Part of News Corp, The Sun is a global publisher and one of the biggest news brands in the UK.
Our young, talented, and diverse team publishes the best coverage of news, sport, TV, showbiz, and lifestyle.
In early 2020 we launched a US edition, building the team from 20 to 100 staffers in the past two years, surpassing all revenue and traffic targets to become one of the fastest-growing news sites in the US.
We are now looking for a YouTube Video Producer to support our ongoing expansion.
The role is freelance to start on a Monday to Friday schedule, with a view to making the position a staff role in the near future.
We are looking for a passionate and driven candidate to create and curate video content for the US Sun’s YouTube channel.
Your day-to-day duties will include everything from sourcing, editing and scripting video for the platform in a fast paced environment. There will also be an opportunity to create YouTube original content too.
A deep understanding of YouTube – what works and what doesn’t – is essential. Experience curating and managing a YouTube channel is preferred.
This fast-paced role is based in New York and will require some evening and weekend work as you lead the quick and clickable distribution of the site’s digital content.
Key accountabilities:
• Produce, present and edit videos on a daily basis for the US Sun’s YouTube channel
• Scripting experience for explainers
• Work to strict deadlines with high output expectations
• Passionate and driven individual who can act as a team player
• Remain calm under pressure and deliver work at a consistently high standard
• Self- starter, organised an effective problem solver
• Bursting with new ideas and ways to tell a story
Key skills and experiences:
• Presenting and producing
• Ability to script explainer and SEO packages
• Expert level Premier skills
• Graphics expertise is preferable
• Proven ability to work under pressure in breaking news situations
• Deep understanding of YouTube
• Experience covering politics
• Ability to shoot and edit
• Unflappable under pressure and delivers work at a consistently high standard
• Proactive and displays a willingness to take on any task
• Positive attitude and good team player
• Takes initiative in order to achieve desired results
• Can demonstrate an understanding of the The US Sun brand
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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A Los Angeles-based camera team is available to support vertical (9:16) series productions with a full crew + equipment package built for fast schedules and multi-location days. This turnkey camera department option is ideal for producers and production teams who need experienced vertical storytelling coverage, technical workflow support, and a ready-to-shoot setup for high-volume content.
Job Responsibilities
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Provide a professional camera crew for vertical (9:16) productions.
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Supply cinema camera packages, lenses, lighting, and grip equipment as needed.
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Support on-set camera workflow and technical operations for smooth production days.
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Handle DIT and media management to maintain an efficient post pipeline.
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Provide production van support for transport, power, storage, and fast company moves (when available).
Requirements
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Los Angeles-based production teams or shoots needing local camera support.
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Projects filming vertical series content (9:16) with fast-paced production demands.
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Clear communication on schedule, scope, and required camera package needs.
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Camera department services only (no sound).
Compensation
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Rates based on availability, scope, crew size, and equipment needs.