Video Producer

Do you obsessively follow politics and entertainment news? Are you a skilled content creator with experience in shooting video and editing? Come join Salon.com, a digital journalism outlet with an established legacy and an eye toward the future. We are currently seeking a producer.

Job Summary

This producer job is an in-person opportunity working out of Salon’s New York, NY studio. This position is responsible for editing Salon’s digital video shows—which range from celebrity interviews, to politics roundtables, to food demonstrations with chefs—using Adobe Premiere Pro, as well as post-production tasks, including cutting relevant clips for social media and creating on-screen text and graphics. The producer will also prepare the studio for filming and operate camera and audio equipment. The ideal candidate is a highly organized self-starter who thrives in a deadline-driven environment and has some experience in journalism. This position reports to the Executive Producer and is a full time position with benefits covered under the Writers Guild of America, East, Collective Bargaining Agreement. Recent graduates with an interest in Film and Journalism are welcome to apply. 

Responsibilities

• Run technical, audio and visual aspects of daily video shoots for SalonTV using Canon C-100 cameras
• Edit multi-camera interviews into polished full episodes and clips using Adobe Premiere
• Work through different edit versions and notes with Executive Producer
• Create on-screen text and graphics to support interview content
• Write headlines and video descriptions
• Check over all technical, visual and editorial aspects of video and audio assets prior to publication

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Video, Journalism, Film or related field
• 1-2 years of professional experience in digital media or TV
• Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere and Photoshop). After Effects experience is a plus.
• Ability to shoot high-quality video and a familiarity with lighting and Canon C100
• Strong editorial judgment with an understanding of news, politics and entertainment
• Must have great written and verbal communication skills and the ability to receive critical feedback in a small team environment
• Must have the ability to work both independently and under close direction of the executive producer
• Must be able to troubleshoot an edit project and problem solve on the fly

Benefits

The starting annual salary range for this position is $60,000.00 – $65,000.00.

About Salon.com

Salon has driven the national conversation since 1995 through its fearless and insightful journalism. We cover national news and politics, culture and entertainment, food, and science and health through reporting, original video, commentary, criticism, newsletters, and personal essays. Our work brings a variety of voices to the discussion and makes the conversation smarter. Salon is a digital pioneer, and our company’s entrepreneurial culture honors the spirit of our founders by rewarding innovation and initiative.

To apply: Send a resume, cover letter and applicable materials, such as a reel or clips, to [email protected] with PRODUCER in the subject line.

Salon.com, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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