Freelance Journalist Interns

About Souck

Souck is a growing movement dedicated to giving blue-collar small businesses the recognition and tools they deserve. We believe the local shopkeeper, contractor, mechanic, and craftsperson are the backbone of Canada's economy — the true builders of our communities. We're not another digital marketing agency. We're a storytelling force, building the bridge between craftsmanship and clarity, powered by data, AI, and the human stories that define real work.

Our tagline:

"For the Hands that Build Canada."

The Role: Freelance Journalist (Field Contributor)

Souck is seeking local freelance journalists in the Greater Toronto, preferably students to conduct on-camera interviews with small business owners, artisans, and tradespeople. You will show up, film, and upload. That's it — no editing, no writing, no post-production.

Our Content Manager and production team will handle the rest. Your mission is to capture the authentic, raw stories of the people keeping Canada running.

Responsibilities

• Filming Interviews - Visit pre-arranged SMB locations and record interviews. Raw video length varies from 30mins to 1 hour, before we cut up into smaller clips. No editing required.
• Upload Footage - Upload full video files to Souck's Odoo portal immediately after recording.
• Pre-Shoot Coordination - Communicate with the Content Manager for scheduling, shoot details, and consent forms.
• Equipment Handling - Ensure basic camera, lighting, and audio setup for clear, stable footage.
• Schedule - Flexible and fully remote. Occasional in-person team meetings at our office in Downtown Toronto.

Equipment Requirements

You'll need:

• A smartphone with HD or 4K camera or a DSLR/mirrorless camera
• External mic (wired or lavalier preferred)
• Tripod or stabilizer
• Reliable internet connection for uploading footage

Schedule & Workflow

• Assignment Received - Content Manager provides location, SMB contact, and consent form.
• Shoot Day - You visit, record the interview, and capture B-roll (storefront, workers, signage).
• Upload - Upload raw footage within 24 hours to our portal.
• Report (Optional) - Fill in the "Post-Interview Feedback" form for story insights or challenges.
• Report (Optional) - Fill in the "Post-Interview Feedback" form for story insights or challenges.
• Schedule - Flexible and fully remote. Occasional in-person team meetings at our office in Downtown Toronto.

Compensation

• Pay: $35–$45/hour depending on experience
• Duration: ~2–3 hours per assignment
• Payment Method: Instant e-transfer or direct deposit (within 48 hours of footage upload)
• Frequency: 1–2 stories per week initially

Example Assignment

"Interview Mr. Cooper, owner of 'Brantford Auto & Tire', to capture his story about running a family shop for 25 years. Capture short B-roll of the shop exterior, mechanics at work, and his main message about community."Reporting Structure

• Reports To: Content Manager
• Supported By: Souck Operations (for logistics & payments)
• Collaborates With: Local SMB owners, videographers, photographers (when available)

Who We're Looking For

• Student journalists, documentary students, or creators who love real people and honest stories.
• Experience in the blue-collar industry.
• Self-starters who can organize shoots professionally.
• People who share Souck's mission: to make Canada's small businesses seen, respected, and celebrated.

Training & Standards

Before your first assignment, you'll be given:

• A short Souck Mission Orientation
• Storytelling guidelines & visual standards
• Consent and release form templates
• Odoo upload training (file naming, tagging, storage)

Growth & Opportunities

Freelance contributors with consistent quality and reliability will be prioritized for:

• Higher pay per story
• Full time regional content management or field producer roles
• Involvement in Souck documentary projects

How to Apply

Send:

• Short note on why you love small business stories
• A link to any previous video or on-camera work (even a phone clip is fine)
• Your location in the GTA and filming setup details

Final Note

This isn't just a job. It's a chance to join a national storytelling movement that fights for the recognition of Canada's builders — the plumbers, bakers, welders, shop owners, and dreamers who keep the country standing.

Job Types: Freelance, Internship / Co-op

Pay: $35.00-$45.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 3 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Flexible schedule

Application question(s):

• Are you currently enrolled as a student in a communications related field?
• If yes, please state the school, program and enrollment status, whether full-time or part-time

Experience:

• blue-collar: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: On the road