Documentary Interviewer

Job Description

Job Description

Elderview is a documentary company that films and preserves the life stories of older adults. We give people a space to reflect on their lives and share what matters most to them, in their own words.

The Role
You are the voice behind the camera. Our team handles all production. Your job is the conversation.

What You’ll Do

• Call participants before each interview to answer questions and help them feel comfortable
• Learn what each participant wants to talk about
• Meet participants in person on filming day and lead the interview
• Listen closely, ask follow-up questions, and reflect their stories back to them
• Keep every conversation neutral, respectful, and focused on the participant

Who You Are

• Great at talking to people, and even better at listening
• Curious about people and their stories
• Able to set aside your own opinions, political or otherwise, and keep the focus on the participant
• Reliable: you show up when you say you will
• Good at managing your time
• Willing to learn
• No degree or experience required

Details

• Part-time, as-needed
• Flexible: you choose your days together with our team
• $20–25/hr
• In-person filming at participant locations in Chicagoland area

Optional: Marketing Add-On
Want more hours? Help grow Elderview’s social media presence, run street interviews, and support marketing campaigns.