Casting Call: Host Of Epic Trails And Backpackingtv

Heliconia, the award-winning video production company behind the Epic Trails television series and the BackpackingTV YouTube Channel, is looking for a new face for its Epic Trails media project. Now entering its 7th Season, Epic Trails is an adventure travel television series that highlights the people, places, and adventures surrounding the world’s top hiking destinations. The BackpackingTV YouTube (@backpackingTV) and Facebook & Instagram social media channels (@epictrails365) help educate and inform people on the latest hiking and backpacking gear and skills.

The mission of the Epic Trails media project is to inspire and educate people to help them get outdoors, hiking and backpacking, and reaping the benefits of sustainable outdoor adventure. Heliconia is looking for a unique individual to lead this project long-term.

Responsibilities

As host of the Epic Trails media project, you will be required to travel to remote locations around the world (up to 8 film shoots a year), work as part of a team, film locally where you live, and create regular content to help educate and inspire others to experience the benefits of hiking and backpacking.

Qualifications

• Committed to environmental sustainability (LNT practices)
• Have great presence and good energy on camera
• Open-minded about culture, food, and people from around the world
• A skilled hiking enthusiast who is open to learning as well as teaching
• Passionate about the mission of inspiring people to experience the benefits of backpacking
• Social media savvy with proven experience and reach on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube
• Physically capable of going on longer hikes (10+ miles) while carrying extra weight (video equipment)
• Organized and possess good time management skills
• A Canadian or American resident
• A creative storyteller
• Proficient in photography, videography, and writing
• Passionate about hiking, traveling, storytelling, and outdoor education
• A firm believer that the outdoors is a space for everyone
• A team player who is adaptable to the challenges of travel, weather, and video production
• Able to create video reviews of different hiking gear, educational tips/tricks, etc.

How to Apply:

1. Film a video (3 minutes and under) telling us why you hike & backpack, why you want to do this job, and why you think you should be the next face of Epic Trails/BackpackingTV.
2. Fill out the form here: https://www.heliconia.ca/epic-trails-host-application-form/

Creators identifying as BIPOC or LGBTQ2S+ are encouraged to apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.