Technical Producer-VPC, Video Technology and Operations
Listed on 2026-07-01
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IT/Tech
Video Production
Technical Producer - VPC, Video Technology and Operations, USA TODAY CO.
The USA TODAY NETWORK is looking for a Technical Producer to power video production support for USA TODAY and newsrooms across the Network from our Video Production Center (VPC) in Atlanta, Ga. You'll join the Visual & Technology team responsible for the workflows, tools, and standards that enable compelling video storytelling and social content m capturing high-quality footage to post-production and editing, this role helps Network properties-and USA TODAY-move faster, look better, and deliver more impactful video.
You'll also help elevate the quality and consistency of live video-on our owned-and-operated players and across social platforms. As the VPC's Technical Producer, you'll help plan, coordinate, and run Network live streams from concept to execution, ensuring smooth operations and broadcast-ready results.
This role supports growth by expanding newsroom access to-and confidence with-cloud-based video production systems and asset management tools, helping teams collaborate, publish, and repurpose video more efficiently.
Equal parts technical operations and hands-on production, this role sits at the center of modern digital news video-where speed, reliability, and storytelling quality all matter.
We are a 24/7 news operation, and some events may fall outside normal working hours. This role is based in our Atlanta office.
Responsibilities:- Provide operational leadership for field productions, including developing and implementing best practices for shot creation, field workflows, and video transmission across Network properties.
- Partner with team leads and multiple IT teams to integrate tools and systems, meeting fast-changing technical requirements and business needs.
- Train and support video champions and teams across the USA TODAY NETWORK on technical operations, systems, and production software best practices.
- Advise leaders across the USA TODAY NETWORK on video technical strategy and ecosystem decisions, making timely recommendations when pivots are needed.
- Track emerging video technology trends and evaluate new tools that can improve quality, speed, and reliability for the business.
- Other duties as assigned to support the production goals and strategy.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in journalism or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Expert knowledge of video production, transmission, hardware, and non-linear editing systems, with a focus on Adobe Creative Cloud applications and workflows.
- In-depth knowledge of live streaming software and hardware, plus an understanding of requirements across major social destinations.
- Experience with web-based video interview recording platforms.
- Excellent critical thinking skills and an aptitude for solving problems.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Advanced knowledge of IP video technology.
- Advanced knowledge of network infrastructure.
- Advanced knowledge of system security.
- Experience in project management.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Employment is contingent on passing a post-offer, pre-employment background check.
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