On-Call Vertical Video Producer

KQED • San Francisco, CA

2d

About The Position

The On-Call Vertical Video Producer is an experienced, social-first content creator who is comfortable both filming and editing short-form video content and appearing on-camera for hosted explainers, greenscreen videos, and other social-first formats. This role is part of KQED’s Audience Development team and is not a position within the newsroom. Reporting to the Social Media Strategist, this role partners with teams across KQED to create engaging, audience-centric content that reflects KQED’s mission to connect Bay Area audiences to the region and to each other.

Requirements

• Comfortable appearing on-camera in hosted or greenscreen formats for TikTok and Instagram.
• Strong on-camera communication and script-writing skills with the ability to explain topics clearly, conversationally, and with audience appeal.
• Strong video editing skills in mobile apps (CapCut, Instagram/TikTok editors) or desktop equivalents (Premiere Pro, Final Cut) with the ability to edit quickly and in a style aligned with platform best practices.
• Ability to film oneself using smartphone equipment, basic lighting, and greenscreen setups.
• Working knowledge of major social media platforms, especially TikTok and Instagram.
• Ability to research, synthesize, and interpret information quickly.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, remotely, and flexibly.
• Portfolio or links to social video work demonstrating on-camera presence, editing skills, and social-first storytelling required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with workflow tools such as Google Workspace, Airtable, and Slack.
• Familiarity with or interest in public media.
• Strong visual instincts and a sharp eye for design and aesthetics.
• Experience using Canva or similar tools to create social graphics.
• Curiosity about digital audience behavior and social trends.
• Motion graphics or animation experience is a plus.
• Ability to create content that resonates with diverse Bay Area audiences.
• A love for the Bay Area and its stories.

Responsibilities

• Produce 3–4 high-quality vertical videos per week for @KQED’s Instagram and TikTok channels, including ideation, scripting, filming, editing, and publishing.
• Serve as an on-camera host for social-first videos, including greenscreen explainers, walk-and-talk videos, and topical breakdowns.
• Edit short-form videos quickly and creatively, incorporating captions, sound, pacing, transitions, and visual elements native to TikTok and Instagram.
• Film and edit yourself in a variety of settings using smartphone equipment, lighting, and greenscreen.
• Pitch and develop social-first vertical video content on topics focused on the nine Bay Area counties, including: ○ Bay Area culture explainers ○ Bay Area history explainers ○ Bay Curious & The Bay podcast content ○ KQED Live and other local event-driven content ○ Trend-driven, relatable videos ○ Lifestyle and activity recommendations
• Stay current on TikTok and Instagram trends, audio, and memes to inform content ideation.
• Collaborate with editorial, marketing, and program teams to ensure content and scripts are fact-checked, brand-aligned, and timely.
• Use analytics and social performance data to inform content strategy and optimize videos for engagement and reach.
• Create content that meets accessibility standards, including captions and clear audio.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees