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Video Content Producer

📍 Remote (U.S.-based) | 💼 Full-Time | 💰 Salary $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 DOE

Join Courier Newsroom - an organization that drives journalism and empowers communities.

About the Role

COURIER is seeking a creative and mission-aligned Video Content Producer to lead the development of dynamic, story-driven video content that brings our work and values to life across digital platforms. This role is central to how we engage audiences, showcase impact, and build our public identity as a pro-democracy, values-based media organization.

As the lead video producer within the marketing team, you’ll ideate, script, film, and edit short and long-form video content for COURIER’s owned channels including YouTube, LinkedIn, newsletters, and social platforms. You’ll also serve as an occasional on-camera host or voice, helping connect audiences to the people and stories behind our civic media mission. While the focus is video-first, strong writing skills are also needed to support content like captions, headlines, and lightweight copy for web and newsletters. This role reports to the Director of Marketing and will produce content for both COURIER National and the state newsroom network.

This is a high-visibility, creative role with room to grow on the marketing team.

COURIER Newsroom is committed to building an inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives and lived experiences. We strongly encourage women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ+ candidates, and those from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to break down barriers and ensure every team member feels seen, heard, and supported.

Key Responsibilities

Video Production (Primary Focus)

• Lead the development of owned media video content, from concept to publish, across channels such as YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, and newsletters
• Script, storyboard, film, and edit compelling short-form and long-form video stories that highlight COURIER’s mission, newsroom wins, impact, and people
• Serve as an on-camera voice or host for select videos, including explainers, behind-the-scenes pieces, and talent features
• Develop a consistent cadence of video content aligned with brand storytelling, editorial milestones, fundraising campaigns, and platform trends
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to source stories, visuals, and data to inform video narratives
• Maintain a shared video asset library for reuse across channels, campaigns, and presentations
  
  

Content Writing & Editorial Support

• Write scripts for voiceover or on-camera video content
• Draft captions and supporting copy for videos across social and newsletter channels
• Support web publishing of videos with short intros, headlines, and optimized metadata
• Contribute to occasional impact updates, press support, or internal storytelling as needed
  
  

Performance & Optimization

• Track and analyze video engagement and retention metrics to inform future content strategy
• Adjust formats, length, and messaging based on platform trends and audience behavior
• Help refine best practices for video storytelling within a civic media context
  
  

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience producing digital video content in a journalism, nonprofit, or brand storytelling context
• Strong video editing skills using tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro, CapCut, Final Cut Pro, or similar
• Comfortable appearing on camera and/or coaching talent for interviews and host-style content
• Experience scripting for voiceover and tailoring content for specific audiences and platforms
• Ability to translate complex or data-heavy stories into emotionally compelling video narratives
• Skilled project manager able to take ideas from pitch to publish on a deadline
• Strong writer able to support short-form content and digital storytelling needs across platforms
• Deep interest in democracy, civic media, and reaching underserved or values-driven audiences
• Familiarity with content performance metrics on platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn

Bonus Experience

• Background in journalism, political communications, or values-driven storytelling
• Motion graphics or light animation skills
• Experience producing video content in both horizontal (YouTube) and vertical (Reels/Shorts/TikTok) formats

Courier Newsroom offers the following benefits:

• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO), 11 paid holidays a year
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Full suite of health benefits
• 401k
• Flexible working arrangements