Qualitative Research Moderator – Freelance Talent Pool

Qualitative Research Moderator – Freelance Talent Pool

U.S.-Based | Remote | Flexible | Paid Per Session

Company: OUR INC.
Location: Remote (United States)
Engagement: Project-Based / As Needed
Schedule: Flexible, based on project availability

Compensation: $65–$100 per session, based on experience and project scope. Each session includes a 45–75-minute remote interview, along with reasonable pre-interview preparation and post-interview documentation. Paid on a per-session basis.

About OUR INC.

OUR INC. is a Los Angeles-based brand strategy and consumer insights consultancy specializing in qualitative research, cultural insights, brand development, and go-to-market strategy.

Our research experience spans gaming, consumer technology, and lifestyle-related categories. We work with brands to understand consumer behaviors, cultural contexts, emotional motivations, and emerging market opportunities.

About the Opportunity

We are continuously building our U.S.-based Qualitative Research Moderator Talent Pool to support current and future consumer research projects.

This is an ongoing recruitment initiative rather than a fixed-schedule position. Selected candidates will join our moderator network and may be contacted when projects align with their experience, interests, and availability.

Projects vary in scope, industry, and timing. Moderators may conduct a few interviews or multiple sessions depending on project needs.

We currently have upcoming research opportunities exploring consumer lifestyles, personalized products, gifting behaviors, and emotional purchasing decisions.

Future projects may span gaming, consumer technology, digital products, entertainment, lifestyle, and other consumer-facing industries.

We welcome candidates with different areas of expertise, cultural interests, and professional backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities

Interview Preparation

Review discussion guides, research objectives, and relevant background materials before each session.

Understand the key research questions and prepare thoughtful follow-up prompts.

Join brief project alignment sessions when needed.

Interview Moderation — Primary Responsibility

Independently conduct remote, one-on-one qualitative interviews, typically lasting 45–75 minutes.

Build rapport with participants and create a comfortable, engaging conversation environment.

Guide discussions naturally while maintaining structure, pacing, and time management.

Ask insightful follow-up questions based on participants' responses.

Probe beyond surface-level answers to uncover underlying motivations, behaviors, and emotional drivers.

Observe verbal cues, communication patterns, and meaningful shifts in participant responses.

Remain neutral, curious, and attentive throughout the interview.

Maintain punctuality, professionalism, and reliability for all scheduled sessions.

Post-Interview Documentation

Review and organize interview notes and transcripts.

Identify key observations, notable quotes, and emerging themes.

Provide concise post-session summaries highlighting relevant consumer insights.

Flag unexpected findings or areas requiring further exploration.

The primary focus of this role is live interview moderation. Research planning, participant recruitment, and comprehensive analysis will generally be managed by the OUR INC. research team unless otherwise agreed upon.

Qualifications

Required

Native-level English fluency with excellent conversational and listening skills.

Currently based in the United States.

Strong understanding of American consumer culture, social behaviors, and cultural nuances.

Confident facilitating natural, thoughtful conversations with diverse participants.

Strong ability to ask follow-up questions, think on your feet, and adapt to participant responses.

Excellent observation, critical thinking, and summarization skills.

Reliable, punctual, organized, and detail-oriented.

Comfortable conducting remote interviews via Zoom or Google Meet.

Preferred

Experience in qualitative research, consumer interviews, UX research, market research, or related fields.

Academic or professional background in psychology, anthropology, sociology, marketing, communications, or consumer insights.

Familiarity with interview moderation techniques and qualitative research methods.

Experience translating consumer conversations into meaningful observations and insights.

Graduate students, recent graduates, independent researchers, and experienced moderators are welcome to apply.

Areas of Expertise & Interests

We are particularly interested in learning about your areas of expertise, industry knowledge, and personal interests.

Relevant categories may include:

Gaming & Entertainment: Video games, gaming communities, streaming, digital entertainment, fandom culture.

Consumer Technology & AI: Mobile apps, AI-powered products, digital experiences, emerging technologies.

Lifestyle & Consumer Products: Beauty, fashion, wellness, home, gifting, personalized products.

Culture & Communities: Gen Z culture, social media, online communities, cultural trends, identity, and consumer behavior.

Experience in every category is not required. We aim to match moderators with research projects relevant to their knowledge and interests.

Engagement & Compensation

Flexible, remote, project-based opportunities.

Interviews typically last 45–75 minutes.

Compensation is provided on a per-session basis.

Rates are confirmed before each project based on session duration, preparation requirements, and deliverables.

The number and frequency of sessions vary by project.

No fixed weekly hours or minimum number of sessions are guaranteed.

Opportunities for recurring collaboration across multiple research projects.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief introduction covering:

Your experience with qualitative interviews, consumer research, or related work.

Your areas of expertise, industry knowledge, and personal interests.

Your familiarity with U.S. consumer culture and communities.

Your general availability and preferred time zone.

Your expected compensation per interview session.

If available, please include examples of previous research projects or interview moderation experience.

Join the OUR INC. Moderator Network

We welcome curious, culturally aware, and thoughtful communicators who enjoy understanding people and uncovering the motivations behind consumer decisions.

Qualified applicants may be contacted for current or future research opportunities as relevant projects become available.