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Metro.co.uk, a division of Associated Newspapers Limited, is looking for freelance social producers to join the London team to help deliver news, features, sport, opinion and video to a fast-growing global audience. 

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a social media team and have an interest in politics, current affairs and showbiz, as well as an appreciation of the media landscape. 

This role requires experience and knowledge of every major social platform but most importantly demands enthusiasm and a positive can-do attitude. You should be passionate about online and have an engaging and witty writing style.

We are a creative, dynamic social team used to transforming our industry-leading on-site editorial into digestible multimedia content suitable for multiple audiences on multiple platforms. 

Key requirements:

• Ability to spot a story and having the confidence to relay that to the wider team
• Be the person who brings brilliant, original ideas to the table
• Build memorable off-site communities
• Help to build and evolve our unique voice across our social output
• Understand where journalism, social, community management and digital content is heading
• Experience of creating engaging social posts and managing social accounts
• Familiarity with crafting engaging Instagram and Facebook stories
• Interest in new platforms and formats
• Ability to source video and be keen to plan video projects
• An interest in analytics is preferred

Skills and Experience

• Demonstrable knowledge of social media, community management and of growing and engaging audiences
• Experience of work for a publication (please provide link in your cover letter/CV)
• A track record of community engagement and seeding to create loyal audiences  
• Understanding of the UK Editors’ Code of Practice, media and copyright law
• Willingness to work in a dynamic, fast-paced 24/7 news environment with flexibility to work unsociable hours as and when required

The above list is not exhaustive and constantly evolving, based on the needs of the business. Out of hours availability and a high level of adaptability is essential.

Please apply by sending an up-to-date CV, a note about yourself and why you’d be perfect for the team to [email protected]

Any applications received without a CV will not be considered.

Metro.co.uk

Influencer

• Assist with the day-to-day management of the influencer database, maintaining influencer relationships and ensuring consistent conversation
• Assist with management of influencer partnerships and activity, to ensure any paid content is delivered to deadline and budget
• Implement the global influencer strategy to increase brand awareness, social engagement, and website traffic
• Identify and cultivate new relationships to grow our influencer community across all social platforms
• Build long term relationships with key talent agencies influencers to encourage content exposure

Marketing

• Work with wider marketing team on creative influencer mailers based on cultural trends across multiple markets
• Stock and collateral management of all global influencer mailers
• Support with all events from conception to completion including all administration involved

Reporting

• Support with documenting all relevant influencer information
• Assist with creating the companywide department monthly reports
• Assist with reporting on key coverage metrics and influencer growth
• Reporting on all competitor activity to ensure we are stay on top of digital and social trends

Brand Agency London

Job Title: Marketing Production Designer

Reports to: Art Director

Direct Reports: NA

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Description

Summary:

The Marketing Production Designer is responsible for creating new, reformatting and revising layouts for integrated campaigns adhering to brand standards of design and quality across print and digital medias. This roll includes layout, retouching, formatting images to support our Brand, Ecommerce and Retail teams. Partnering and supporting the Art Director and Brand Designer, the role requires a deep knowledge of Graphic Design, typography, and a production minded approach to design to hit timelines that deliver compelling creative in both print and digital medias.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Other duties may be assigned on an as needed basis)

• Interpret creative briefs and take initiative to ask clarifying questions if needed
• Collaborate closely with art directors, designers and marketing managers
• Ensure adherence to brand standards across color, font, production quality and more
• Scale and crop, retouch, revise or resize layouts as directed
• Review final copy, layouts and content in digital or print form as the final checkpoint in the creative design process
• Make various formats of supplied artwork production-ready and resolve any artwork issues that arise during production
• Package and preflight files for release to media partners or printers
• Prepare images for online and mobile applications
• Catalog and reference art for future projects
• Troubleshoot problems as they arise with both the creative team and external vendors
• Stay up to date with new production techniques and trends through research and education
• Stay up to date with social platforms and trends through research and education
• Ensure projects are completed with a high degree of quality and delivered on schedule

Experience and Background:

· 3-5 years of Graphic Design experience at a brand or creative agency

· Exceptional working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite

· Ability to combine art and technology to communicate ideas through images, video, and more

· Deep knowledge of graphic design, including typography, and layout

· Fluency in current advertising, design, and fashion trends expected

Brixton

The Seattle Times, a family-owned news organization and one of the nation’s premier regional news sources, is looking for a temporary News Producer to join our newsroom for a position that will last up to three months.

As the News Producer, you will develop, edit and format content for Seattle Times digital products with an emphasis on audience engagement and seek innovative ways to tell and promote stories. This individual is a core member of our digital audience team and plays a crucial role in maintaining our connections with readers as well as drawing in new ones. The successful candidate will be a big-picture thinker who also pays attention to detail, has expertise in web and mobile analytics, is a strong communicator, loves problem-solving, champions diversity, equity and inclusion in coverage, and exhibits nimbleness, diplomacy, productivity, news judgment, sensitivity and taste.

Schedule

Some weekend work required. Shifts are Sunday through Thursday or Tuesday through Saturday, which may include some early morning, afternoon or evening hours.

Responsibilities

• Curating and producing the seattletimes.com homepage and other parts of the website.
• Sending news alerts, including email, desktop and mobile push notifications.
• Posting Seattle Times content to social media and engaging with readers.
• Monitoring trends and readership analytics in real time.
• Providing accurate and timely news updates during breaking news.
• Endorsing and supporting efforts to provide inclusive coverage to reach our audience.
• Considering and suggesting ways to include voices from under-represented communities.
• Working closely with all departments across the newsroom on story planning and promotion.
• Participating in discussions of newsroom digital and social media strategies.
• Strategizing and implementing the adoption of digital best practices across the newsroom.

We are committed to diversity and creating an inclusive newsroom and encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply. If your profile doesn’t match this job description exactly, you may still be a candidate for this position. Please let us know how your skills and experience relate to the role and its objectives in your cover letter.

Qualifications

• Experience: At least two years of professional experience preferred in a related position, such as Digital Editor, Engagement Specialist, Content Manager or related role.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in journalism/communication or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Previous professional experience working in digital news media.
• Familiarity with tools for web publishing and analytics, such as WordPress or Chartbeat.
• Expertise in Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and other social media.
• Native-level fluency with the web, social-media savvy and a deep understanding of how people consume information on multiple devices and platforms.
• Strong knowledge of AP style, news judgment and journalistic ethics.

Founded in 1896, The Seattle Times continues its tradition as a family-owned, Pulitzer Prize-winning newspaper that cuts through the clutter and provides readers with timely, relevant news. We serve the Pacific Northwest with thoughtful, independent journalism that makes a real difference in our community. And as a media solutions company, we combine cutting-edge digital capabilities and service with the values and integrity of respected traditional media… with an established audience of 2.1 million. At The Seattle Times, you’ll find work that matters.

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You don’t wait to get your news until 5, 6, or 10. KLKN in Lincoln is hiring a Senior Producer who knows our viewers aren’t waiting either. The ideal candidate has a love of marrying words and video, knows how to write and edit fast for different presentation platforms. You are a news junkie who always wants to be the first to tell people what’s going on.

Lincoln is a competitive market. It’s known for its low cost of living, and city life with small-town roots. CNBC rated Lincoln #9 in their 2019 Top States for Business, while SmartAsset ranked Lincoln #2 for their 2020 edition of Cities with the Best Work-Life Balance.

Please email your resume, and cover letter (stating your referring source) to Steffani Nolte, [email protected]. No phone calls, please.

You will…

• Lead by example producing a strong evening newscast
• Write stories for our website and social media
• Mentoring other producers.

You have…

• A thorough understanding of how broadcast, OTT, social media and digital work together
• A storytelling spirit
• Organizational skills that shine
• A degree in journalism, communications or a related field
• Three years of experience working as a producer
• An appreciate a fast-paced environment and breaking news
• Willing to work various shifts

You will receive…

• Competitive salary
• Generous benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401K, etc.
• Vacation, paid holidays, and paid time-off
• Exceptional growth opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

KLKN-TV

We are an inbound marketing training company that works with small to mid-sized businesses helping them grow their thought leadership and sales online. We do this through coaching services, inbound marketing agency services, online training, and in-person/virtual events.

Do you have a serious passion for creating, crafting, and editing videos? Is story-telling your passion? Are you looking for a full-time position that allows you the opportunity to create video content to help drive more traffic, leads, and sales for IMPACT while pushing your creative limits?

If so, then IMPACT might be a great choice for you. As the video marketing producer, your job will entail producing video content that aligns with the brand and mission of IMPACT’s marketing department. You’ll be responsible for storyboarding, shooting footage and editing, managing creative assets, and operating all video equipment.

You will work closely with the marketing team to ideate, manage, and execute projects from concept through completion.

Location: Although we offer the option to work remotely, there will be times when working in-office may be required. Therefore we are only open to candidates that are within driving distance from our New Haven, CT, office.

Salary Range: $55,000 – $65,000 based on experience.

Does this sound like you?

• Do you love inbound marketing?
• Are you extremely organized and highly attentive to detail?
• Are you tech-savvy? Do you know how to use Zoom, Slack, Basecamp, HubSpot or similar CRM, and/or can learn a new tool quickly?
• Do you embrace challenges and find excitement in solving them?
• Do you have an inherent “drive” where you can take a desired outcome and take initiative to figure out the rest?
• Do you see yourself as part of a team and working as a team toward a common goal?

If so, this may be the perfect job for you.

In this role, you will…

• Own all aspects of video production including, but not limited to:
• Pre-production: scripting and collaboration
• Production: set up, filming and/or repurposing b-roll
• Post-production: editing and publication
• Reporting on video performance and recommendations for optimization
• Transport, set up, and operate our various in-office production equipment including cameras, audio and video recorders, lighting equipment, props, and microphones
• Operate and maintain proper levels and calibration of cameras, audio and video recorders, and other production equipment
• Collect b-roll footage and film staff, clients, and/or yourself as needed
• Assist in creating and editing social media videos specifically for YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram (Instagram reels)
• Work closely with the marketing and sales teams to determine new video topics
• Sort through existing video footage and slice and dice, add copy, add background music, or other elements as needed to create powerful video content
• Project manage and maintain a process that will allow you to create multiple videos per week and prioritize work as needed
• Keep up with the latest video and social media marketing trends

Requirements

• Proficient with video editing software such as Adobe Premiere or Final Cut Pro
• Experience with Adobe After Effects or Motion preferred
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator
• Proficient at storyboarding, scripting, and concepting
• Experience with creating video content for social media platforms including YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter
• A good eye for design
• Understand basic and advanced composition techniques
• Understand the fundamentals of branding
• Detail-oriented and able to identify quality issues in audio and video
• Enthusiastic to be on-camera and able to get others excited about being on-camera
• Experience working with a team around a singular mission
• Ability to learn new skills and eager for new learning opportunities
• A “take ideas and run with it” attitude
• Deals well with criticism and able to receive feedback easily
• Looks at content from a marketing perspective and the eye of the target audience
• Ability to manage and prioritize workload

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage
• Company-matched 401k
• 8-Week paid parental leave
• The option to work remotely
• A flexible work schedule
• Unlimited vacation with a 3-week minimum
• A culture of learning including a free book program
• The opportunity to play a key role in a rapidly growing company

IMPACT

Scopely are on the search for a Senior Producer to work within our Midcore division for a yet-to-be-announced midcore title. This is an exciting, new and unique role working with our co-development partner Pixel Toys. Collaborating with a unique single team approach, where the traditional boundaries between developer and publisher are eliminated.

Responsibilities

• Work in close conjunction as a counterpart with Sr. Producer at Scopely Headquarters
• Support the development, refinement and management of various production/development pods meeting the needs of those involved as well as key stakeholders, both within the core game team and outside the core game team
• Facilitate intra and inter team communication, ensuring timely dissemination of information as well as monitor scope and feedback creep
• Identifying risks and develop mitigation plans that keep our approved schedule
• Continuously look for ways to improve pipelines and processes that contribute to the larger product goals
• Partner closely with Studio Dir, Sr. Producer, Pixel Toys Feature Owners and Pixel Toys Producers to ensure the product is being scoped and managed properly
• Partner closely with Scopely EP and Sr. Producer to monitor milestone deliverables and track all production plans and schedule
• Be an overall team player with our co-dev partners and fill the gaps where necessary in production

Qualifications

• Demonstrated passion for building video games with at least 10 years of experience
• Expertise in project management techniques and tools
• Understanding of software development methodologies such as Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, Kanban and their appropriate usage
• Demonstrated leadership skills necessary to organise and inspire team members, despite not having formal people management responsibility
• Demonstrated time management skills allowing balanced focus on strategy, execution, risk assessment, and problem solving
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills
• Ability to deal with changing priorities
• Optimistic attitude and outlook, committed to being a team player
• Experience working in a distributed development model, with remote teams, across many time zones and cultures
• Experience with production/development, whether producer, art manager or engineering

About Scopely:

Scopely is a leading mobile games company home to many top-grossing, award-winning franchises including Scrabble® GO, MARVEL Strike Force, Star Trek™ Fleet Command, Looney Tunes™ World of Mayhem, WWE Champions, The Walking Dead: Road To Survival™, YAHTZEE® With Buddies and Wheel of Fortune®: Free Play, among others. Scopely creates rewarding, immersive games that empower a directed-by-consumer experience. Founded in 2011, Scopely is fueled by a world-class team and a proprietary technology platform that personalizes gameplay at scale across one of the most diversified portfolios in the west. Recognized in Fast Company’s ‘World’s Most Innovative Companies’ and #2 on Deloitte’s ‘Technology Fast 500’ as one of the fastest-growing companies in North America, Scopely has achieved more than $1 billion in lifetime revenue by creating game experiences that are an important part of people’s lives. Scopely has global operations in Los Angeles, Barcelona, Boulder, Dublin (DIGIT game studio), London and Tokyo, with additional studios in seven countries across four continents. For more information, visit scopely.com.

Scopely is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, family or parental status, gender identity, veteran, or disability status, or other protected status.

Candidate information will be treated in accordance with our candidate privacy notice which can be found here: https://scopely.com/scopely-candidate-privacy-notice/

Scopely

About The Job

BRON Digital, is a state-of-the-art virtual production and service company, that utilizes the Unreal Engine to develop and produce long-form animation for series television, short-form content, and motion pictures. This division leverages BRON’s extensive experience producing traditional CGI animation to apply and adapt the best practices of linear animation pipelines and marry those with Unreal Engine centered, virtual production workflows. The move allows BRON to broaden and expand its production and produce high quality content with much faster turnarounds.

Requirements

Role & Responsibilities

• Manage overall production schedule including interdepartmental workflow.
• Monitor/oversee department budgets, schedules and priorities, balancing artistic and productivity requirements.
• Assign appropriate manpower (working with Producer) to ensure the completion of production on time and on budget.
• Supervise and mentor production managers, coordinators, assistants and provide guidance and support to department leads.
• Attend all relevant meetings and approval sessions to promote effective communication throughout the production team and provide leadership as needed.
• Communicate creative priorities throughout the production by working closely with Director.
• Suggest production solutions that will allow for needed creative changes to be made.
• Track, document and report on major creative changes that affect budget/schedule to Producer in a timely manner.
• Participate actively in the recruiting and staffing of the team; including assessing the work of prospective candidates through the hiring process and supervising efficient integration of new hires into the project’s process.
• Partner with Producer to guide production personnel’s overall professional development, provide performance feedback, and resolve performance management issues.
• Use interpersonal skills to resolve conflict, promote a collaborative production environment, and foster an atmosphere of cooperation and communication.
• Support development of other projects and assist producers in analyzing most efficient use of resources from one project to the next.

Qualifications

• Proven production experience in film or equivalent
• Superior personnel management and team building skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly the ability to use positive tone and attitude to diffuse conflict, provide solutions, and cultivate a fun and productive working environment
• Working knowledge of production techniques and terminology
• Expert organizational, project management & time management skills
• Ability to anticipate and deal with an ever-changing production environment
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential material
• Ability to work well under pressure/deadlines
• Ability to support artists in all disciplines
• Ability to pull together and focus diverse teams of artists
• Previous computer experience with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, spreadsheet and database applications required
• Proficiency with production software is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, including Extended Health Benefits and Employee Family Assistance Program
• Paid holiday closure between Christmas and New Year
• 7 health days per year (prorated per any partial year, and/or contract length)

BRON Studios

This is a paid freelance, remote position – that means you can work from anywhere, on your own schedule.

Screen Rant is the #1 entertainment website on the web and publishes up-to-the-minute lists, news, and features on blockbuster movies, TV, video games, and comic books. Our editorial team is looking for eager list writers to contribute Movie/TV content under the leadership of Screen Rant’s List manager. The selected candidates will have tremendous career growth opportunity within the organization. Please note that this role does not involve video production, animation, or script writing.

Above all else, we are looking for applicants with a passion for the type of content we cover. Before applying, please visit screenrant.com and review our list coverage. If you think you belong within our geeky community of writers and editors but have no professional writing experience, we would be more than happy to consider your application nonetheless. We pride ourselves on having a passion-first, experience-second approach to hiring writing talent. In your cover letter, make sure to let us know how your knowledge and love of Movies and TV applies to Screen Rant’s content!

Responsibilities

• Write a minimum of 5-10 articles per week in Screen Rant’s list style (following the requisite training and peer mentorship period)
• This will include fact checking, formatting, linking, and image sourcing/very basic editing (sizing, brightness, etc.)
• Pitch story ideas when none are readily available
• Accept and apply any/all feedback received by the editorial team
• Communicate openly and actively with the editorial team

Requirements

• A passion for the content and a drive to grow within the industry
• Deep knowledge of popular movies and TV shows, especially major franchises and series (MCU, DC, Star Wars, Star Trek, LOTR, etc.)
• Quick learner with strong sense of urgency
• Excellent command of the English language
• Ability to write articles free of typos and grammatical errors
• Comfortable working in an entirely virtual environment

Applicants with experience in the following areas will be given favorable consideration:

• Understanding of what it means to write a “List”
• Relevant experience in writing and/or editing roles (digital publications, entertainment content)
• Familiarity with WordPress
• Image editing
• SEO
• Analytics (GA)

What Screen Rant Has To Offer

• Open schedule – write as much as you like, whenever you like, from wherever you like!
• Future bonusing opportunities for high contributors of quality articles
• Incredible opportunities for career growth within a supportive system
• An amazing community of like-minded people to nerd-out with on a daily basis

NOTE: Only applications containing a resume and cover letter will be considered. It is essential that you demonstrate your breadth of knowledge of movie/TV content in your cover letter. You will not be considered for the role if this information is not included. Please note that the next step in the hiring process involves a writing evaluation.

We’re looking forward to hearing from you!
Screen Rant

You Are Here (YAH) is an experience agency built for bold, strategic solutions. We are currently looking for a Print Production Designer to manage and lead all design needs for one of our newest and fastest-growing clients. Want to learn more?

About You

You have at least 1 to 3 years of experience and are eager to work closely with account and creative teams to fulfill client marketing needs across a variety of consumer touchpoints, including print and digital. You are known for your solid design skills, sense of urgency, collaborative spirit—and ability to juggle multiple projects and nail deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Solve design challenges while maintaining brand standards.
• Participate in asset creation and production, following agency file management and naming conventions.
• Possess strong organizational, detail-loving skills.
• Be flexible knowing that work sometimes moves fast and shifts focus.
• Manage and prioritize work effectively.
• Maintain consistent attention to quality as designs move into production.
• Thrive under deadlines.
• See a job through from start to finish.
• Be open to constructive criticism.
• Be a good human being.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Graphic Design or equivalent experience.
• A solid understanding of layout across print (and digital media).
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop & Illustrator; knowledge of Figma is a plus).
• Experience with production and prepping files to vendor standards.
• Self-starter; proven track record of getting things done.
• Agency experience preferred.

YAH teams are currently working remote but office flex-time is available.

You Are Here, LLC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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