Video Producer

Hearst; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Training programs

Wellness benefits

401(k) matching

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Hearst Magazines is seeking a skilled video producer/director to bring high-quality, platform-first content to life across iconic brands from Cosmopolitan to Elle and Good Housekeeping.

You will lead shoots, develop pre-production concepts, and collaborate across editorial and brand teams, delivering engaging video that resonates with diverse audiences. The role is hybrid in New York City, requiring four days in the office and on-set work as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of video production experience in fast-paced editorial/digital media environments.
• Experience producing and directing longform and short-form video content across YouTube, Shorts, TikTok, Instagram Reels and other social channels.
• Experience directing celebrity or high-profile talent with confidence and professionalism.
• Strong editorial instincts with a keen eye for visual storytelling, pacing, framing, and audience engagement.
• Deep knowledge of pop culture, emerging digital trends, and social video best practices.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, shifting priorities, and tight deadlines.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and resourceful with outstanding communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with Adobe Premiere is a plus.
• Experience in editorial video production is preferred.
• Hybrid role based in New York City with an expectation of working in the office four days per week, plus on-set production as needed. Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends is required.

Responsibilities

• Produce and direct high-quality video shoots in studio and on location, coordinating with talent and brands.
• Develop pre-production materials capturing timely, buzzworthy moments tailored to talent.
• Lead productions from call time through wrap, coordinating between talent, editorial teams, and brand stakeholders.
• Partner with Hearst Magazine brands to create engaging video content aligned with each brand’s voice.
• Identify and produce social-first clips from longform content for platforms like YouTube Shorts, TikTok, and Instagram Reels.
• Manage production logistics: crew coordination, transportation, releases, scheduling, media delivery, on-set operations, budgets, timelines.
• Collaborate with editors, post-production, graphics, and production teams to deliver polished content on tight deadlines.
• Monitor video performance and use audience insights to inform future strategy.

Skills

Video production

Direct talent

Social platforms

Editorial storytelling

Pop culture knowledge

Project management

Communication

Adobe Premiere

Editorial video experience

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Job description

Be Part of What's Next

Great stories deserve great video. Join Hearst Magazines' Central Video team and help bring some of the world's most iconic media brands to life through compelling, platform-first content that reaches millions of viewers every day. If you're energized by celebrity talent, cultural moments, and fast-paced production, this is an opportunity to make an impact across a portfolio of industry-leading brands.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us?)

Hearst Magazines is one of the world's largest publishers, with a portfolio of 30 brands that reach millions of consumers across print, digital, video, social, and experiential platforms. Our brands inspire, entertain, and inform audiences every day through premium storytelling and innovative content experiences.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)

• Produce and direct high-quality video shoots in studio and on location, working with talent ranging from emerging creators to A-list celebrities.
• Develop creative pre-production materials that capture timely, buzzworthy, and culturally relevant moments tailored to individual talent.
• Lead productions from call time through wrap, ensuring seamless coordination between talent, crew, editorial teams, and brand stakeholders.
• Partner with multiple Hearst Magazine brands—including Cosmopolitan, Delish, Esquire, ELLE, Harper's BAZAAR, and Good Housekeeping—to create engaging video content aligned with each brand's unique voice and audience.
• Identify and produce compelling social-first clips from longform content for platforms including YouTube Shorts, TikTok, Instagram Reels, and other emerging channels.
• Manage production logistics, including crew coordination, transportation, releases, scheduling, media delivery, and on-set operations while maintaining budgets and timelines.
• Collaborate closely with editors, post-production, graphics, and production teams to deliver polished content that meets editorial, creative, and publishing objectives under tight deadlines.
• Monitor video performance and leverage audience insights, platform trends, and analytics to inform future creative strategy and storytelling.

Qualifications (What We're Looking For)

• 3+ years of experience in video production, preferably in fast-paced editorial, digital media, entertainment, or similar environments.
• Demonstrated experience producing and directing both longform and short-form video content across platforms such as YouTube, YouTube Shorts, TikTok, Instagram Reels, and other social channels.
• Experience directing celebrity or high-profile talent with confidence and professionalism.
• Strong editorial instincts with a keen eye for visual storytelling, pacing, framing, and audience engagement.
• Deep knowledge of pop culture, emerging digital trends, and social video best practices.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, shifting priorities, and tight deadlines simultaneously.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and resourceful with outstanding communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with Adobe Premiere is a plus.
• Experience in editorial video production is preferred.
• Hybrid role based in New York City with an expectation of working in the office four days per week, plus on-set production as needed. Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends is required.

Benefits (What We Offer)

• Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media, advertising, tech, fashion, lifestyle, and publishing, shaping the future of these dynamic industries.
• Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops, and exclusive industry events.
• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.
• Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
• Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1.
• Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial perks, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.

The base salary range for this role is $71,400-$75,000. 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.

This is a position covered under the Writers Guild of America, East, Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Great stories deserve great video. Join Hearst Magazines' Central Video team and help bring some of the world's most iconic media brands to life through compelling, platform-first content that reaches millions of viewers every day. If you're energized by celebrity talent, cultural moments, and fast-paced production, this is an opportunity to make an impact across a portfolio of industry-leading brands.