Company Description
We are looking for a Producer to lead our Mirror video operation, setting strategy and KPIs with Editors/Video Leads and managing a diverse team with inclusion and wellbeing at its core.
Job Details
* Full‑time
* Contract Type: Permanent
* Location: Home & Hub – London
* Division: Editorial
* Salary Currency: GBP Sterling
* Department: Video
About Us
Hello, we’re Reach. Every day, our trusted news, stories and content connect with millions of people where they live – whether that’s on their social feed or at their neighbourhood newsstand; through their local community or their take on the hot topic of the day.
We're home to more than 120 trusted brands – from household names like the Mirror, Express, Daily Star and Daily Record, to local titles like the Manchester Evening News, MyLondon, BelfastLive and brands making a splash in the US like the Irish Star.
It’s our ability to understand people and the things that matter to them that makes us the UK and Ireland’s largest commercial news publisher. We reach 70% of the UK’s online population and speak to over 100 million social followers around the world. And we’re just getting started…
About This Role
Reporting directly to the Video Lead, you will oversee full video production from planning to distribution, ensuring platform optimisation, workflow efficiency, and quality compliance. You’ll work hand‑in‑hand with journalists to help shape breaking news coverage, craft standout original and affiliate content, and harness AI tools to elevate storytelling and audience impact.
The successful candidate will be a people leader (managing a Video Editor, Social Video Producer and a Videographer) who fosters a high‑performance, trusting culture through fair policies, clear expectations, real‑time feedback and visible change leadership.
What You'll Need To Succeed
We’re looking for an experienced video production lead with a strong track record in fast‑paced content creation and distribution and the ability to prioritise multiple responsibilities and react quickly to breaking news events. You’ll lead by example with high level skills in all technical aspects of video creation, including filming, editing and using the Adobe Suite.
Being an established, people‑focused leader you’ll build a high‑performance, trusted team through clear communication, feedback, development, and change leadership is key.
You’ll also be skilled at creating original content aligned with audio‑video KPIs and able to adapt to changing business and technology needs with ease.
Newsroom experience and solid knowledge of media law are a must.
How We’ll Look After You
* 25 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays), with additional days after 3, 5 and 10 years. Extra holiday can be purchased through a scheme.
* One paid day each year to volunteer for a cause close to your community or heart.
* One paid day for a ‘big moment’ such as marriage, moving house or welcoming a new family member.
* Bonus scheme – a stake in our success and a chance to add to your annual earnings.
* Matching company pension contributions up to 6% and salary‑sacrifice options.
* Progressive people policies – enhanced family leave, flexibility, inclusion and progression support.
* Health‑cash plan – money back for medical expenses and fast access to doctor appointments.
* Car lease scheme – buy a brand‑new electric or hybrid car through a leasing partner, paid via salary sacrifice.
* Wellbeing support – 24/7 assistance for you and your family.
* Shop discounts – 15% off through Reach’s online marketplace, Yimbly.
* Interest‑free loans for season tickets and technology.
Additional Information
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.
Seniority Level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
* Full‑time
Job Function
* Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
* Technology, Information and Media
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