US Video Producer, Shows

dmg • New York City, NY

5d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Daily Mail is seeking a Video Producer to support end-to-end production on a variety of ambitious high-format longform YouTube shows. This person will deliver episodes for ongoing series across The Daily Mail’s channels, producing roughly two 12-22 minute episodes per month. This Video Producer will support a team of Senior Video Producers as they lead show development. We are looking for a confident, reliable all-rounder who values quality, consistency, and adaptability. The Video Producer reports to the Executive Global Head of Video.

Requirements

• Strong research, story development, and scripting skills.
• On-set producing or directing experience, especially in documentary, news, or YouTube formats.
• Working understanding of post-production workflows and narrative editing.
• Ability to manage multiple episodes at different stages (pre-pro, production, post) with strong time-management.
• Confident communicator able to work with talent, crew, and Senior Video Producers.
• Familiarity with YouTube storytelling, pacing, retention strategies, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Produce several ongoing longform series from start to finish with oversight from the lead producer, delivering every stage of the production process.
• Conduct background research, identify story angles, gather data, and support Senior Video Producers in shaping episode concepts.
• Draft interview questions, write episode outlines or partial scripts, and ensure narratives are clear, engaging, and accurate.
• Coordinate shoot dates, book locations, handle releases, organize schedules, and communicate needs with camera ops/DPs and talent.
• Lead or support shoots, direct talent, manage run-of-show, troubleshoot problems, and ensure coverage that fits the format, maintaining consistency in tone, pacing, and brand style during the shoot.
• Provide paper edits, stringouts and rough assembly notes.
• Review cuts, give clear feedback to editors, and ensure deadlines are met.
• Analyze series performance, using data to determine the strengths and weaknesses of each project.

Benefits

• Company scheme includes healthcare, dental, optical, life insurance and 401K
• PTO: Standard allowance is 15 days plus one day per every year of service capped at 20 days. Public holidays are not included in this allowance. They are in addition.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed