Social Video Producer - Opinions

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We’re on a mission to deliver riveting storytelling for all of America. At The Washington Post, you’ll help reinvent news. Our work is driven by a deep investigative spirit and enhanced by innovation to bring audiences closer to the stories that matter most.

About Our Team

The Washington Post is powered by the passion and talent of our people. It takes all of us to reinvent news. Beyond our award-winning Newsroom and Opinions teams, we work across many departments, including Brand & Events, Communications, Customer Care, Engineering & Product, Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Marketing & Advertising, Print Operations, and Sales.

Why This Role Matters

The Washington Post Opinions team seeks a Washington-based journalist to produce and edit social-first video, with an emphasis on engaging new audiences where they are.

This producer will work with Opinion journalists to bring sharp, relevant commentary to life on vertical video. We’re looking for a skilled editor who can work quickly and cleanly, shaping concepts with seasoned journalists and turning ideas into engaging videos while they are in the zeitgeist. They will have experience working on tight deadlines for maximum impact and creating multimedia content that feels platform-native.

The ideal candidate will combine sharp editing instincts, strong news judgement and a clear understanding of how to grow audiences on social platforms. They should be comfortable with a range of video styles, starting with talking head videos and expanding to man-on-the-street videos, podcast clips and more. They will be creative storytellers who can make informed judgements about the optimal video formats, based on topics and social trends.

We’re interested in applicants with experimental spirits, who want to find new ways of connecting audiences to opinion journalism.

What Motivates You

• You are passionate about the news and excited to work with talented journalists to channel their reporting and commentary on real-world events.

• You thrive in small, high-output teams.

• You are comfortable working independently in fast-moving environments and on deadline.

• You have an eye for attention-grabbing clips, visuals and framing.

• You want to build engaged online communities around our talent and perspectives.

How You’ll Support The Mission

• Collaborate with Opinion journalists to turn their commentary and perspectives into engaging vertical videos.

• Produce and edit compelling, rigorous social-first videos reacting to the news.

• Work with columnists on best practices for filming and posting social-friendly video formats.

• Collaborate with social media editors to promote clips on brand accounts, with an eye toward building community.

• Develop regular formats or franchises to drive community and habit with social audiences.

• Edit quick-turn and evergreen podcast clips for Instagram, TikTok and YouTube Shorts.

The Skills and Experience You Bring

• 2+ years of relevant journalism experience or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

• Expertise in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects or Final Cut.

• Proficiency with Photoshop/Illustrator for thumbnail design.

• Prior experience working on social accounts or creator channels.

• Familiarity with analytics dashboards (YouTube, CrowdTangle, Sprout, etc.).

• A deep understanding of the social landscape, including the dynamics of different platforms.

 

Collaboration makes us stronger. That’s why our offices are designed with open layouts, modern technology, and easy access to transportation. With certain exceptions for newsgathering and business travel, we work on-site five days a week.

Compensation and Benefits

Wherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey:

• Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage

• Company-paid pension and 401(k) match

• Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave

• Nine paid holidays and two personal days

• 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent

• Robust mental health resources

• Backup care and caregiver concierge services

• Gender affirming services

• Pet insurance

• Free Post digital subscription

• Leadership and career development programs

Benefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.

The salary range for this position is:

$82,600 - $123,800 Annual

The actual salary within this range will depend on individual skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements. This position may be eligible for a bonus or incentive program, and a member of the Talent Acquisition team will discuss bonus payment terms and conditions during the interview process.