Temporary Supervising Producer

Hearst Magazines; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hearst Magazines seeks a Temporary Supervising Producer to lead internet-forward video for Cosmopolitan and Seventeen, delivering fresh ideas and standout visuals across multiple platforms. You will shape tone, cast, design, and music while directing projects from concept through distribution.

Based in New York City, the role requires being in the office four days per week as part of a hybrid model. You will collaborate with editorial, marketing, and sales teams to drive branded storytelling and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in creative video production, ideally with digital-first and celebrity-driven content.
• Demonstrated ability to develop internet-forward, highly engaging video across platforms and formats.
• Experience directing and collaborating with high-profile talent on set.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creative vision and identity for Cosmopolitan and Seventeen video, shaping tone, casting, set design, lighting, graphics, and more.
• Develop and pitch original video franchises and formats across YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and on-site.
• Produce and direct video content from concept through distribution, including pre-production and post-production on sets with talent.
• Write loglines, treatments, beat sheets, scripts, and pilots reflecting each brand’s voice.
• Collaborate with editorial, marketing, sales, and production teams to translate brand priorities into video and branded opportunities.
• Guide post-production, ensuring best practices in pacing, graphics, color, and music.
• Manage multiple productions and workflows, including budgeting and freelancer hiring.
• Oversee and mentor producers to foster collaboration and high-quality output.

Skills

7+ years experience

Video production

Digital-first

Talent direction

Leadership

Tools

Airtable

Job description

Be Part of What's Next

Help shape the visual storytelling behind two of the most iconic brands speaking to the next generation. Hearst Magazines is looking for a Temporary Supervising Producer to lead compelling, internet-forward video for Cosmopolitan and Seventeen, bringing fresh ideas and standout creative to audiences across platforms.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us?)

Hearst Magazines’ portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands in the U.S. inspires and entertains audiences across all media platforms. We are known for our award-winning content and innovative digital experiences, reaching millions of readers and viewers every month. Our brands include Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire, Good Housekeeping, Harper’s BAZAAR, and many more.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)

• Lead the creative vision and identity for Cosmopolitan and Seventeen video, shaping tone, casting, set design, lighting, graphics, creative prompts, music, and other elements that make each brand and series distinctive.
• Develop and pitch original video franchises and highly shareable formats across YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, on-site, and other distribution platforms, partnering with editorial teams to turn timely ideas into compelling visual storytelling.
• Produce and direct video content from concept through distribution, including developing pre-production materials, directing celebrity talent on set, guiding post-production, and collaborating with social teams on platform-specific execution.
• Write creative materials—including loglines, treatments, beat sheets, shot lists, scripts, and pilots—that reflect each brand’s voice and support the broader video strategy.
• Collaborate closely with editorial, marketing, sales, production management, and other partners to translate brand priorities into video and develop branded opportunities without compromising editorial voice.
• Guide post-production across story, pacing, graphics, music, color, and other creative elements, applying platform best practices and style guidelines to drive performance.
• Manage multiple productions and programming workflows, including Airtable tracking, freelancer hiring in partnership with production management, budgets, deadlines, and resources.
• Oversee and mentor producers and associate producers as needed, fostering strong collaboration, creative ambition, and consistently excellent work.

Qualifications (What We’re Looking For)

• 7+ years of experience in creative video production, ideally with digital-first and celebrity-driven content, or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and produce internet-forward, highly engaging video across multiple platforms and formats.
• Experience directing and collaborating with high-profile or A-list talent on set.
• Strong creative instincts and a keen eye for visual storytelling, with the ability to generate original ideas and experiment with emerging formats.
• Deep understanding of the production process, including show development, treatments, pilots, shoots, and post-production.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, budgets, and deadlines in a fast-moving production environment.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to inspire excellent work and collaborate effectively across teams.
• Experience creating branded content is preferred.
• This role is based in New York City and requires working in the office four days per week as part of our hybrid work model.

The hourly rate for this role is $55-$65 per hour. This position is not eligible for bonus or commission compensation. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, and location.

Hearst Magazines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.