Freelance Research & Direct Outreach Worker (Short-term project)

  • Contract
  • Remote

Unsolicited Films

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Job Summary

Research and one-to-one outreach role for an independent film’s UK screening project. Non-creative, execution-based work: identifying individual viewers in selected cities and documenting responses.

Job Description

This role supports the UK screening project of an independent documentary.

It is a research and direct-outreach position, not a creative or marketing role.

The task is to identify individuals across different UK cities who may be interested in attending a one-off screening. The work involves contacting individuals directly, recording their responses, and assessing whether their interest is genuine. The focus is on practical execution and clear documentation.

Although the work takes place within a film project, the role does not involve artistic creation, creative development, thematic interpretation, storytelling, promotional work, community engagement, or institutional outreach. It is not an audience development or marketing position.

This role does not include:

Creative contribution or artistic collaboration

Marketing, social media, or promotional activities

Building partnerships with organisations, venues, or groups

Curatorial, interpretive, or public engagement work

Contract

3-4 weeks, remote, freelance

£15-20 per hour depending on experience

Suitable for

Someone who can independently conduct research, manage repetitive tasks, apply clear analytical judgement, and handle direct one-to-one communication.

Job Requirements

Ability to conduct online research independently

Comfortable sending short, direct messages to individuals

Strong judgement in distinguishing genuine interest from polite or superficial responses

Clear and neutral written communication

Reliable documentation and accurate record-keeping

Ability to handle repetitive task cycles and weekly targets

Comfortable with work that does not involve creative input or artistic engagement

No film or arts background required

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Freelance Research & Direct Outreach Worker (Short-term project)
  • Salary: £10k-£15k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Film
  • Role: Research
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Sat, 20 Dec 2025

  • Location:

    Remote

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