Media Producer

About the role

We’re looking for a Media Producer to work closely with our video/creative team, policy, political, and communications teams to pitch, conceptualize, research, script, and host news-driven YouTube videos with the mission to change policy in our country. In addition to producing video content, the Media Producer will handle breaking news, follow-up reporting, and draft social media updates on the stories they cover.

Responsibilities

• Develop video concepts, identify on-camera talent, conduct interviews, write scripts, and provide feedback to editors.
• Serve as on-camera talent, delivering narration for desk reads and/or on-location shoots.
• Pitch a variety of story and coverage ideas weekly to enhance our news and advocacy programs.
• Conduct basic reporting (seeking public comment, interviews, FOIA requests) to advance stories.
• Monitor news, hearings, and press conferences for newsworthy moments relevant to our core issues.
• Write scripts, articles, tweets, and other social media content to accompany news or clips.
• Collaborate with the video team to draft scripts, interview subjects, and push creative boundaries.
• Stay updated on current social platforms and best practices.
• Proactively identify inefficiencies and work with the team to implement solutions.
• Meet publishing schedules and deadlines for assignments from supervisors and colleagues.
• Operate effectively in a fast-paced, nimble environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in journalism or advocacy.
• Producing, reporting, or research experience required.
• Ability to script and produce videos.
• Strong project management skills, clear writing, and ability to meet hard deadlines.
• Passion for economic justice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of organization and self-motivation.

Pay

$85,000 USD per year (Remote, United States).