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Paid Brand Collaboration for Firefighters and EMTs

The Desire Company · Chicago · United States

Posted: 3/24/2026 · Last checked: 10/11/2026

Job description

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The Desire Company is seeking experienced Firefighters and EMTs to participate in paid brand projects with leading home, safety, health, and lifestyle brands. This is a great opportunity to use your real-world emergency response experience and safety expertise to collaborate on content that helps shoppers make confident purchase decisions.

Project Overview:

  • Filming Location: Varies by project (travel covered if required)
  • Time on Set: Approximately 3–5 hours (half-day; subject to change)
  • Final Deliverables: 1 Product Recommendation Video per project
  • Starting At: $1,500

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct product evaluations and provide expert insights related to safety, emergency preparedness, tools, equipment, health, or home protection.
  • Participate in a brief pre-production call to align on project goals and expectations.
  • Collaborate with our production crew during on-site filming sessions.
  • Communicate your professional recommendations in a clear, relatable manner for consumers.

How It Works:
Once you express your interest, we will present you to various brand partners for potential selection. If chosen, we’ll schedule a pre-production call to discuss project goals and logistics before moving into the filming phase.

If you’re passionate about emergency response, safety education, preparedness, or community protection, we’d love to hear from you.

Additional Details:
Though this is a work-for-hire opportunity, by joining our dynamic network, you’ll continuously be considered for projects that align with your expertise and availability.

Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated hands-on experience as a Firefighter and/or EMT, with a minimum of 3 years of relevant field experience.
  • Extensive knowledge of emergency response protocols, safety practices, tools, equipment, and community preparedness.
  • Strong verbal communication skills and comfort speaking about your expertise on camera are highly valued.

Benefits

  • Compensation: Get additional income and enjoy a fair compensation model that rewards your expertise and time.
  • Increased Exposure: Showcase your skills, knowledge, and expertise to a broader audience by leveraging the platforms of renowned brands, potentially reaching millions through diverse marketing channels.
  • Flexibility: When scheduling filming, we work around the schedule that works best for you.

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