Newsweek is hiring a
Multimedia Producer

Summary

Join Newsweek as a Multimedia Producer and contribute to creating engaging visual content for our global audience.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of proven experience as a video producer or a similar role for a digital media publication, with a strong portfolio of work
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects
• Proficient in all aspects of multimedia production, from sourcing stories/videos, editing video. setting up Zoom or in-person interviews, writing scripts, putting photo elements together, cropping photos
• Proficient storytelling skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas in an engaging way
• Ability to work in a team or independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously; a self-starter
• Must be open to using AI tools to produce content
• Believes in Newsweek’s mission and goals
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills
• Ability to adapt quickly, stay flexible and work under pressure while meeting tight deadlines
• Open and/or interest in finding and testing emerging AI tools and technologies that can help increase productivity of creative tasks and maximize workflow
• Must speak fluent English

Responsibilities

• Source, pitch, create, edit and produce several bespoke photos, videos and graphics per day that illustrate and enhance stories on our homepage, website, social media, third-party and other platforms maximize impact, reach and engagement
• React to breaking/trending news stories as and when they happen
• Learn and use non-AI and AI tools to generate and edit visual content. Tools include Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, Canva, ClipChamp, Firefly, Flourish, Google Earth Studio and more
• Work with reporters, editors and other editorial groups to optimize and brainstorm ideas to for visual storytelling; assist with newsroom requests
• Ensure all content meets the newsroom's standards for accuracy, quality, and style
• Manage different editing schedules and projects of complexity and work successfully under tight deadlines and in high-pressure situations
• Be open to testing new emerging tools that can be implemented within multimedia and the wider newsroom
• Work flexibly and adapt to changing goals and priorities
• Upload videos to YouTube that engage with audiences to increase subscribers
• Perform any other reasonable duties as necessary to meet the needs of the business

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with data visualization and interactive storytelling
• Knowledge and/or experience of Canva, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
• Experience in graphic design, motion graphics and/or animation
• Familiarity with using social media, Google Trends and other news discovery tools
• Knowledge and experience with camera operating, filming, being on set, live events
• Knowledge of SEO principles and social media best practices
• Photography experience