Social Video Producer
United States
Creative Development /
Full-time /
Remote
About This Role
We are looking for a passionate content producer and video editor to apply their skills in content production, editing, and technical management. This role will primarily work to support The Athletic’s NBA and NFL coverage, but potentially extend to other sports. Our ideal candidate will have excellent experience in creating engaging social-first video formats, video editing, and post-production in fast-paced environments and have some expertise and a keen interest in technical equipment including cameras, lighting, microphones, and editing software. Applicants should be interested in and have demonstrable knowledge of US sports, including NBA and NFL.
This role will be remote for candidates located in the United States or Canada only.
Responsibilities
- Remotely produce, shoot, and edit videos with our newsroom talent.
- Write scripts and direct presenting talent.
- Work under the Senior Executive Producer to create content for our social video channels including YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook.
- Complete channel and community management tasks.
- Work with the video growth team to identify trends and scale our video products.
- Assist the other video production teams with additional editing when required.
- Present in front of the camera (not a requirement but a desirable option).
Requirements
- 4+ years of relevant industry experience.
- BA/BS degree or equivalent professional experience.
- Expertise in the use of Adobe Creative Cloud software.
- Outstanding editing skills.
- Experience with cameras, lighting and audio desirable.
- High level of professionalism; driven and motivated with excellent follow-up.
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
- Creative and strategic thinking skills.
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Broadcast journalism experience, and/or social video editing experience in the sports media industry is desirable.
- Knowledge of and keen interest in sports.
- Presenting experience desirable.
- Must be available to work shifts, including weekends and evenings.
- This role will be remote for candidates located in the United States or Canada only.
The annual base salary range for this role is $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 USD. The total compensation offered for this position may vary based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and location. It may also include non-cash rewards and benefits. The base salary range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
