Vertical Video Lead

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth‑focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses.

The Record (Bergen County NJ) & NorthJersey.com
The ideal candidate will create and develop visual storytelling across multiple platforms, using video to inform, engage and entertain fan bases. The employee will connect with readers through social media, coordinate with internal staff on the best ways to implement vertical video, and pursue user‑generated content when appropriate. They will be fluent in digital journalism methods, tools, and best practices, with an emphasis on video production on tight deadlines in breaking news and planned coverage situations.

This position regularly contributes ideas for stories and video that are fresh, compelling, and timely and that will meet audience interests and needs. The person will identify the top video storytelling opportunities each day and ensure the newsroom has the means to capture, produce, distribute and promote that video. They also take initiative in creating videos and other multimedia content, and ensure appropriate videos are updated regularly online.

Responsibilities

Creates quality multimedia storytelling using videography and text that accurately informs, entertains and engages our audience. Uses audience metrics to assist in making coverage decisions and demonstrates high command of techniques and sophisticated craftsmanship in video storytelling and community engagement.

Champions vertical video with the newsroom.

Collaborates and connects with reporters through visual storytelling and outreach (social media, on camera, forums, community leadership, etc.).

Works with content strategist and audience analyst to evaluate what's working and what's not and develops ongoing plans to better satisfy audience needs.

Works on special projects and performs editing of visuals when needed.

Provides great customer service, helping readers find answers and solutions.

Requirements

A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a related field.

Communication and collaboration with editors, reporters, and colleagues.

Excellent planning, coordinating and multitasking skills.

Superior prioritization and flexibility to change when the news or industry demands it.

Strong idea generation and execution.

Ability to work on their own and make decisions.

Position Salary range:

$65,000 - $73,000

Application Instructions
We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don’t limit your upload to a resume; show us what you’ve done. Put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:

Your resume – one to two pages.

A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.

Links to 3-6 online samples of your work.

It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where USA TODAY Co. employs employees. In addition, USA TODAY Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individual’s application for employment with USA TODAY Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact USA TODAY Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at Recruit@usatodayco.com. Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location. Applications from outside these regions will be removed from our system after submission.

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