Creative Producer, Bon Appétit & Epicurious

Creative Producer, Bon Appétit & Epicurious
Location: New York, NY

Bon Appétit and Epicurious seek a highly skilled Creative Producer with a strong instinct for food storytelling and a proven ability to produce and direct engaging, high‑quality video across formats from recipe‑driven content to in‑the‑field docu‑style series. This role is the on‑set creative lead and operational driver, responsible for bringing concepts to life from pre‑production through post. The Creative Producer partners closely with Video Directors, Associate Producers, Production Management, and Post‑Production to execute compelling, talent‑driven content that resonates with audiences. The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of YouTube‑native storytelling and how creative decisions from casting to pacing impact performance and audience engagement. This role reports to the Senior Director of Content Production and is based in New York City.

Primary Responsibilities

Handles all production logistics for shoots, working collaboratively with Creative Producers, Directors, and Associate Producers as needed

Executes with confidence in both field and studio environments. Able to direct multi‑camera shoots and talent.

Creates, reviews, edits, and approves preliminary and final creative treatments, casting, and production schedules for all assignments

Directs and supports chef and celebrity talent to ensure authenticity and clarity. Creates a calm, organized, and positive on‑set environment that enables strong performances

Reviews cuts and provides clear, actionable feedback from rough cuts through final delivery

Owns production logistics in partnership with Production Management, including schedules, budgets, freelance support, and legal matters

Identifies and implements workflows to improve production efficiency

Tracks content performance and applies insights to refine creative decisions and strengthen future episodes

Conducts rigorous research on food topics, culinary talent, and experts to ensure accuracy and credibility

Monitors competitive content and emerging trends to inform new ideas

Partners cross‑functionally, including on sponsored content, ensuring integrations are seamless and editorially sound

Builds strong relationships with talent, crew, vendors, and internal stakeholders

Acts as a leader and mentor on set and within the team, modeling professionalism, clear communication, and a solution‑oriented mindset

Contributes to brainstorms and the development of new formats and series

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree

3+ years of experience producing and directing digital video, ideally in food, lifestyle, or editorial content

Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment

Experience overseeing the full production lifecycle (development through post)

Strong portfolio demonstrating creative execution

Desired Skills & Qualifications

Mastery of YouTube video direction principles, including hook construction, retention‑driven editing, and platform‑specific visual storytelling that maximizes performance

Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage crews and guide talent on set

Excellent editorial judgment and storytelling instincts

Highly organized with strong attention to detail across multiple projects

Strong post‑production sensibility with the ability to give clear, actionable notes

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proactive, collaborative, and adaptable approach to production

Ability to create content that drives engagement, loyalty, and business impact

The expected base salary range for this position is from $87,000 - $110,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to relevant skills, training, experience, and education.

In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates may also be eligible to receive discretionary bonus compensation.

This is a guild position.

Condé Nast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics.

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