Remote Video Production Manager

Summary

Newsweek is seeking an experienced Video Production Manager, YouTube & Platforms to develop and launch new long-form and short-form videos for their multiplatform digital video strategy. The role requires managing production workflows, schedules, budgets, optimizing content for YouTube, collaborating with editorial teams, and growing the YouTube channel.

Requirements

• 3-5+ years as a senior video producer or similar at a media organization producing video content to build audience views and engagement on YouTube and other video platforms
• Proven experience of growing views and subscribers on YouTube and managing a YT channel successfully
• A track record of developing new video series ideas
• Passionate about YouTube; knowledge of algorithms, SEO, analytics and optimization best practices
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Premiere, and familiarity with graphic design tools
• Strong understanding of video production processes, including pre-production, production, and post-production
• A strong videographer and producer that is versatile: can shoot interviews, in the field, capture broll, edit, etc
• A keen, creative eye for what type of content will fit best on our YouTube channel
• Excellent news judgement and storytelling skills with the ability to create engaging content
• Ability to manage others in high-performing environments
• Expert editorial judgement and a passion for building episodic content
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects at once and deliver quality results with tight timelines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; a great collaborator
• Must be flexible and adaptable; a problem solver
• Must be willing to leverage AI and other emerging tools in creative tasks to automate, generate and/or produce
• Ability to work both independently as well as part of a team or crew; a self-starter
• Must be willing to travel to shoot locations to film and direct

Responsibilities

• Pitch, develop and launch several new long-form and short-form stylized video series that will increase audience growth and engagement on video platforms, primarily YouTube
• Manage the end-to-end video production process, including scripting, shooting, producing, editing, and publishing
• Hire, supervise and mentor producers and editors, both freelance and staff
• Create and manage content and production calendars and workflows to ensure a consistent and timely release of video content for YouTube and platforms
• Manage the daily operations of Newsweek’s YouTube channel, ensuring content is regularly updated and optimized for search visibility, user experience, platform algorithms and overall branding
• Implement strategy to grow and maintain Newsweek’s YouTube channel
• Work alongside designers to create and concept pitch/shoot/presentation decks, graphics, logos, etc for new shows
• Collaborate with editorial teams to align video content with overall brand and journalistic goals
• Find and implement unique ways to grow audience and revenue off-platform
• Develop and manage budgets for video production projects; Allocate resources efficiently
• Collaborate with multiple partners, including audience, creative and marketing so videos are reaching as many people as possible
• Provide regular reports on video performance and insights to senior management; Present best practices for channel growth regularly
• Generate unique ideas and formats that will capture the audience’s attention and differentiate Newsweek’s video content
• Experiment with new video formats and storytelling techniques to enhance viewer engagement and retention

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in live streaming and producing live video content for YouTube/digital platforms
• Knowledge of video sponsorships a huge plus
• Graphic design, motion graphics, animation skills
• Photo editing and design skills
• Knowledge/experience developing video for other digital platforms

Benefits

Salary range: $80,000 - $105,000