Trail Running & Instagram Content

Trail Running & Instagram Content

Seeking a creative and reliable freelance videographer and video editor to capture professional, engaging social media content across two race weekends at HOKA Chiang Mai Thailand by UTMB in November and December 2026.

The project will document Kalen Bennet, an 18-year-old Australian trail runner making his UTMB World Series debut. The goal is to build a strong personal brand, share his athletic journey, engage audiences on Instagram, and create high-quality content that supports future sponsor partnerships.

Location: Doi Inthanon National Park and Chiang Mai PAO Park, Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Schedule: Four filming days across two race weekends, covering the day before and race day for each event. Exact filming times will be confirmed.

Responsibilities

• Film pre-race preparations, training moments, athlete interviews, and behind-the-scenes content.
• Capture dynamic race-day footage, trail action, scenic landscapes, event atmosphere, and finish-line moments.
• Record post-race reactions, reflections, and recovery activities.
• Edit engaging vertical videos optimized for Instagram Reels and other social media platforms.
• Apply professional color grading, sound design, music, captions, and smooth transitions.
• Capture natural, sponsor-friendly footage that highlights relevant products and partnerships.
• Organize footage and deliver final videos in agreed formats and timelines.
• Coordinate with the athlete to develop a consistent visual style and content plan.

Required Skills and Experience

• Experience in videography, video editing, sports content, or outdoor adventure filmmaking.
• Strong camera operation and visual storytelling skills.
• Ability to film athletes in motion and work in outdoor, fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency with professional editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or Final Cut Pro.
• Understanding of vertical video formats, Instagram engagement, and social media storytelling.
• Reliable communication, time management, and flexibility during race events.
• Access to suitable filming equipment and the ability to travel to the specified locations.

Expected Deliverables

• Pre-race preparation and behind-the-scenes footage.
• Race-day highlight videos.
• Post-race recap and athlete-story videos.
• Short-form vertical Instagram Reels.
• Sponsor-friendly clips for promotional use.
• Agreed final exports and organized footage, subject to the project brief.

Application Requirements

Please provide a portfolio featuring relevant sports videography, outdoor adventure footage, athlete profiles, or short-form social media videos. Include your equipment and editing workflow, availability for both race weekends, estimated project fee, and expected editing turnaround.

This is a freelance contract covering two race weekends, with final deliverables, filming hours, and payment terms to be agreed upon before work begins.