Atlanticmedia is hiring a Producer, Video Podcasts to develop and lead production of a new weekly video podcast hosted by David Brooks, covering topics related to a liberal arts education. You will report to the senior editor and work closely with the host and associate producer to create compelling video content.
What You'll Do
- Work with the host and editor to maintain editorial excellence.
- Coach the host on mic and on-camera presence.
- Oversee end-to-end production, from pre- to post-production.
- Collaborate with the editor to hone ideas, structure episodes, and edit scripts.
- Apply incisive editorial judgment to deliver sharp first drafts on tight deadlines.
- Cut episodes, demonstrating knowledge of tone and pacing for compelling video and audio.
- Manage the show’s production calendar and ensure deadlines are met.
- Work with teams across The Atlantic, including legal, art, audience, copy desk, story editors, and fact-checkers to ensure high-quality production standards.
- Coordinate and manage all recording sessions, ensuring proper setup of lighting, audio, and camera equipment.
- Edit and enhance video content, adding graphics, transitions, and other elements to create a polished final product.
- Ensure consistency in visual and audio quality across all episodes.
- Collaborate with the audience team to create promotional video clips for social media.
- Handle uploading all episode article pages to the CMS.
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience in video production and editing, preferably in podcasting and journalism.
- Experience managing a team or projects.
- Experience coaching hosts on the mic and camera.
- Proficiency in taping and editing software, such as Riverside, Adobe Premiere Pro, or Final Cut Pro.
- Strong understanding of lighting, audio, and camera operation for high-quality video production.
- Experience with remote recording workflows.
- Outstanding editorial judgment, and strong communication and collaboration skills.
- A demonstrated track record of producing high-quality work on ambitious deadlines and experience finding creative solutions to editorial problems.
- Familiarity with YouTube and podcast distribution platforms.
Nice to Have
- Motion graphics and animation experience.
Technical Stack
- Riverside
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Final Cut Pro
Team & Environment
You will report to the senior editor of the show and work closely with the show’s host and associate producer.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $105,000-$150,000
Work Mode
This is a local role based in Washington D.C.
The Atlantic Monthly Group LLC ("The Atlantic") is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Atlantic is committed to diversity and encourages members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including women, LGBTQ people, people of color, and people with disabilities.
