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As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote documentary film researcher in the United States is $71,427.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Documentary Film Researcher vs Remote Film Researcher?

AspectRemote Documentary Film ResearcherRemote Film Researcher
CredentialsRelevant research, media, or film-related degrees; strong research skillsSimilar credentials; focus on research and media knowledge
Work EnvironmentRemote, often freelance or project-basedRemote, freelance or in-house roles in media or production companies
Industry UsagePrimarily in documentary and educational film sectorsBroader, including narrative, commercial, and documentary films
Search IntentComparing research roles specific to documentary filmmakingGeneral film research roles across various genres

The main difference is that Remote Documentary Film Researchers specialize in gathering information specifically for documentary projects, often requiring knowledge of factual accuracy and research methods. Remote Film Researchers have a broader scope, supporting various film types including narrative and commercial productions. Both roles require strong research skills and remote work capabilities, but their focus and industry applications differ.

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Infographic showing various Remote Documentary Film Researcher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% Internship, 75% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,427 per year, or $34.3 per hour.

Student Research Assistant II _On-Campus FWS

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

GW Student Employment Center for Career Services
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$19/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Position Details
Position Information
Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.
Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that interest you.
If this position title includes the label On-Campus FWS or Off-Campus FWS, it is for students with a Federal Work Study (FWS) award for the current school year ONLY. Applicants to these positions will be required to verify this by attaching their FWS Program Student Statement as a required document. Do not apply unless you meet this criterion.
Position Title
Student Research Assistant II _On-Campus FWS
Level of Support
Student Support II
Position Type
On-Campus FWS
Number of Openings
1
Work Hours
During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm)
Wage Per Hour
19.00
Division/School
Columbian College of Arts and Sciences
Department Name
152504 PLANET FORWARD
Department Bio
Planet Forward, a project of the George Washington University School of Media and Public Affairs, teaches, celebrates, and rewards environmental storytelling by college students. Engaging a diverse audience from across the country, Planet Forward uses storytelling, media, and educational events to tell the stories of invention and innovation that can move the planet forward.
Position Specific Summary
The Planet Forward Environmental Media Lab is hiring a Research Assistant to support the production of a short environmental documentary covering sustainability issues in northern Alaska. The project will likely cover wildfire response & prevention, fire's impact on rural and Indigenous communities, ecological impacts of fire on permafrost, and related topics.
The Research Assistant will be responsible for:
  • Compiling data on wildfire's impact on environments and peoples in the arctic
  • Compiling background data on potential characters/subjects
  • Assisting in writing interview questions and narrative outlines
  • Creating lists of potential distribution partners and festivals
  • Location permissions and other logistics related to preparation for production

Standard Position Description
The student will perform administrative and research tasks with some discretion under direction of faculty member or research coordinator. Tasks may include: assisting with experiments, coding, data entry, data cleaning, and data analysis, preparing research and drafts for articles, reports, and/or presentations. Students may also complete literature reviews, draft summaries, and create graphs and figures. Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific departmental/faculty needs.
Professional Outcomes
Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, Leadership, Professionalism, Inclusion, Technology and Data, Career Development
Required Qualifications
Some applicable educational, technical, or professional experience required, some training will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience synthesizing and prioritizing research into memos
  • An interest in documentary film production and environmental topics such as wildfire
  • High attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to make phone calls on the production's behalf

Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
08/21/2026
Job Close Date
09/04/2026
Campus Location
Foggy Bottom
Work Type Designation
Hybrid (mixture of in-person and virtual work)
Hiring Manager Name
Kimberly van Brecht
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment-free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices.
For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.
Background Check
The student employee will:
In this position, the student will not perform any functions and/or have access to any financially, safety, or security sensitive items listed above. - Background check not required.

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