London-based Video Journalist — 6-Month Contract

dmg media limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Daily Mail in London is seeking a sharp, fast-thinking Video Journalist to drive high-impact content for a global audience. You will turn major developing stories into compelling edits at pace, and help shape how stories are told in video.

You’ll work at the heart of the breaking news video desk, producing and editing while collaborating with reporters and editors. This is an office-based role with a six-month fixed term, based at 9 Derry Street, Kensington.

Qualifications

• Experience producing and editing in a newsroom or fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to shoot and capture high-quality video using DSLR cameras.
• Experience with Sony A7 cameras is highly desirable.
• Excellent editorial judgment and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Produce, edit and publish short-form video for Daily Mail's global audience.
• Turn raw footage from original reporting, wires, UGC and archive into sharp narratives.
• Develop structured, in-depth edits around major news events.
• Add graphics, captions, subtitles and branding to elevate storytelling.
• Shoot video to a professional standard when required using DSLR cameras.
• Reformat 16x9 into 9x16 and optimise for web and mobile audiences.
• Pitch and package video ideas around breaking news, politics, royals, showbiz and features.
• Work closely with reporters, producers and editors across the newsroom.
• Ensure all content meets legal, copyright and compliance standards.

Skills

Newsroom experience

Video editing

Digital storytelling

SEO understanding

Strong communication

Working under pressure

Tools

Sony A7 cameras

DSLR cameras

Job description

Daily Mail in London is seeking a sharp, fast-thinking Video Journalist to drive high-impact content for a global audience. You will turn major developing stories into compelling edits at pace, and help shape how stories are told in video.

You’ll work at the heart of the breaking news video desk, producing and editing while collaborating with reporters and editors. This is an office-based role with a six-month fixed term, based at 9 Derry Street, Kensington.