About MPU
More Perfect Union is an advocacy, journalism, and education organization with a mission to build power for the working class. Since launching in February 2021, More Perfect Union’s Emmy award-winning coverage has garnered over 7 million followers and subscribers and we are the fastest growing left-of-center YouTube channel.
About the Position
We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven individual to manage a team of video editors and producers to create news videos with a goal of influencing public opinion on economic and political issues. The Supervising Producer will oversee the conceptualization, scripting, producing and editing of news-driven videos. The Supervising Producer must have significant experience scripting, producing and editing YouTube videos with the technical and narrative skills to create powerful stories that hook viewers and keep people watching to the end. The position requires a high level of management experience, self-sufficiency, strong collaboration and communication skills, and a desire to help develop and grow our brand.
Core Responsibilities:
- Report to and work with the Director of Video to plan and execute YouTube-first, news-driven video content
- Manage editors in the news team reporting line, ensuring the team meets publication deadlines, editorial standards, and performance goals
- Execute best practices for achieving editorial and video excellence on YouTube and other social media platforms
- Work closely with the Director of Video to assign stories, approve pitches, and shape stories in conjunction with producers
- Ensure publishing schedule is up to date, projects are on target, and publishing goals are met. Create timelines for producers and editors to meet deadlines and ensure the team meets its publishing schedule
- Oversee all aspects of the video creation process with producers and editors: planning shoots, ideating visual concepts, reviewing outlines, reviewing scripts, and reviewing edits.
- Lead the pre-production process in collaboration with producers, Director of Video, Production Manager and video editors
- Review and workshop scripts with lead producer on all videos, leaving detailed notes and clear feedback with an emphasis on maximizing YouTube engagement
- Review all video drafts, giving clear feedback to editors including detailed b-roll suggestions
- Work with the Production Manager to ensure all shoots are scheduled on time, correct venues are booked and troubleshoot any issues with footage or freelance videographers
- Hire and work with freelance producers and editors to execute videos as necessary
- Ensure contracts are sent for freelance producers and editors and work is completed on schedule
- Regular check ins with all staff that the Supervising Producer manages
- Participate in regular full staff meetings, and lead regular team check ins and thumbnail/title meetings
- Proactively identify editorial inefficiencies/challenges and work collaboratively with other team members to implement solutions
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet expected deadlines
- Maintain high standard of work in a nimble, fast paced environment
- Perform other duties as assigned
Experience/Qualifications:
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- At least 5 years of video journalism experience, including significant experience producing and editing videos for YouTube
- Management experience required
- Meticulous organization and media management skills required
- Mastery of Adobe Premiere
- A passion for economic justice and progressive political change
- Experience leveraging social media analytics to inform content strategy
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A high level of organization and self-motivation
- Ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously and meet deadlines;
- Ability to work independently;
- Ability to work in a team environment;
- Ability to anticipate the needs of producers and editors;
- Ability to operate in a nimble environment;
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and potentially holidays as required.
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