Editorial Director, Video & Audio Strategy

REACH PLC; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in the UK is seeking an Editorial Director for Video & Audio to shape the future of video journalism. This role is pivotal for defining and executing a national video strategy across major titles. The successful candidate will have significant executive leadership experience, proven success in content innovation, and strong commercial acumen to unlock the value of video assets. Join this dynamic team to redefine news in a video-first world and lead diverse production teams toward excellence.

Benefits

Executive benefits package

Qualifications

• Strong background at executive level within a major media organisation.
• Evidence of launching and scaling video formats successfully.
• Ability to make data-driven editorial decisions.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute an ambitious video and audio strategy.
• Drive platform-native storytelling across social media.
• Conceptualise and scale original high-impact video formats.
• Partner with Product teams to develop premium content.
• Develop sellable video IP and branded content.
• Manage a multi-million-pound budget and diverse teams.

Skills

Senior Leadership Experience

Proven Content Innovation

Data-Driven Mindset

Commercial Intelligence

Inspirational Leadership

Job description

A leading media company in the UK is seeking an Editorial Director for Video & Audio to shape the future of video journalism. This role is pivotal for defining and executing a national video strategy across major titles. The successful candidate will have significant executive leadership experience, proven success in content innovation, and strong commercial acumen to unlock the value of video assets. Join this dynamic team to redefine news in a video-first world and lead diverse production teams toward excellence.