Video Presenter, Tom's Guide

Future-Publishing; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401k match

Uncapped leave

Profit sharing bonus

Refer a friend

Colleague Assistant Programs

Share Incentive Plan

Job summary

Future in New York seeks a dynamic on-camera host to script, present, and shape our visual storytelling across YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. You will test gadgets, craft engaging demos, and collaborate with editors and producers to deliver branded content on tight deadlines.

This hybrid role requires a strong portfolio, live hosting experience, and a passion for consumer tech.

Qualifications

• Background presenting on camera, hosting livestreams, or creating social-first media.
• Strong scriptwriting skills with a focus on punchy, engaging storytelling.
• Broad knowledge of consumer tech, including laptops, phones, and gaming gear.
• Authentic presentation style, especially for branded or sponsored commercial campaigns.
• Dynamic public speaking abilities, with a talent for interviewing and ad-libbing on camera.
• Strategic approach to social video trends and audience behaviors.
• On-camera portfolio demonstrating presenting, vlogging, or hosting experience.
• Ability to work from our New York office.

Responsibilities

• Host original videos on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and livestream platforms with authentic presence.
• Adapt to varied formats, spanning quick social shorts to polished multi-camera studio productions.
• Script and refine editorial and sponsor-led content on tight deadlines.
• Partner with editors and producers to coordinate shoots, conduct product research, and plan scenes.
• Outline and pitch fresh video concepts, recurring series, and trending social ideas.
• Provide clear feedback on edits to help shape our growing video channel.

Skills

On-camera hosting

Scriptwriting

Tech knowledge

Brand campaigns

Public speaking

Social video trends

Portfolio demonstrating presenting

New York office

Job description

Who We Are

We're Future, a global leader in specialist media. Our people bring our trusted brands to life, helping millions of people discover expert content that informs, inspires, and drives action. As a pioneering multiplatform media powerhouse, we provide expert content and technology that build valuable communities across all channels.

You'll join Tom's Guide, one of the world's fastest-growing technology sites. We upgrade lives by helping our audience make smart, informed product choices. Video is a massive channel for our brand, reaching millions across social networks and YouTube. Our New York team produces engaging vertical shorts, in-depth reviews, and exciting livestreams.

Description

In this role, you'll script, present, and help shape our visual storytelling. You'll work alongside editors, producers, and commercial teams to scale our presence on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. Your daily work includes testing technology gadgets, from smartphones to gaming consoles. By creating highly engaging demos and narratives, you'll turn complex reviews into entertaining content.

What You'll Do

You will report into the Head of Video, Tom's Guide

• Host original videos on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and livestream platforms with authentic presence.
• Adapt to varied formats, spanning quick social shorts to polished multi-camera studio productions.
• Script and refine editorial and sponsor-led content on tight deadlines.
• Partner with editors and producers to coordinate shoots, conduct product research, and plan scenes.
• Outline and pitch fresh video concepts, recurring series, and trending social ideas.
• Provide clear feedback on edits to help shape our growing video channel.

What You’ll Bring

• Background presenting on camera, hosting livestreams, or creating social-first media.
• Strong scriptwriting skills with a focus on punchy, engaging storytelling.
• Broad knowledge of consumer tech, including laptops, phones, and gaming gear.
• Authentic presentation style, especially for branded or sponsored commercial campaigns.
• Dynamic public speaking abilities, with a talent for interviewing and ad-libbing on camera.
• Strategic approach to social video trends and audience behaviors.
• On-camera portfolio demonstrating presenting, vlogging, or hosting experience.
• Ability to work from our New York office.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401k plus a company match
• Uncapped leave
• When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
• Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future
• Well-being support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programs
• Opportunity to purchase shares in Future with our Share Incentive Plan

The expected range for this role is $62,000 - $72,000. This is a hybrid role, working 2 days from the TK office.

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Diversity and Inclusion

At Future, we’re working to attract, retain and foster diverse talent, educate our colleagues in the importance of diversity, and review our internal processes so that they remain as free from bias as possible. We recognise that, in order to reach diverse communities through our content, we must first ensure ours is a culture in which diversity can thrive.

Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments.

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