Video/Audio Producer
About The Position
Fortune is looking for an experienced video/audio producer to join its video team. As a producer, you will be part of a team of journalists creating compelling business storytelling through video and audio. Top candidates for this position will have a professional background in video journalism, as well as demonstrate exceptional shooting, scripting, and editing skills. Candidates must be comfortable producing interview-driven series and video podcasts, and must have proven business journalism experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in interview production, including booking and producing interviews for interview-driven shows or series. Deep familiarity with studio production is essential, including expertise in camera operation and studio lighting setup. Proficiency in editing with Adobe Premiere Pro is required, as is familiarity with remote production software (e.g., OpenReel). Those in the role juggle many tasks and will be expected to pitch, develop, research, and report stories. Productions will be primarily in the studio, though field production is a part of the role for conferences and other story opportunities. You will also work collaboratively with newsroom reporters and editors across a range of coverage areas. Strong editorial judgement, audio and video production experience, and superb communication skills are critical for this role. As the producer of these stories, you will collaborate closely with hosts to create a best-in-class final product. The position is based in our New York City office and reports to the Executive Producer.
Requirements
- 3-5 years of production experience within a business news media outlet, digital media outlet preferred
- Demonstrated experience in business journalism (required)
- A strong background in booking and producing interviews, ideally for interview-driven shows or video podcasts
- Deep familiarity with studio production, including camera operation and studio lighting setup
- Proficiency in editing with Adobe Premiere Pro
- Passion for business news and current events
- A strong storyteller with a proven track record of deep reporting, fact-checking expertise, and high-quality, original production
- Experience writing scripts and headlines, and packaging shows
- Ability to collaborate with newsroom leaders and reporters
- Strong project management skills
- Ability to work well with others in a highly collaborative environment
- Excellent time management skills and ability to balance priorities across multiple projects
- Adept with studio lighting setups as well as field shoots, preferably with both Sony and Canon cameras
Nice To Haves
- Basic knowledge of After Effects, Photoshop and Illustrator is a plus
Responsibilities
- Pitch, develop, produce and edit original videos and vodcasts
- Book guests for interview-driven shows, series, and vodcasts
- Create comprehensive research packets for hosts of vodcasts, including background, format and interview questions
- Shoot and edit videos in-studio and in the field, with strong knowledge of studio camera and lighting setups
- Manage multiple stories in various stages of production
- Find creative ways to develop stories from the various places Fortune produces its journalism, including conferences
- Package content across Fortune's numerous distribution channels
- The role requires strong communication skills and will involve collaborative work across the newsroom
- Experiment with AI tools to streamline processes
- Complete additional duties as assigned
Benefits
- 22 vacation days, 11 paid holidays and an honor-based sick leave policy
- Health, dental, and vision, coverage (90% paid for individuals and families), plus a high-deductible health plan option where Fortune contributes to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and a mental-health benefit
- 401(k) plan
- Generous parental leave
- Dependent care/health care/commuter FSAs, and cell phone benefits
- Tuition reimbursement program and other professional development resources
- An array of cultural initiatives including Employee Resource Groups and a mentorship program
- A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Publishing Industries
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
