Producer, MS NOW Digital

Job Description
The MS NOW Social Video Producer/Editor will conceive, write, produce, and edit content created for TikTok, YouTube, and other digital platforms. The job requires expert editing skills and a proven record in writing social scripts. Someone who can gather sound and build sharp graphics to construct compelling political storytelling. A creative, independent producer who has new ideas daily and thrives on making video content stand out and get noticed.

Position hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 2pm-10pm and Saturday 10am-6pm.

This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.

Responsibilities

Write, edit, produce two (or more) vertical videos daily.

Work with primes show teams to transform a compelling segment into viral social video.

Work with prime anchors, contributors, reporters on original video.

React fast to breaking news, turning videos that beat our competitors and lead the news cycle.

Generate daily and long-term original video pitches responsive to the political news cycle.

Work with senior leaders to develop new social franchises.

Identify moments from linear to rapidly share on social media.

React fast to breaking news turning videos for all platforms.

Produce graphics and carousels and thumbnails for YouTube, TikTok and Instagram.

Produce YouTube livestreams from start to finish.

Write compelling headlines and scripts.

Innovate with new ideas to grow the audience and MS NOW brand.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of social media editing, producing, writing.

Adobe Premiere expert who can shoot and edit quickly when speed is the priority.

Proven experience editing and producing original digital video.

Strong scriptwriting skills, with the ability to shape stories for digital video audiences.

Strong editorial judgment and commitment to accuracy and nuance.

Deep expertise in U.S. politics.

Ability to manage multiple original projects simultaneously.

Understanding of YouTube livestream technology.

Strong knowledge of all social media platforms and their audiences.

Skilled in using native editing tools across social platforms.

Experience with Figma, Adobe Photoshop, Canva.

Comply with the Standards and Practices of MS NOW.

Desired Qualifications

Ability to develop story ideas, research, and plan segments.

Work well both independently (must be a self-starter) and collaboratively as part of an integrated team.

Strong follow-through and attention to detail.

Ability to work calmly under pressure and meet deadlines.

Understanding of digital gear (camera operations, microphones).

Additional Requirements

Must be willing to work in New York, NY.

Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.

Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news and special projects.

This position has been designated as hybrid, in the office Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday weekly.

Benefits
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.

Salary Range: $93,000 - $110,000

EEO Statement
VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to candidateaccessibility@versantmedia.com.

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