Job Description
Senior Video Producer, COURIER (National)
š Remote (U.S.-based) | š¼ Full-Time | š° $85k-$90k
Join Courier Newsroom - an organization that drives journalism and empowers communities.
COURIER is seeking a Senior Video Producer to edit and support post-production of its video podcast series and social videos. This role will both hands-on produce and edit long and short-form video and provide creative guidance to a team of video editors, helping elevate storytelling, visual identity, and platform performance.
This is a highly collaborative role for someone who excels at execution while shaping the creative direction of video content in partnership with the Director of Video & Podcasts and Director of Brand & Social.
Responsibilities
Produce & Edit Long-Form Content
Produce and edit high concept, full-length video podcast episodes and long-form YouTube content
Shape visual storytelling to maximize engagement and retention
Collaborate with video editors to refine visual approach
Social Production
Produce and edit original short-form video content for TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube Shorts ā appearing as an on-screen narrator as called for.
Partner with editors to advise on producing high-performing social videos for TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube Shorts
Stay current on platform trends, audience behavior, and emerging formats
Mentor and Supervise Video Editors / Provide Creative & Aesthetic Guidance
Serve as a lead creative voice on video style, pacing, tone, and overall execution
Define and reinforce visual standards across shows and social video edits
Collaborate with the Director of Video & Podcasts to evolve formats, series identity, and creative approach
Provide templates and ongoing guidance to support video editors working on long-form and social content
Help editors strengthen storytelling instincts, editing techniques, and platform fluency
Share best practices and workflows that improve efficiency and creative consistency
Act as a resource for notes and refinements
Support Show & Content Strategy
Collaborate with the Director of Video & Podcasts on the creative and editorial strategy for flagship shows and emerging video formats
Help identify opportunities for audience growth, retention, and platform expansion across YouTube and social channels
Contribute ideas for recurring segments, packaging approaches, visual formats, and franchise development
Analyze performance trends and audience behavior to inform creative decisions and content optimization
Stay current on the evolving digital video landscape, including creator trends, platform shifts, and emerging storytelling formats
Rapid Response & Special Projects
Contribute to breaking news, rapid response, and event-based content as needed
Adapt quickly to tight deadlines while maintaining quality and clarity
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in video production and editing, preferably in news or digital media
Proven experience editing and producing long-form and YouTube-first content
Strong storytelling instincts with a focus on pacing, structure, and audience retention
Deep understanding of YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram best practices
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, After Effects), Descript, and related tools
Experience providing creative feedback or informal mentorship to other editors
Willingness to work irregular hours during major political events and breaking news cycles
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