Senior Multimedia Producer Job at Boston Globe Media in Boston

The Senior Multimedia Producer contributes to creation and production of video content for digital, streaming, and social media platforms on Boston Globe Media’s network. The role involves managing all production phases from pre‑to‑post for short‑form and long‑form video, with emphasis on vertical video formats.
The Producer works with reporters, producers, and the video director to develop and produce news stories for on‑location and in‑house filming. The position requires a self‑starter able to multitask in a fast‑paced newsroom, demonstrating advanced shooting, audio, editing, and graphics skills. The Producer also supports podcast production, live events, and new multimedia initiatives.
Responsibilities

Consistently produce high‑quality video journalism using compelling video, photography, and/or audio that accurately reflects the story and meets technical standards.
Follow newsroom guidelines while operating with a strong sense of journalistic ethics.
Oversee field and studio production, including shooting, editing, audio recording, scripts, rundowns, lighting, and multi‑camera productions.
Work with reporters and editors across the newsroom to identify and produce timely video pieces.
Create digital video using own and external work, including wire and web sources.
Generate video ideas: pitch, develop, research, write stories and scripts; manage production for multiple ongoing projects on location and in the studio.
Partner with audience engagement and social media teams to produce innovative social and vertical video projects.
Work autonomously in a fast‑paced environment.
Follow the company’s best practices for video editing and workflow.
Use strong reporting skills to lead and edit short news videos and features, advancing stories visually.
Apply advanced multimedia, animations, video, and audio techniques to tell the story.
Essential Job Functions

Collaborate with newsroom staff to develop video ideas and projects responding to evolving audience needs.
Provide creative oversight and communicate concepts to the video director.
Determine production schedules, ensuring projects are completed on time and according to artistic and technical standards.
Adhere to and be accountable for all approved editorial and production standards set by the Video Director and Deputy Multimedia Director.
Lead and coordinate host, reporters, story producers, and creative/technical personnel throughout production.
Manage pre‑production including storyboarding, script editing, pre‑interviewing, securing locations, scheduling, and coordination with multiple newsroom teams.
Communicate with video director, editors, production technicians, and talent to convey shoot requirements and perform on‑location responsibilities.
Monitor post‑production processes, including editing and review via Vimeo, ensuring accurate completion of all creative details.
Handle other responsibilities as assigned.
Key Knowledge

Digital video, television, streaming, or documentary film production and process.
Non‑linear video editing and post‑production.
Professional journalistic, documentary storytelling and ethics.
Studio production equipment and software, teleprompter, ENPS, lighting.
Current social media video techniques, formats, and best practices.
Strong writing and editing skills.
Strong news judgment.
Key Skills

Keen instincts for visual communication and storytelling across formats.
Proficiency in pre‑production, production, and post‑production workflows.
Ability to manage multiple video projects simultaneously.
Digital video production experience in a newsroom setting.
Project management, high organizational skills, attention to detail, understanding of storytelling formats.
Daily production management: scripts, storyboarding, staffing, editing, deliverables, quality control.
Ability to work under high‑pressure, fast‑paced conditions with strong prioritization.
Efficiency and accuracy across complex production steps, meeting deadlines.
Qualifications

Minimum of 5+ years producing videos, preferably in a daily news environment.
College degree or equivalent required.
Demonstrated ability to write, record, create, edit, and produce multimedia features.
Comfortable working on tight deadlines and in high‑stress breaking news situations.
Experience with multiple camera setups, including Canon C100, C300, and various DSLR cameras.
High level of expertise in Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
Ability to work late hours and weekends.
Willingness to adapt, be audience‑focused, maintain a curious mindset, and commit to an inclusive work environment.
Location: The BGMP office is located in downtown Boston, near Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market, and is easily accessible by MBTA and commuter rail lines. This position is based in Boston; candidates should be based in the area or willing to move.
Hourly rate: $44.46 – $53.84.
This position is a union position covered by a collective bargaining agreement with the Boston Newspaper Guild.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
At Boston Globe Media, our mission is to empower, connect, and convene our communities with independent, trusted journalism and storytelling. We know a critical part of achieving this is by having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. Boston Globe Media is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes candidates and colleagues of all backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and skills.

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