you have experience posting viral content or working in fast-paced creative roles What You’ll Gain A chance to shape a high-visibility video content initiative Real-world content creation and collaboration experience Flexible, remote work with a creative and mission-driven team Portfolio-building work that showcases both creativity and news awareness Commitment We ask for a commitment of 5–7 hours per week and a minimum of 6 months. Flexible scheduling, though some availability during peak news hours is a plus. How to Apply Please send: Your resume or LinkedIn profile A short note telling us why this role interests you Optional: A link to previous video work (especially social content) To confirm that you’ve read this description, include the phrase “Committed to the Mission” and the result of 12 ÷ 3 somewhere in your message. If you can’t attach your note, email it to [email protected]. Check your spam folder — responses sometimes land there. Join Us This is your chance to help shape how we connect with new audiences — one sharp, shareable clip at a time.

Responsibilities

As a Viral Video Clip Creator, you will identify strong social content opportunities from news clips and create short video moments for social platforms. You will also collaborate with teammates to ensure consistent branding and tone.