Educational Videos Actor, Australia & New Zealand

About the role

This role is a remote consulting position tailored for camera-loving actors based in Australia or New Zealand, focusing on the localisation of educational content for a global audience. You will own the end-to-end process of self-taping high-quality video tutorials that teach specific maths and English concepts to school-aged students. The position requires you to interpret provided scripts and transform them into clear, on-screen demonstrations accompanied by voiceovers that engage young viewers. You will be responsible for maintaining consistent production standards by adhering strictly to video guidelines and file specifications for every take. The role involves planning and executing each shot carefully to ensure the final footage looks professional and polished without any post-production editing. You will also be expected to perform reshoots or rerecords promptly whenever the delivered video does not meet the required clarity or engagement standards. Ultimately, you will own the creation of videos that make complex educational ideas accessible and enjoyable for kids and teens across different age groups.

Key facts

What you'll do

Using pre-written scripts, you will self-tape short instructional videos for kids and teens; most videos will be a few minutes long and will consist of an on-screen portion and a voiceover portion.

You will shoot and act in your own videos to deliver clear, engaging, professional lessons that hold the attention of young learners.

You will adhere to video production guidelines and file specifications to ensure technical compatibility with IXL Learning's distribution systems.

You will film reshoots or rerecords when necessary to correct mistakes or improve the clarity and energy of the delivery.

You will review your performance to ensure that your facial expressions and body language remain visible and appropriate for the target age group.

You will manage your recording environment to minimise background noise and ensure consistent lighting throughout each take.

You will synchronise your spoken explanations with the visual actions shown on screen to support student understanding of the concepts.

You will maintain a steady schedule for submitting completed videos to meet project timelines and demand.

You will communicate proactively if you encounter any technical issues that could affect the quality of the submitted footage.

You will follow the provided instructions precisely to match the tone and pacing expected by the IXL Learning curriculum team.

You will contribute to the localisation effort by making the educational content feel natural and relatable for Australian and New Zealand students.

You will help build a library of reusable video assets that support long-term educational goals across multiple subjects.

You will ensure that every video you submit reflects professionalism and attention to detail in both appearance and audio quality.

You will collaborate indirectly with curriculum experts by translating their scripts into engaging visual demonstrations.

Requirements

You must be able to record and produce very high-quality video footage of yourself using standard recording equipment.

You must possess an engaging on-screen presence specifically for audiences of little kids aged 5 to 7, as well as for older children and teens.

You must demonstrate a clear and effective presentation style that keeps viewers focused and interested throughout the lesson.

You must be located in Australia or New Zealand, as this role is restricted to candidates from these regions only.

You must have the ability to follow detailed scripts and translate written instructions into natural on-screen behaviour.

You must be comfortable performing multiple takes until the delivered footage meets the required standard of excellence.

You must ensure that your voice is clear, audible, and free from excessive background noise during every recording session.

You must be able to manage technical aspects such as lighting, camera angle, and framing without direct supervision.

Practical notes

This role operates on a remote basis, meaning there are no specific hours mandated by the employer, allowing you to arrange your filming schedule flexibly around your availability. Compensation is provided per completed video, with payments of $100 or $150 USD awarded for each delivery, which converts to approximately $145 or $215 AUD depending on the length of the video submitted. There is no outlined travel requirement due to the fully remote nature of the position, and candidates are expected to use their own equipment for recording. You are responsible for ensuring that your submissions adhere strictly to the outlined video production guidelines and file specifications. Applications will be evaluated based on a sample video submission using a pre-written script, and only select candidates will be invited to proceed through the hiring workflow. There is no specified deadline for submissions within the source material, so you are encouraged to complete your application as soon as you are ready with a high-quality sample. If hired, you should be prepared to reshoot content promptly whenever feedback is provided to maintain consistency across the learning experience.