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USA TODAY Co., Inc. · 1 day ago

California Videographer & Social Specialist

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$24.28/hr - $37.94/hr

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. They are seeking a dynamic visual journalist to capture and deliver compelling vertical videos for social platforms, aiming to grow and engage diverse audiences in California.

Newspapers

Responsibilities

Capture, edit, and publish vertical video news stories at the speed of news in California, with an emphasis on immediacy, creativity, and narrative impact

Conceive and execute visually arresting content tailored to TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and emerging platforms to maximize audience engagement and sharing

Build audience loyalty as an on-camera face and voice, consistently delivering standups from the scene or in front of a green screen. Be able to shoot and deliver stills as needed

Use real-time analytics and audience metrics to inform editorial decisions and optimize content for reach, watch time, and interaction

Collaborate closely with reporters, editors, audience and national video team colleagues to amplify news coverage and deliver multimedia storytelling that resonates across demographics

Cover a wide range of news topics—from breaking news to Hollywood to sports and politics—always with a creative approach that sets our coverage apart in the digital landscape

Produce and deliver vertical, platform-optimized video ensuring accuracy, storytelling excellence, and journalistic integrity

Grow and engage audiences by experimenting with innovative video techniques, story formats, and interactive elements

Engage directly with the California community both online and on the ground, sourcing stories and building relationships

Participate in planning meetings to pitch new ideas and contribute to editorial strategy for video content and social media coverage

Promote the USA TODAY NETWORK brand and drive traffic to our digital properties through strategic social video content

Qualification

Vertical video productionAdobe Premiere ProSocial media trendsJournalism degreeMobile video toolsCommunicationOrganizational skillsTeam player

Required

Bachelor's or master's degree in journalism, communications, media, or related field; or equivalent experience

Proven experience shooting and editing vertical video for news, with a strong portfolio reflecting speed, creativity, and audience growth on major social platforms

Expertise with mobile video production tools and professional editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, mobile apps specific to platforms)

Ability to work under tight deadlines and adapt quickly to breaking news situations

Strong understanding of social media trends and algorithms, and a passion for experimenting with new storytelling techniques

Excellent communication and organizational skills; a team player who thrives in a fast-changing, collaborative environment

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation; able to travel as news requires across California

Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends, as news demands