Video Producer/Editor
Variety Magazine is seeking a Video Producer/Editor to work across various series and live events. This multifaceted video staffer will be creating and executing videos on tight turnarounds, shooting content in field in the US and abroad, as needed, and coordinating with team leads to facilitate shoots across different departments within the magazine. As part of our company-wide rollout of PMC’s paid healthcare plan, for this role the company pays 100% of the monthly health, dental and vision plan premiums for the employee and their family.
This Producer/Editor should be comfortable working in an extremely fast-paced environment and be passionate about entertainment news. A comprehensive understanding of video content & social media strategies, and shooting original video, virtually or in our studios & on-site, will be needed for the day-to-day. In this role the Video Producer/Editor will help grow our video footprint in the digital space by quickly editing videos, creating and/or manipulating custom graphics, and packaging content into short form pieces. Fluency in social/video platforms such as YouTube, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook are essential.
The ideal candidate must have entertainment news experience with a track record of shooting and editing original, high production value video. We aim to create content that engages our audience across our variety of brands and a multitude of platforms. This role reports to the Executive Producer of Editorial and is based in Los Angeles.
Responsibilities:
Shoot and edit video for the web - .com, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, etc.
Work with our video team and various brand leaders to fill the growing demand for video content surrounding events, award ceremonies, and more
Write, shoot and edit high quality video that suits the needs of the brand
Perform much of the post-production process for edits, including importing and organizing media, editing footage and sound files, color correction/grading, adding music and voice-overs, and archiving media
Manage on-location shoots, sets, and crews in the US or abroad
Manage multiple productions and ensure on-time delivery
Record and edit weekly podcasts (video and audio).
Requirements:
5+ years of experience working on a video team for online media
Experience with news content for video
Experience creating and managing the production of premium digital video
Background in and strong understanding of entertainment, news, fashion or similarly related digital consumer media
Traveling to location within the US or abroad and coordinating shoots
Thorough and current understanding of video distribution in a fast-paced environment
Fluency in core video social platforms; proficiency with YouTube’s CMS, best practices a plus
Ability to work efficiently across multiple events, platforms, and stakeholders
A track record of coming up with solutions for logistical challenges
Fluency with the Adobe Video Suite, Premiere is a must, Photoshop/Illustrator are a plus, After Effects is a big plus
Familiarity with Canon, Sony, Black Magic digital cinema, DSLR and mirrorless cameras
Typical wage range: $70k - $80k. Factors that could be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, years of experience and comparison to current employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range. The total compensation package for this position will also include other elements, a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits including 401(k) eligibility and paid time off benefits.