Social media producer, US audio and video podcast

Guardian Careers•New York, NY

51d•$85,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Guardian is a global news organization that delivers fearless, independent journalism. From breaking news and award-winning investigations, to in-depth coverage of technology, sports, film, culture and lifestyle, the Guardian offers a global view that deepens our audiences' understanding of America and the world. Headquartered in New York City, Guardian US is an entirely digital operation that seeks to engage US readers by combining the Guardian's international coverage with US voices and expertise. Core coverage areas include the climate emergency, economic and racial inequality, digital privacy and much more. Guardian US launched in 2011 and today has bureaus in New York, Washington DC, New Orleans and Los Angeles. The Guardian is an independently owned, mission-driven organization, funded by readers around the globe. It’s the talent, energy and commitment our people bring to The Guardian that make us who we are. Across our business we have some of the most creative thinkers in media and beyond: award winning journalists, cutting edge commercial teams, digital talent and more. The Guardian is looking for an experienced, creative, and organized social media producer to develop and execute a strategy to promote our new video and audio podcast and grow our audience. The Guardian has a robust collection of award-winning podcasts in the UK, but this will be our first show for an American audience. We’re looking for an innovative producer with a passion for visual storytelling and the editorial experience to identify the most compelling and significant moments in an interview to feature across social media platforms and video channels. The ideal candidate will also bring new ideas about additional shortform content we can create to draw in viewers and listeners. This show will primarily be an interview format filmed in our New York studio with the wide ranging, global perspective that The Guardian offers. Figuring out how to convey the voice of the show visually – urgent and newsy sometimes, playful and light at others – will be an essential task of this position. The ideal candidate will have a firm grasp of the Guardian’s brand and editorial identity and possess a strong understanding of the US podcast landscape and social platforms to find opportunities to experiment and grow. They will work closely with the social team to find opportunities to build our audiences on multiple platforms.

Requirements

Experience of using video editing software, ideally Adobe Premiere
Experience of shooting video in and outside of studio settings
Understanding of community engagement across social channels
Proven ability to tailor creative approaches to different platforms — from scripting and captioning to thumbnail design and audience tone
Understanding of audience metrics on YouTube and social channels
Understanding of YouTube channel management
Experience working with a fast moving newsroom
An understanding that producing a near daily show that’s reactive to the news will require occasional early morning or late night interviews and prep work
Understand the tone, purpose and audience of the Guardian
Understand and keep up to date with the latest developments in audio and video
Ability to bring a diverse perspective to the role
Strong knowledge of global news and politics
A clear understanding of the Guardian’s voice and positioning within the US media landscape
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Comfortable producing work on tight deadline
Commitment to high journalistic standards for factual accuracy
Able to manage multiple projects at a time
Ability to meet high standards, but work with kindness and respect while doing so

Responsibilities

Working with podcast producers to identify key moments in interviews to feature in daily social media packages to promote the podcast
Work with producers and executive producers to generate ideas for additional material to engage audiences on social platforms, YouTube Shorts, etc.
Work with the social team to create and conceptualize social video approaches that succeed on specific social platforms and align with broader Guardian US strategy and voice
Collaborate with producers to write engaging copy that appears on social media and video platforms
Work closely with senior and executive producers to guarantee the highest levels of creativity, editorial and legal standards
Play an active part in the Guardian’s podcast team and look for opportunities to showcase our journalism and values

Benefits

25 days of vacation leave in addition to 12 company holidays
Unlimited sick time
Free Headspace subscription for you and your family members(Headspace is a company that offers evidence-based meditation and mindfulness tools, mental health coaching, therapy, psychiatry, and EAP services)
401(k) Match
Subsidized healthcare coverage including medical, vision, and dental
Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts
Generous parental leave with 100% pay
Long Term and Short Term Disability insurance
Life insurance
Commuter benefits
Work/Life balance: Flexible hybrid schedule