Video & Podcast Producer - Create Impactful Policy Content

Manhattan Institute for Policy Research, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

4 weeks paid vacation

Flexible Fridays

Paid parental leave

Medical and dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Job summary

The Manhattan Institute for Policy Research, Inc. is seeking a fast, creative Video and Podcast Producer to lead the behind‑the‑scenes production of original video and podcast content.

This role drives concepts through distribution, translating MI’s policy work into engaging programming for large digital audiences. The ideal candidate combines technical fluency with editorial judgment, working quickly without compromising quality.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to produce and edit professional video content.
• Proficiency with major video tools (Premiere Pro, Final Cut, After Effects).
• Experience producing podcasts or interview-format programming.
• Solid knowledge of lighting, audio, cameras, and studio production.
• Understanding of platform behavior on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and X.

Responsibilities

• Produce and edit original short- and long-form videos for social media, YouTube, podcasts, and other digital platforms.
• Manage video projects from initial concept through recording, postproduction, and publication.
• Produce MI podcasts, including guest coordination, recording, editing, quality control, and distribution.
• Identify compelling moments from interviews and events to create shareable clips.
• Develop visual treatments, hooks, pacing, captions, graphics, and sound design.

Skills

Video production

Editing

Podcast production

Cinematography knowledge

Platform performance understanding

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

After Effects

CapCut

Job description

The Manhattan Institute for Policy Research, Inc. is seeking a fast, creative Video and Podcast Producer to lead the behind‑the‑scenes production of original video and podcast content.

This role drives concepts through distribution, translating MI’s policy work into engaging programming for large digital audiences. The ideal candidate combines technical fluency with editorial judgment, working quickly without compromising quality.