Advance Local is hiring: Creative Video Storyteller in Birmingham

Job Description

Strengthening and empowering all of the communities we serve.

Creative Video Storyteller

Hybrid role, based in Birmingham, AL

Join Our Team - Be a Creator Who Tells Alabama's Story

If you are a passionate storyteller who thrives in both shooting and editing video, we invite you to apply for the role of Creative Video Storyteller. You'll help share the stories that matter most to our audiences in Alabama.

The base salary range is $47,000 to $57,000 per year.

What Makes This Role Unique

This position merges traditional journalism with an innovative creator's approach, focusing on audience-driven storytelling that genuinely connects with the community. You will cover significant news, vibrant culture, and the diverse communities of Alabama, presenting them in ways that resonate digitally.

Curiosity and agility will be key as you help shape how our stories are told and shared. While embracing the creativity of digital content creation, you'll also maintain the highest journalistic standards of accuracy, ethics, and public service. You’ll have the freedom to experiment with various formats and platforms while ensuring your storytelling remains truthful and impactful.

Your work will span multiple digital platforms, from engaging social media clips to immersive visual features. You will be adept at capturing great footage with both smartphones and professional video equipment, and you will use whatever tools available to you effectively. Your presence will be felt in the communities that matter most to Alabamians, building trust and engagement.

What You'll Do

• Report, film, edit, and publish compelling video stories across various topics including breaking news, politics, sports, life, and culture.

• Create engaging content tailored for social media that educates, inspires, and ignites conversation.

• Travel throughout the state to capture a wide range of stories and landscapes.

• Collaborate closely with reporters, editors, and other teams to enhance coverage.

• Engage with local communities both online and in person to discover untold stories.

• Experiment with different storytelling formats and styles to grow your audience and impact.

• Work efficiently under tight deadlines since the pace of news is fast and requires timely publishing.

What You Bring

• At least five years of experience in video production, preferably within a newsroom or digital media environment.

• Experience shooting with both mobile and professional equipment, able to choose the right tools for each story.

• Strong video editing capabilities.

• A keen eye for visual storytelling, pacing, and audience engagement.

• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively while staying informed on Alabama's news and culture.

• Familiarity with SEO, social media analytics, and digital best practices.

• A strong passion for storytelling that reflects Alabama's diverse traditions and voices.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with empathy and professionalism.

• Drone certification or a willingness to obtain one is a plus.

This role requires reliable transportation to meet with sources or cover events.

To be considered, please submit:

• A cover letter that shares your excitement for this role.

• Your resume.

• A portfolio showcasing your best video and social media work.

We believe that great candidates may not check every box. If you are enthusiastic about this opportunity and demonstrate initiative, curiosity, and a strong understanding of our mission, we encourage you to apply.

Additional Information

Advance Local Media provides competitive pay and an extensive benefits package, including affordable healthcare options, mental health support, flexible spending accounts, a competitive 401(k) plan, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and an employee assistance program to help balance work and life. We also prioritize cultural diversity with flexible holidays.

Alabama Media Group is part of Advance Local Media, one of the largest media groups in the U.S., providing news and information in over 20 cities and reaching more than 52 million people monthly through quality journalism and community engagement. Our values are Integrity, Customer-first, Inclusiveness, Collaboration, and Forward-looking. For more information about Advance Local, please visit advance local.com.

Alabama Media Group operates innovative local media properties such as AL.com, the AL Education Lab, and This is Alabama while publishing daily digital editions of the Huntsville Times, The Birmingham News, and the Press-Register for Mobile.

In the past seven years, AL.com journalists have received numerous prestigious awards, demonstrating our commitment to quality journalism.

Advance Local Media is an equal opportunity employer, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources and share the nature of your request and your contact information.

Advance Local Media does not provide work visa sponsorship. Only candidates authorized to work in the U.S. will be considered for this position.