Overview
We are looking for a Producer to lead our regional/brand video operation, setting strategy and KPIs with Editors and Video Leads, overseeing end-to-end production and managing a Video Editor, Social Video Producer and a Videographer. Embedded in daily journalism, you will collaborate with reporters and newsroom leaders, support breaking news and network rotas, capture original footage, share best practice, use approved AI tools and tailor off-platform content to deliver video strategy and training in your area to support future growth. You are a people leader, who fosters a high-performance, trusting culture through fair policies, clear expectations, real-time feedback, recognition, talent development and visible change leadership. This role is home & hub linked to our East Midlands hub, based in Nottingham. You will cover a Sunday – Saturday rota between 6am – 11pm, so flexibility is key.
Please Note: This advert will close at midnight on Tuesday 23rd September. Submit your application before the closing date/time to be considered.
Location: Nottingham, England, United Kingdom
Key responsibilities and accountabilities
* Leads a video team to produce original content for a region/brand/team, providing guidance, mentorship and performance management to ensure objectives are met, with inclusion and wellbeing at the heart of all work.
* Oversees the entire video production process from planning and access to scripting, shooting, editing, uploading and distribution—optimising for each platform, prioritising output, maintaining workflows and timelines, and holding final sign-off on quality, legal and copyright.
* Develops the overall video plan for the region/brand/team, working closely with the relevant Editor or ACD.
* Delivers video KPIs with the relevant Editor/ACD, shaping the overall approach in collaboration with a Video Lead.
* Works closely with journalists to ensure video is a core component of daily output, including joining conferences where appropriate to shape the news agenda.
* Shoots original, high-quality footage to aid producing original content.
* Ensures adherence to quality standards alongside legal and copyright compliance, with final sign-off on content.
* Prioritises output and platform choice, including titles to focus on, in collaboration with editorial colleagues.
* Uploads and distributes video content in partnership with editorial teams.
* Oversees video workflows and production timelines.
* Tailors content for off-platform channels to enhance reach and engagement, distributing when approved by a senior editor while maintaining editorial standards.
Skills and behaviours
* Collaborative leader who communicates clearly and works well with other teams.
* Focuses on shaping original content to meet relevant audio-video KPIs.
* Adaptable; keeps pace with evolving tech landscapes.
* Excellent communication skills across written, verbal and presentation formats, with ability to cascade consistent messages for maximum impact.
* Strong planning and organizational skills, including delegation, setting objectives, prioritising tasks, allocating resources and managing time for project delivery.
* Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, calm under pressure.
Qualification and experience
* Proven experience managing a video production team, including people management and development.
* Experience with publishing decisions at a senior level.
* Track record of shaping video content and plans, managing video strategy and output resulting in audience growth and video views for a large organisation.
* Technical proficiency in video creation from filming to editing; experience with Adobe Suite or similar software.
* Newsroom experience; NCTJ/BTCJ qualification preferred but not required.
* Strong working knowledge of media law.
Equal Opportunity Reach plc believes diversity brings benefits for our customers, our business and our people. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all suitable applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.
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