Senior Video Producer, COURIER National
Senior Video Producer, COURIER (National)📍 Remote (U.S.-based) | 💼 Full-Time | 💰 $85k-$90kJoin 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.ResponsibilitiesProduce & Edit Long-Form ContentProduce and edit high concept, full-length video podcast episodes and long-form YouTube content Shape visual storytelling to maximize engagement and retentionCollaborate with video editors to refine visual approachSocial ProductionProduce and edit original short-form video content for TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube Shorts – 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 ShortsStay current on platform trends, audience behavior, and emerging formatsMentor and Supervise Video Editors / Provide Creative & Aesthetic GuidanceServe as a lead creative voice on video style, pacing, tone, and overall executionDefine and reinforce visual standards across shows and social video editsCollaborate with the Director of Video & Podcasts to evolve formats, series identity, and creative approachProvide templates and ongoing guidance to support video editors working on long-form and social contentHelp editors strengthen storytelling instincts, editing techniques, and platform fluencyShare best practices and workflows that improve efficiency and creative consistencyAct as a resource for notes and refinementsSupport Show & Content StrategyCollaborate with the Director of Video & Podcasts on the creative and editorial strategy for flagship shows and emerging video formatsHelp identify opportunities for audience growth, retention, and platform expansion across YouTube and social channelsContribute ideas for recurring segments, packaging approaches, visual formats, and franchise developmentAnalyze performance trends and audience behavior to inform creative decisions and content optimizationStay current on the evolving digital video landscape, including creator trends, platform shifts, and emerging storytelling formatsRapid Response & Special ProjectsContribute to breaking news, rapid response, and event-based content as neededAdapt quickly to tight deadlines while maintaining quality and clarityQualifications5+ years of experience in video production and editing, preferably in news or digital mediaProven experience editing and producing long-form and YouTube-first contentStrong storytelling instincts with a focus on pacing, structure, and audience retentionDeep understanding of YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram best practicesAdvanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, After Effects), Descript, and related toolsExperience providing creative feedback or informal mentorship to other editorsWillingness to work irregular hours during major political events and breaking news cycles