California Post · 3 days ago
Producer/Video Editor (Daily News)
LA Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$75K/yr - $85K/yr
3+ years expCalifornia Post is launching to expand its voice to the West Coast, and they are seeking a Producer/Video Editor for Daily News. The role involves researching, writing, and editing videos for various news topics, while making editorial decisions on video coverage.
Online Media
Responsibilities
You will be the key person providing videos for California Post stories and making editorial decisions when it comes to video coverage for articles
You will edit dozens of short videos on Premiere with quick turnarounds for our site and various social media platforms
You’ll be responsible for creating sharp headlines and video descriptions, click-worthy thumbnails, smart playlisting and syndication
Must be able to quickly write scripts for videos
Be knowledgeable about what is available in our video library, as well as through wire services and social media, and be comfortable reaching out to clear video
Must have strong research and editorial skills, including being able to source and verify video
Communicate with the California Post editorial team, social team and New York Post video team throughout the day, and help oversee breaking news coverage on all California stories
Use web analytics to monitor audience engagement with our videos and strategize for growth on various platforms
Be a self-starter who jumps directly into the action throughout the day and is comfortable working at a continuous fast pace with little oversight
Open to working alternative hours such as evenings, holidays or weekends when needed/news breaks
Qualification
Required
3+ years experience working in a fast-paced online news environment on deadlines
Must have a keen editorial sense, as you'll be making editorial calls and will be responsible for accuracy
Simple photo and/or video editing skills are key, must be very fast editing in Premiere
A great eye for stories that are about to trend, and is able to think creatively about the best video approaches for these stories
Ability to juggle multiple projects at once
Familiarity and use of mainstream video channels like YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X and more
Must enjoy working collaboratively and accurately in a fast paced breaking news environment but also a fun workplace
Attention to detail a must
Ability to work very quickly under pressure and juggle dozens of stories throughout the day
Organized, resourceful, and a team player. Must work well both in a group setting, as well as on your own
Preferred
Familiarity with content management systems is a plus such as WordPress, video CMS like JW and web analytics tools like Parse.ly
Benefits
Comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package
Variety of physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, and other benefits
Elective benefits employees may select to best fit the needs and personal situations of our diverse workforce
Company
California Post
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase