Video Producer, Morning Studio (freelance)

South China Morning Post; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

South China Morning Post is seeking a creative Video Producer for its commercial content team in Hong Kong. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of video journalism experience and be skilled in producing engaging video content. Responsibilities include developing video concepts, managing production, directing shoots, and editing. The position requires strong organizational skills to handle multiple projects and familiarity with various video formats. Applicants should submit a resume along with three to five video clips showcasing their work.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in video journalism.
• Good editorial judgement and extensive knowledge of current events.
• Familiarity with various video production formats for mobile and social media.

Responsibilities

• Pitch, develop, and execute new video ideas.
• Manage several client-facing video projects simultaneously.
• Oversee all facets of production including pre and post production.

Skills

Video journalism experience

Video production knowledge

Organizational skills

Editing with Premiere

Experience with DSLR cameras

Teamwork skills

Problem solving

Job description

Purpose of the Position

SCMP is looking for a creative Video Producer to join our commercial content team. This content creation role will be heavily involved in developing, producing and writing new video series. We’re looking for an energetic and inspired storyteller who isn’t afraid to push boundaries and experiment with engaging ways to make branded content stand out.

Successful candidates will have experience selecting stories, directing shoots, and producing creative news/documentary style content.

This role will be managing several video projects at the same time, it is essential that you be organized and excellent at multitasking.

Job Responsibilities

Video Producer will be responsible for all facets of production, from developing new video concepts, to overseeing production and post production

• Pitch, develop, and execute new video ideas
• Research, direct, write and edit video stories
• In charge of commissioning production houses and freelancers while overseeing all pre and post production
• Write scripts, gather elements, and coordinate production with a freelance production crew when necessary
• Contribute to creative meetings and brainstorm sessions
• Have a strong database of freelance video producers, cinematographers, and editors
• Manage several client‑facing video projects at the same time
• Have their finger on the pulse of new video content trends, styles and platforms

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in video journalism
• Good editorial judgement and extensive knowledge of news and current events, entertainment, culture and viral content
• Well versed in all areas of video production
• Organizational skills that allow for multiple projects to be produced simultaneously
• Familiarity and experience with various video production formats for mobile and social media platforms including square, vertical and 360 video
• Experience with DSLR cameras preferred
• Experience editing with Premiere
• Must work effectively with others in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to ad‑lib and improvise effortlessly in various types of situations
• Must be okay with occasional travel and field producing
• Independent with strong problem solving and multi-tasking skills
• Work well under pressure with an ability to meet deadlines
• Must consume a variety of digital video content
• Application should include a resume and three to five clips with a description of scope of work

Work Location

Work location will be at Causeway Bay office.