Looking for a Captain, Crew & Film Makers - Location TBD
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⚓ Captain & Crew Wanted
Location TBD
A free boat. A big dream. A real ocean crossing.
We’re looking for an experienced Captain and a small crew to join the maiden voyage of the first Freeboat. It's a big idea that's growing wings. I'm working on my ocean sailing experience and looking for our world cruising sailboat.
This is more than a delivery. It’s the beginning of a story.
? What is Freeboat?
Freeboat is an idea built on generosity, adventure, and giving big dreams a chance.
Peter, a longtime owner of a 47ft ketch has sailed her across oceans and through life-changing adventures. When it came time for him to move on, rather than sell her, he chose to pass her on to someone who yearns for the same kind of journey — removing the financial barrier so the adventure can continue. This was Peter's idea, now we're making it an idea that others can share.
The mission is simple:
Restore and prepare a capable world cruiser
Document the journey honestly — the learning, the challenges, the magic
Inspire others who think big adventures are out of reach
Build a community around exploration, craftsmanship, and growth
This is the beginning of a YouTube-documented voyage and long-term sailing project centered on adventure, storytelling, and real human experience.
? Why We’re Looking for Crew (and How This Works)
We’re assembling a strong, positive, capable team for:
Sailing & passage-making
Safety and watchkeeping
Storytelling / filming / documenting the experience
Helping shape the culture of the journey
Because this is an early-stage project, we are currently seeking:
➡️ Volunteer or discounted professional participation
in exchange for exposure, credits, and being part of the launch of something unique.
We want to be upfront: this isn’t a fully funded commercial production (yet).
But here’s the vision:
If the YouTube channel and project gain momentum — and we fully expect they will — paid positions will come first to the people who helped launch the journey. Full rates, and then some.
This is a chance to help build something from the ground floor.
? Who We’re Looking For
⛵ Captain
Offshore passage-making experience
Calm leadership style
Comfortable mentoring newer sailors
Safety-focused but adventure-minded
Open to being part of a filmed project
? Crew
Sailing experience preferred but attitude matters most
Positive, adaptable, team-oriented
Comfortable living aboard for multi-week passages
Filmmaking, photography, editing, or storytelling skills are a huge plus
Cooks and multi-skilled crew always welcome
? The Voyage:
This depends on where the first Freeboat is discovered, where the owner is and what they see as the plan for the future. Perhaps it's the Mediterranean, Caribbean some pace more unknown. Who knows, that's adventure!
⭐ Why Join?
Be part of a genuine first chapter — not a polished influencer project
Real ocean miles aboard a proven Bluewater boat
YouTube exposure, free advertising, should the channel take off, you'd have more future work that you could handle.
Potential long-term opportunities as the project grows
Help shape a mission-driven adventure from day one
Sail, learn, film, and create something meaningful
? Interested?
Tell us:
Your sailing experience
Skills you bring (captain, crew, filmmaker, editor, cook, etc.)
Why this adventure speaks to you
Availability now and in the future based upon your life plans.
We’re looking for good humans first — skills second.
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