Video Production Coordinator — Visual Storytelling Pro

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 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.