Requirements
- 3-5 years of experience producing news and politics video content in digital-native formats
- Deep understanding of the digital media landscape, particularly news and politics video on YouTube
- Proven ability to book guests and develop relationships with journalists, political operatives, and experts
- Exceptional scriptwriting skills with ability to write quickly under deadline
- Strong news judgment and editorial instincts
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Highly self-motivated with ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
- Experience with remote recording platforms (Riverside, Zoom, etc.)
- Obsessive news consumption and political fluency
Nice to Have
- Video editing experience (Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, or similar)
- Existing network of contacts in political media and journalism
- Experience producing interview-based content and/or explainer formats
- Familiarity with YouTube analytics and optimization strategies
- Experience working with independent creators or in lean production environments
Benefits
- This is a fully remote position, though candidates based in New York City, Washington DC, or Miami are strongly preferred. Candidates must be able to work primarily in Eastern Time Zone hours.
Additional Information
- If you're passionate about political journalism and ready to help build an innovative video podcast from the ground up, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume along with examples of your previous work and a brief cover letter explaining why you're interested in this position.