Podcast Video Producer, Digital Studios

WHYY Inc • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

WHYY Digital Studios seeks an experienced Podcast Video Producer to create digital-first video for local and national audiences across original series, podcasts, YouTube, social media, and special projects. The position supports WHYY programming and strategic partnerships with NPR, PBS Digital Studios, and other content initiatives. Approximately 85% of the role involves producing, shooting, and editing video, while approximately 15% involves managing the Fresh Air video production workflow.

The producer works with producers, hosts, and editorial teams to develop visually compelling content suited to digital platforms. The role includes field and studio production, location shoots, editing, production quality control, workflow development, and analysis of platform performance. The position is represented by SAG-AFTRA.

Requirements

• A degree in production or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Familiarity with research and web content development.
• Premiere editing experience.
• At least five years of experience in digital video production, including editing video and audio material.
• Experience producing short-form pieces and preparing content for multimedia platform distribution.
• Experience at a news agency, publisher, or content studio.
• Ability to create online video content and familiarity with social media.
• Strong understanding of DSLR cameras or better.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere and working familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong audio and lighting skills.

Nice To Haves

• FAA Part 107 Commercial Drone Pilot’s license.

Responsibilities

• Produce, shoot, and edit original digital-first video for YouTube, social media, podcasts, and WHYY digital platforms.
• Lead field and studio camera production for Digital Studios projects and special initiatives.
• Develop workflows that transform radio, podcast, and original programming into engaging digital experiences.
• Collaborate with producers, hosts, and editorial teams to create content optimized for YouTube and emerging digital platforms.
• Produce video supporting Fresh Air and other WHYY programs in accordance with NPR and organizational priorities.
• Edit short- and long-form content using Adobe Premiere and Adobe Creative Suite while maintaining WHYY visual standards.
• Help establish and maintain consistent production standards for Fresh Air video across hosts and studios, including framing, lighting, audio, graphics, and post-production.
• Perform final production quality control before content is submitted for editorial approval and publication.
• Manage the day-to-day Fresh Air video workflow, including schedules, asset handoffs, review cycles, approvals, and deliverable tracking between Fresh Air and Digital Studios.
• Plan and execute location shoots, including lighting, audio, and camera operation.
• Contribute creative ideas to strengthen WHYY digital storytelling and audience engagement.
• Support PBS Digital Studios productions and other externally funded digital initiatives.
• Analyze YouTube and other platform performance metrics to inform content decisions, improve engagement, and optimize video performance.
• Help develop efficient production workflows and maximize content distribution across platforms.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level