Video Producer at Postmedia Network Inc.

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Mar, 26

Salary

72001.0

Posted On

31 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Video Production, Script Writing, Video Editing, Data Driven Decision Making, Collaboration, Camera Operation, Audio Recording, Visual Storytelling

Industry

Newspaper Publishing

Description

Position: Video Producer Position Type: Full Time, Permanent (Existing Vacancy) Reports to: Politics Bureau Location: Ottawa, ON The Company: Postmedia is a Canadian newsmedia company representing more than 130 brands across multiple print, online and mobile platforms. Award-winning journalists and innovative product development teams bring engaging content to millions of people every week whenever and wherever they want it. This exceptional content, reach and scope offers advertisers and marketers compelling solutions to effectively reach target audiences. We are always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team. The Opportunity: Postmedia is looking for a video journalist and creator to produce and develop video content that supports our national politics strategy. This role reports to the national politics bureau and works closely with the national video team and other newsrooms. You will work with your colleagues to research topics, write scripts, shoot and edit video content. You will use data and story trends to help inform video topics. Collaborating with your bureau colleagues, you will develop and execute the overall video vision and strategy for this space. There is an opportunity to work on transformation strategy, video content development, product ideation, and leadership initiatives. There is a strong learning culture within our organization, and this candidate will also play a key role in implementing change and supporting an environment of experimentation. What you’ll do: Developing the overall video plan/strategy for the national politics bureau. Research topics, write scripts, present your script on camera, and editing video content. Hosting and conducting video interviews on-site and virtually over webcam. Creating video explainer content that supports our national explainer strategy. Producing and supporting on in-house video/podcast production with the bureau. Editing video content for the bureau, including clips from the House of Commons tied to breaking news and explainer coverage. Collaborating with other newsrooms on political video content. Who you are: You have a degree in journalism and/or media production. You are passionate about telling engaging visual stories. Experience as a video creator is a plus! You have experience in video production including camera set up & operation, audio recording and video editing (Final Cut Pro or similar). You thrive on data driven decision making and driving results. You are comfortable taking a video idea from conception to a final product (writing, hosting, camera and mic operation, editing) You are a collaborative teammate who is not afraid of trying new things and experimenting with new platforms. Compensation: Employment offers presented to the selected candidate are based on a combination of qualifications, experience, responsibilities of the role and the candidate's location. Salary: $62,001 - $72,001 Should you be interested in this opportunity please forward a cover letter and resume to:cgallipeau@postmedia.com Any employee, who believes that he/she is qualified, and who has an interest in this career opportunity, should inform his/her Manager of such interest. Internal applicants must include in the subject line of their application “Internal Applicant.” We thank in advance all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates under consideration will be contacted. Only candidates legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered. No phone calls or agencies please. Postmedia Network Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all areas of the hiring process. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please make your needs known in advance. Accommodation requests will be provided on an individual basis. Postmedia Network Inc. is committed to employment equity and an inclusive barrier-free selection process and work environment. Postmedia Network Inc. encourages applications from women, indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.

Responsibilities

The Video Producer will develop and execute the overall video plan for the national politics bureau, including researching topics, writing scripts, and editing video content. They will also collaborate with other newsrooms and support in-house video production.