Multimedia Producer

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Build a newsworthy career at the FT.The role

The FT is looking for a creative and technically skilled Multimedia Producer with 3D animation skills. Working closely with the Explainers Editor, as well as reporters, designers, the social media and video teams you’ll produce and edit short-form videos that appear on , You Tube, and social media. This includes creating visually compelling motion graphics and clear, audience-focused storytelling.

You’ll play a key role in developing engaging, high-quality video content that helps our global audience make sense of the world. We’re looking for someone who can think editorially and visually — who can make our content stand out, clarify complex topics, and stay true to the FT’s brand and journalistic values. And we are looking for someone who understands how to engage a younger cohort and is an avid follower of online video

Key responsibilities:

Produce and edit short-form videos for FT platforms and social media, including vertical video

Collaborate with the Explainers Editor to create impactful, visual-led explainers on key global topics

Design and animate clean, modern motion graphics that bring data and stories to life Contribute creative ideas in team meetings and pitch visual approaches for upcoming stories

Ensure videos are optimised for platform and audience

Work with journalists and other producers to shape scripts, visuals and editorial angles

Maintain high production standards while managing multiple projects to deadline

You should have:

A strong portfolio showcasing your work in video production, editing and motion graphics

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, especially After Effects, Adobe Audition,  Premiere Pro, Illustrator and Photoshop Ability to craft a visual narrative and apply good editorial judgment

Knowledge of social-first video formats and trends — what works and why Strong understanding of design principles, layout and typography

It would be good to have:
Familiarity with newsrooms or journalistic content Ability to understand and transform data sets between multiple platforms and systems An understanding of the principles of cartography Who you are:

Positive, creative, curious and collaborative — with a strong visual eye and an editorial brain

Confident juggling multiple projects under pressure

Comfortable working independently and as part of a team Interested in global affairs, business, technology or economics

Proactive in experimenting with new tools, techniques and formats

Please submit your application by the end of the day, Wednesday 2nd September 2026.The use of AI Original reporting, great writing and intelligent commentary lie at the heart of FT journalism. Our readers trust us to produce quality journalism that is accurate, fair and insightful. This is why FT editorial staff do not by default use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to write articles or create other reader-facing content.

For specific and pre-approved cases, AI can be harnessed for certain tasks, such as assisting data research for investigations.  We expect applicants to the FT newsroom to refrain from using AI in their test submissions, and any written materials should be a genuine reflection of their own knowledge, skills and experiences. We encourage candidates only to employ AI as a tool to help with research and interview readiness for a role.

Candidates should be aware that the use of AI throughout the application process is monitored to ensure a…