Associate Video Producer, Podcast Video

Job Description:

POLITICO is seeking an associateproducer, podcast video to join our growing audio and video team.

POLITICO has a strong and growing portfolio of video podcasts, andwe’readding a producer/editor to our team. The ideal candidate is a strong video editor with a passion for creating compelling video experiences for You Tube and social platforms.

You’lltake multi-camera podcast recordings and shape them into polished, engaging episodes that keep audiences watching, while creating standout clips that extend the reach of POLITICO’s journalism across platforms.

POLITICO’s video podcasts include Energy, The Playbook Podcast, The Conversation and more.

Sharp news judgment, a deep understanding of U.S. politics, and an instinct for pacing, storytelling and audience engagement are critical, along with excellent video editing skills.

Some of our daily production takes place outside conventional work hours, in the evening. Pleaseindicateyour willingness to work a later shift in your application.

• A sharp, news-driven visual storyteller who thrives on speed,clarityand editorial precision

• Passionate about crafting engaging long-form You Tube shows from podcast recordings

• Proficient in the rhythms,personalitiesand power dynamics of Washington politics

• Comfortable juggling multiple projects whilemaintaininghigh visual and editorial standards

• Curious,observant and quick to spot the moments, reactions and exchanges that makegreat video

• Audience-minded, with an instinct for growing loyal You Tube and social audiences

• Collaborative by nature and proactive about communicating across teams

• Edit and produce filmed podcast episodes into polished, engaging You Tube shows, incorporating graphics, b-roll, archival footage and other visual elements that enhance storytelling

• Create compelling clips and highlights from podcast episodes for You Tube Shorts, Instagram,Tik Tokand other social platforms

• Collaborate closely with podcast hosts,producersand the video team to shape the visual identity and editorial quality of POLITICO’s video podcasts

• Identify opportunities to elevate conversations through pacing, visual storytelling,graphicsand supporting news footage

• Work with POLITICO reporters and editors covering politics and policy to support video storytelling

• Pitch creative ideas for expanding the reach andimpactof POLITICO podcasts through video

• Collaborate with teammates on script edits, factcheckingand video revisions

• Coordinate with the audio and video teams to meet production schedules and publishing deadlines

• 1-3 years of experience editing digital video, with experience producing podcast video or multi-camera interview content preferred

• Expertise in Adobe Premiere. After Effects and Photoshop competence is a strong plus

• Experience with multi-camera editing workflows,syncingfootage and delivering broadcast-quality audio and video

• Strong understanding of You Tube storytelling, pacing, audienceretentionand thumbnail/title best practices

• Familiarity with You Tube Studio, audience analytics and performance metrics is a plus

• Ability to edit quickly and cleanly for a variety of platforms

• Comfort shooting in studio, in the field and remotely when required

• Appetite for D.C. politics and insider knowledge

• Confidence working with high-profile news makers and talent

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• Social media chops and a strong understanding of video best practices across platforms

• $75,000-$85,000

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