Video Production Coordinator

McClatchy Company,The; United States; On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

McClatchy Media is seeking a Video Production Coordinator to drive end-to-end video journalism projects. You will coordinate shoot schedules, manage crews and vendors, and track budgets while collaborating with editorial, production, and post‑production teams.

Leveraging AI-powered tools and data-driven insights, you will optimize workflows and anticipate challenges, keeping projects moving with speed and accuracy. A proactive, collaborative mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Film, TV, Video Production, Digital Media, or related field.
• Five years of experience in entertainment journalism, digital media, or related fields.
• Knowledge of video production workflows from pre to post production.
• Proven experience coordinating complex video productions in digital media or entertainment journalism.
• Strong organizational, collaborative, and problem-solving skills under pressure.
• Comfort with digital tools, remote teamwork, and AI-driven solutions.
• Passion for journalism and elevating audience experiences through innovation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shoot schedules across editorial, production, and post‑production teams.
• Manage crews and vendors, and track key logistics and deliverables.
• Monitor budgets and ensure projects stay on time and within scope.
• Leverage AI-powered tools and data insights to optimize workflows and anticipate challenges.
• Foster clear communication and collaboration across disciplines to deliver impactful video journalism.

Skills

Video production

Project coordination

AI tools

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Join McClatchy Media as we redefine the future of digital storytelling. As a Video Production Coordinator, you'll be the logistical powerhouse behind our video content, orchestrating every detail from pre-production to final delivery. You'll thrive in a fast-paced, digitally driven environment where AI and automation are embraced as tools to streamline workflows-freeing you to focus on what matters most: delivering impactful, audience-first video journalism.

In this role, you'll coordinate shoot schedules, manage crews and vendors, track budgets, and ensure seamless communication across editorial, production, and post-production teams. You'll leverage AI-powered tools and data-driven insights to optimize production processes, anticipate challenges, and keep projects moving forward with speed and precision. Your can-do attitude, resourcefulness, and commitment to continuous improvement will help us set new standards for efficiency and quality in media production.

What sets you apart:

• Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) from an accredited college or university preferred; ideally in Film, Television, Video Production, Digital Media, Communications , or the equivalent education, experience, skills and knowledge needed to perform the tasks and responsibilities of the position.
• Five years of experience in entertainment journalism, digital media, or related fields.
• Knowledge and experience with video production workflows, including pre-production, production and post-production, with an understanding of common crew roles, equipment needs, deliverables and production terminology.
• Proven experience coordinating complex video productions in digital media or entertainment journalism
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines
• A collaborative spirit, excellent communication, and a knack for problem-solving under pressure
• Comfort with digital tools, remote teamwork, and experimenting with new AI-driven solutions
• Passion for supporting trusted journalism and elevating audience experiences through innovation

If you're energized by change, excited to harness technology, and ready to help shape the next era of media, we want to hear from you. Join us in building a smarter, faster, and more connected newsroom-where every signal counts and every story matters.

The anticipated pay range for this position is between $31.88 - $45.00 an hour. Individual base pay may vary within that range depending on the job-related knowledge, department equity, skills, experience, and relevant education.

About McClatchy:

As a member of the McClatchy family, you are part of a flexible, empowering, and exciting culture dedicated to creating a work/life balance and consistent opportunities for growth-a place where you have a voice and the ability to impact our future. It's an exciting time to be here. Our company is experiencing the most transformative period in its history. We're growing rapidly in the digital space and delivering award-winning journalism in innovative ways.

McClatchy strives to be an employer of choice, and our benefits package is made with this goal in mind. With a focus on well-being and daily life, our package options include healthcare coverage for employees and their families, financial protection from expected and unexpected expenses, multiple no-cost wellness resources and even coverage for four-legged friends.

Our comprehensive benefits package also includes a 401(k) plan with employer match, competitive paid time off and corporate holidays, as well as a range of mental health benefits. For more information on McClatchy's benefits plan, please visit McClatchyLivewell.com.

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