Senior Social Video Producer

Senior Social Video Producer

As the state's largest local news organization, Hearst Connecticut Media Group is reaching audiences with ambitious, compelling journalism wherever they are through CT Insider's app and websites, in newsletters, on social media, through podcasts and in print.

We're looking for an innovative, collaborative Senior Social Video Producer who will be responsible for editing daily, quickturn social videos and larger enterprise projects.

They will work closely with the audience team, editors, reporters and photographers across the newsroom to create video content that will reach millions of viewers. This role represents our desire to innovate and continue to push the boundaries of traditional visual storytelling.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Edit, short and long-form social videos that engage readers and reflect the voice of Hearst Connecticut
• Research, pitch and produce original videos that are both informative and entertaining
• Optimize videos across platforms by demonstrating a strong understanding of audience metrics, engagement tactics and search engine optimization. This includes headlines, thumbnails, metadata and more.
• Communicate effectively and collaboratively across departments during breaking and planned news events
• Demonstrate a high comfort level with analyzing and interpreting metrics and using them to inform coverage decisions in real-time and long-term
• Contribute to experiments using new technologies within our editorial guidelines
• Help build and maintain a library of video assets
• Ability to shoot high-quality and raw video, if necessary
• Participate in news meetings to learn how stories take shape and better understand which audiences we're trying to reach

Qualifications:

• Strong editorial judgment with experience in a deadline-driven news environment
• Experience editing video, photos and audio in tools like Canva, Photoshop or Premiere, preferably in a newsroom environment Excellent writing, editing and verbal communication skills
• Well-versed in quickturn social video editing for platforms like Instagram, TikTok and YouTube Shorts. Know how to take various raw clips and make a truly fascinating video
• Quick, organized, technical problem solver who is able to consistently meet deadlines
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in journalism, English, communications or related field preferred
• Ability to work a flexible schedule for breaking news and special content opportunities, including nights and weekends
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with a proven ability to effectively juggle multiple tasks

The Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Three weeks vacation annually
• Mobile phone reimbursement
• Paid training opportunities, including journalism conferences
• Flexible spending account
• Parental leave and support
• Employee assistance program
• Health savings account

To apply:

Send a cover letter, resume and clips for review.

HCMG is committed to growing and retaining a more diverse workforce that better reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage all people of working age, who are traditionally underrepresented in media to apply, including women, people of color, applicants with disabilities, those from the LGBTQ+ community and veterans.

Some great candidates may not check all the boxes for this role. If you're a passionate, dedicated worker who's interested in Hearst Connecticut Media Group but don't have all the skills listed here, please still reach out and tell us more about what you bring to the table.

This full-time job with benefits is based in Norwalk, Connecticut and is not eligible for remote candidates.

In accordance with applicable law, Hearst is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role if hired in Connecticut. The reasonable estimate, if hired in Connecticut, is $56,000 - $66,000 base. A final decision on the successful candidate's starting salary will be based on a number of permissible, non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to skills and experience, training, certifications, and education.