Houston Chronicle is hiring: Video Producer in Houston

Job Description
The Houston Chronicle is looking for a Video Producer to help lead the next phase of our video strategy, expanding how we tell stories and how audiences find and engage with our journalism. This role will be central to building a more consistent, high‑impact video operation across platforms, with a growing focus on YouTube as a core audience and storytelling platform. We are investing in repeatable formats, franchise series, and higher‑end storytelling that builds habit, trust, and reach over time. This is a hands‑on role for a strong visual storyteller and experienced production leader who can manage projects from concept to final delivery, collaborate across the newsroom, and help shape what video looks like at the Chronicle.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end‑to‑end video production, including concepting, scripting, storyboarding, filming and editing

Direct shoots in the field, ensuring projects stay on schedule and align with creative vision

Oversee videographers and editors on key projects, helping manage workflows, schedules and production priorities

Collaborate with reporters, editors and audience teams to identify opportunities for video tied to our journalism

Produce a mix of formats including explainers, features, franchise series and larger documentary‑style projects

Help build and execute a consistent YouTube strategy, including repeatable formats, publishing cadence and audience growth

Translate reporting into clear, compelling visual storytelling that serves and engages Houston audiences

Ensure all video meets strong editorial, technical and production standards

Manage multiple projects at once, balancing speed, quality and newsroom priorities

We’re Looking For Someone Who

Has at least 5 years of experience leading video production, including filming and editing

Has a strong portfolio or reel that demonstrates storytelling ability and production quality

Is an excellent communicator who can manage people, talent and stakeholders effectively

Has strong project management skills, including planning, scheduling and prioritization
Brings a sharp visual eye and a strong sense of narrative structure in video storytelling

Has experience writing scripts and developing storyboards to guide production

Is highly proficient with video equipment, specifically must be able to efficiently film with Sony cinema line cameras

Has strong technical skills in lighting, composition and editing tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects

Can both shoot and edit independently when needed

Understands how video performs across platforms, including YouTube, and is motivated to grow audience and reach

Thrives in a fast‑paced newsroom environment and works well across teams

Success is Measured By

Consistent production of high‑quality video that strengthens our journalism and expands our reach

Successful execution of repeatable formats and franchise series that build audience over time

Growth in YouTube presence, including views, watch time and subscriber growth

Strong collaboration across the newsroom to identify and execute impactful video opportunities

Recognizing the diverse needs of our candidates, if you are interested in applying for employment and need assistance or an accommodation to use our website or regarding the application process, please contact us by email at hnpemployment@hearst.com. Please do not use this email address to inquire about the status of applications. We will only respond to inquiries concerning requests for a reasonable accommodation through this email address.

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