Social Video Producer: Fast-Paced Newsroom Stories

The Financial Times Ltd.; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global news organization is seeking a social video producer to enhance its video strategy on TikTok and Instagram in London. This role involves producing and editing short-form videos, creating social media strategies, and collaborating with reporters. Ideal candidates will have strong video production skills, experience with key software, and a passion for storytelling through social media.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Medical cover

Subsidised gym memberships

Inclusive parental leave packages

Qualifications

• Experience producing, shooting, and editing vertical videos for social media.
• Strong portfolio showcasing work in video production.
• Deep familiarity with social networks and emerging platforms.

Responsibilities

• Pitch, produce and edit videos for FT social media.
• Work with journalists to shape scripts and visuals.
• Train colleagues in social media usage and video shooting.

Skills

Video production

Editing

Social media strategy

News judgment

Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, After Effects)

DSLR camera operation

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Audition

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

A leading global news organization is seeking a social video producer to enhance its video strategy on TikTok and Instagram in London. This role involves producing and editing short-form videos, creating social media strategies, and collaborating with reporters. Ideal candidates will have strong video production skills, experience with key software, and a passion for storytelling through social media.