Video Producer
Hearst Newspapers
Dallas, TXThis is a Full Time Job
Short-form video producer, The Dallas Morning News
Reach new audiences and deliver award-winning journalism through short-form video storytelling online and on social media.
Video is a critical part of how we engage audiences and deliver award-winning journalism across platforms. In this role, you'll create content for our website, mobile app and social media feeds, focusing on storytelling through short-form vertical videos.
What will you do?
• Shoot, edit and produce unique and original content for platforms like YouTube, Instagram and TikTok.
• Identify video opportunities and work with editors and reporters to meet monthly goals and deliverables.
• Create content from the field, including live events and breaking news.
• Collaborate with newsroom teams on special projects and promotions.
What will it take to be successful?
Candidates should come ready to join a fast-paced news environment with urgent video needs. You'll work with Audience Team editors to understand priorities and workflows, and collaborate closely with the Visuals team and other newsroom hubs to produce engaging short-form videos.
Other qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field
• Advanced video editing skills (Adobe Premiere, Final Cut, Canva)
• Two to three years of experience producing newsroom social media content, preferably videos
• Strong news judgment and understanding of social audiences and online trends
• Ability to write social scripts and optimize videos for visibility
• Experience coaching others to be camera-ready
Our staff works in the office at least three days a week.
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Salary/Benefits
Perks
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Supportive team culture
Additional Information
Since 1885, The Dallas Morning News has been North Texas' trusted source for credible, independent journalism, reaching more than 4 million people each week across print, digital, and social platforms. We cover a wide range of topics, including politics, public policy, business, culture, and sports, with a mission to inform, engage, and reflect the diverse communities we serve. HNP, with 2,500 employees nationwide, represents a network of 24 daily and 52 weekly publications, including the San Francisco Chronicle, Houston Chronicle, San Antonio Express-News, and Albany Times Union, along with several top digital-only news and lifestyle sites, marketing services, and entertainment businesses such as King Features Syndicate. We are committed to investing in innovative storytelling methods, growing newsrooms, diversifying tools, and evolving platforms to support the millions who rely on us each month.
