Penske Media Corporation is hiring: IndieWire: Senior Video & Social Media Produ

Overview

IndieWire is seeking a Senior Video & Social Media Producer to lead a unified strategy that merges original video production with social media execution. This is a video-first role with creative ownership across platforms like YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and IndieWire.com — blending production, editing, and distribution with strategic content planning. You’ll be the connective tissue between video, editorial, branded content, and social media, helping shape IndieWire’s public voice through cinematic storytelling, short-form creativity, and high-impact digital content.

Position is based in Los Angeles with PMC values in-person collaboration: employees work onsite 4 days a week and 1 day remotely.

Responsibilities

• Video Production & Editing: Produce, shoot, and edit editorial and branded video content — interviews, panels, behind-the-scenes, TikToks, Reels, Facebook, Reddit, X and YouTube packages
• Film with both iPhones and cinema cameras, capturing high-quality footage for mobile and horizontal formats
• Edit efficiently in Adobe Premiere Pro, adding motion graphics, subtitles, music, and visual effects to enhance content
• Execute editorial and branded deliverables while maintaining IndieWire’s tone and creative standards
• Coordinate post-production timelines, file management, and freelance contributors

• YouTube Strategy & Execution: Own YouTube publishing — from longform interviews to Shorts cutdowns
• Optimize thumbnails, titles, and metadata for SEO, watch time, and CTR
• Repurpose legacy content for current YouTube audience trends
• Collaborate on evergreen franchise formats (e.g. Toolkit Podcast, Deep Dives, Awards Analysis)

• Social Media Video Distribution: Develop daily social-first video content tied to editorial calendars, awards coverage, film festivals, and industry news
• Lead execution on TikTok, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, and YouTube Shorts, creating platform-native videos with high shareability
• Partner with social media team to boost engagement and drive traffic back to IndieWire.com
• Design and execute custom content for talent amplification, branded promotions, and live event moments

• Branded & Commercial Campaign Support: Produce video and social content for sponsored campaigns and custom client activations
• Work cross-functionally with sales, branded content, and marketing teams from pre-sale to delivery
• Ideate creative executions that align brand messaging with IndieWire’s editorial credibility

Who You Are

• 4+ years’ experience in video production and social media for entertainment, media, or news brand
• Expert-level editing in Adobe Premiere Pro; motion graphics/After Effects a strong plus
• Confident shooting on both iPhones and DSLR/cinema cameras (Canon C200/C500, Sony FX3, etc.), with a sharp eye for lighting, audio, and framing
• Comfortable working under tight turnarounds and able to execute an idea quickly
• Able to thrive in fast-paced production environments with grace under pressure
• A social media native — fluent in platform trends, analytics, and content formats on Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, Reddit, X, and YouTube
• Proven success creating video content that drives views, shares, and web traffic
• Strong communicator, collaborator, and problem solver with experience managing production workflows
• Passionate about independent film, entertainment, and cultural storytelling

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience booking talent and creating pitch decks for high-profile guests
• Understanding of branded content and client-side expectations
• Familiarity with analytics platforms (YouTube Studio, IG Insights, CrowdTangle, Reddit, etc.)
• Spanish-language proficiency or experience producing bilingual content
• A portfolio of work that showcases creative range across platforms

Compensation

Base pay range: $85,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Typical wage: $85k-$100k. Factors used to determine actual salary may include specific skills, years of experience, and comparisons to current employees. If you have more or less experience, please apply and list your salary expectations.

Benefits & Employment Details

It’s an at-will position. The Company reserves the right to modify base salary (and any other compensation programs) at any time, including reasons related to individual or department performance and market factors.

PMC’s comprehensive benefits package includes PMC-Paid Healthcare with no employee paycheck contributions on medical, dental, and vision for you and your family, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) with Employer match, and other discounts and wellness perks. A new Flexible Vacation Policy is being launched.

About IndieWire

IndieWire has been covering the business and art of entertainment for over 25 years, with a distinctive editorial voice and a history rooted in independent film and television storytelling. IndieWire is part of Penske Media Corp (PMC).

About PMC

Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company with a portfolio including Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, and others. PMC aims to be a force for good and is committed to an inclusive working environment.

Location: Los Angeles, CA