We’re seeking a highly creative Social Video Producer to craft compelling vertical videos for our lifestyle, entertainment and news brands — content that’s not just informative, but impossible to scroll past. The right person for this role has a passion for social-first storytelling and video production: You’re probably someone who spends too much time on TikTok and Instagram, analyzing viral videos shot-by-shot. If you love turning trending topics into quick, actionable videos that people actually find helpful — keep reading!
As we grow our social presence across Yahoo Life, Entertainment and News, we need someone who can bring creator-style videos to life, from concept to completion. While this role has a heavy focus on video editing, you’ll also develop ideas for long-term series and franchises, as well as produce, shoot and publish daily videos across our platforms.
One day, you might be teaming up with a reporter or creator on a video series debunking skincare or nutrition myths. Next, you could be capturing celebrities on a red carpet or filming hot takes for a person-on-the-street video. And on another day, you might be crafting a snappy 30-second explainer breaking down the trending story taking over your group chats.
This role requires strong partnerships across editorial teams, including reporters, producers, curation editors and newsletter writers. You’ll also have the opportunity to collaborate with our network of premium publishers and community of Yahoo Creators. Stellar teamwork is what makes our content credible, engaging and, most importantly, fun!
Note - this is a 1-year assignment through AgileOne
Qualifications
- 3-5 years experience in video production and social programming
- Extensive experience with video shooting (both smartphones + DSLR setups) as well as visual editing tools, including Adobe Premiere, Canva and other relevant programs.
- Strong strategic thinking and ability to craft video content that aligns with editorial standards and business objectives. Experience producing video content for sponsorships is a huge plus.
- Solid understanding of analytics and social listening tools, such as Google Trends and Newswhip to help inform story pitches and assess video performance.
- Experience collaborating with multiple editors, writers, producers and talent (including creators) with a strong ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of social media platforms and video best practices, including emerging trends and audience engagement strategies.
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail, with the ability to adapt content for different platforms and audiences.
Additional Information:
- Candidates must be based in the New York metro area, or willing to commute there as needed for shoots.
- This position requires availability to work on weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.
Responsibilities:
- Video production: Own the video process from start to finish, including scripting, producing, shooting, editing and publishing social-first content. Sometimes, you’ll hop on camera; other times you’ll coach reporters or creators to do the same. You’ll also manage shoots — from in-office interviews to award shows and everything in between.
- Ideation + development: Help brainstorm and shape video formats around lifestyle, news and entertainment coverage, from daily content to long-term franchises, with a focus on sponsorable series.
- Cross-functional collaboration: Partner closely with editors, producers and talent to plan coverage around major tentpole events (i.e. award shows, holiday shopping). Experience producing creators and talent is a huge plus.
- Monitoring trends: Use social listening tools to follow emerging trends and identify the right moments for Yahoo to jump into conversations.
- Assessing performance: Monitor video performance for insights that can help improve future videos.
