Video Production Coordinator

Socket.dev; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Simon & Schuster US is seeking a Video Production Coordinator to help produce engaging video content that connects readers with books and authors across our marketing channels. Reporting to the Executive Director, Video Production, the role covers pre-production, on-set production and post-production to content delivery.

You’ll work with our in-house team on interviews, social videos, event coverage, book trailers and branded campaigns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Film, Media Production, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1–2 years of experience in video production, digital media, or content creation through professional work, internships, freelance projects, or personal portfolio.
• Experience operating DSLR, mirrorless, or cinema cameras, lighting, and audio equipment.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced creative environment.
• Familiarity with YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and emerging video platforms.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for productions and events.
• A passion for storytelling, creativity, and books.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with pre-production planning, including production schedules, call sheets, equipment preparation, and shoot logistics.
• Coordinating studio and location shoots, ensuring productions run smoothly and efficiently.
• Preparing cameras, lighting, audio, and production equipment for filming.
• Troubleshoot minor technical issues during production.
• Ensure equipment is production-ready for upcoming shoots.
• Supporting the production team during author interviews, marketing shoots, live events, and other productions.
• Assisting talent, crew, and internal partners throughout production days.
• Assisting with the production of short-form and long-form video content.
• Operating cameras, lighting, and audio equipment under the guidance of the production team.
• Capturing behind-the-scenes content and additional footage as needed.
• Collaborating with Corporate Marketing teams to support integrated campaigns across social media, website, email, and events.
• Organize and maintain production footage and project files.
• Assist with video editing using Adobe Premiere Pro and other editing software.
• Prepare video assets for distribution across social media, YouTube, websites, presentations, and additional marketing channels.
• Maintain organized project archives and production documentation.
• Stay current on video production techniques, editing workflows, and social-first storytelling.
• Explore emerging video formats and production tools.
• Identify opportunities to improve production workflows and creative execution.
• Continuously develop your production, editing, and storytelling skills.

Skills

Video production

Camera operation

Adobe Premiere Pro

Project management

Communication

Storytelling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Film, Media Production, Communications, or related field

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.

Simon & Schuster is seeking a Video Production Coordinator to help produce engaging video content that connects readers with books and authors across our corporate marketing channels.

Reporting to the Executive Director, Video Production, this role supports every stage of the production process—from pre-production planning and on‑set production to post‑production and content delivery. Working alongside our in‑house production team, you’ll help create a wide range of content, including author interviews, social‑first video, event coverage, book trailers, and branded marketing campaigns.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is passionate about visual storytelling, eager to develop their production skills, and excited to help create content that inspires readers to discover their next great book.

Production Support

You’ll play an active role in bringing Simon & Schuster’s video productions to life. A well‑run production starts with well‑maintained equipment and organized workflows. This includes:

• Assisting with pre‑production planning, including production schedules, call sheets, equipment preparation, and shoot logistics.
• Coordinating studio and location shoots, ensuring productions run smoothly and efficiently.
• Preparing cameras, lighting, audio, and production equipment for filming.
• Troubleshoot minor technical issues during production.
• Ensure equipment is production‑ready for upcoming shoots.
• Supporting the production team during author interviews, marketing shoots, live events, and other productions.
• Assisting talent, crew, and internal partners throughout production days.

Content Creation & Production

As a member of the Video Production team, you’ll contribute to creating compelling content for readers across multiple platforms. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the production of short‑form and long‑form video content.
• Operating cameras, lighting, and audio equipment under the guidance of the production team.
• Capturing behind‑the‑scenes content and additional footage as needed.
• Collaborating with Corporate Marketing teams to support integrated campaigns across social media, website, email, and events.

Post‑Production & Content Delivery

You’ll help ensure projects move efficiently from production through final delivery. You’ll:

• Organize and maintain production footage and project files.
• Assist with video editing using Adobe Premiere Pro and other editing software.
• Prepare video assets for distribution across social media, YouTube, websites, presentations, and additional marketing channels.
• Maintain organized project archives and production documentation.

Learn, Experiment & Grow

The video landscape is constantly evolving—and we’re looking for someone who’s excited to evolve with it. You’ll:

• Stay current on video production techniques, editing workflows, and social‑first storytelling.
• Explore emerging video formats and production tools.
• Identify opportunities to improve production workflows and creative execution.
• Continuously develop your production, editing, and storytelling skills.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone who is creative, organized, collaborative, and passionate about visual storytelling. Qualified candidates will ideally have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Film, Media Production, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1–2 years of experience in video production, digital media, or content creation through professional work, internships, freelance projects, or personal portfolio.
• Experience operating DSLR, mirrorless, or cinema cameras, lighting, and audio equipment.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced creative environment.
• Familiarity with YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and emerging video platforms.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for productions and events.
• A passion for storytelling, creativity, and book

Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression), age, citizenship status, marital status, and Veteran status where protected by law or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job‑related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry‑first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals in accordance with applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at [insert contact information]. Unrelated emails, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.

Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including theWorkplace Privacy Notice,and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.