Podcast Video Producer
About The Position
The Financial Times is looking for a DC-based video producer to join our FT News Briefing podcast team. This is an exciting time to join the FT as it looks to expand its video-podcast offering and to reach new audiences with a multi-format approach. The role requires an experienced video editor who can work at a fast pace. You will have a proven track record of producing edits on a quick turnaround as well as optimising short-form video content across various video and audio platforms, with specific expertise in crafting content for social media. This role reports to the head of audio and in addition to The FT News Briefing, the podcast video producer will also work with audio colleagues as we roll out video for shows in our podcast slate. Our team runs on collaboration, honesty and flexibility. This is a fixed-term contract through December 2026.
Requirements
- Confident use of Adobe Premiere, Pro Tools with knowledge of other video editing software including Descript
- An understanding of After Effects would be beneficial
- Experience of cutting podcasts for video platforms and translating content to succeed on social media
- An understanding of optimising content for video networks and social media algorithms
- Works collaboratively and flexibly
- Has worked in a busy newsroom
- Has a keen eye for detail
- Organised, able to prioritise a busy workload and can work to tight deadlines
- Is passionate about podcasts and video podcasts
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with filming with cameras similar to Sony A7IV, Sony FR7 and Canon C300
Responsibilities
- Editing vertical social media video clips and images for The FT News Briefing
- Provide post production work on edits
- Establish efficient video production workflows for The FT News Briefing
- Establish a workflow for video rollout on audio platforms
- Use performance data to optimise short-form video content across various video and audio platforms
- Support social video clip creation for other FT podcasts
- Advise on technical set-ups for remote podcast recordings and in-studio sessions
- Work closely with the video and social media teams
Benefits
- Generous annual leave
- Medical cover
- Inclusive parental leave packages
- Subsidised gym memberships
- Opportunities to give back to the community
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
