What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weekend Producer, Sports Video position at New York Post?
Job Description :
The New York Post delivers the best in News, Sports, Entertainment and Pop Culture with wit, irreverence and authority. Over the past 223 years, The Post has evolved into a multi-platform media company spanning print, digital, video, audio, app, television and commerce.
We are currently seeking a Weekend Producer, Sports Video to join our team to create compelling video content for two exciting New York Post Sports projects.
This is an opportunity to join an iconic media brand as it continues to experience exponential digital growth. New York Post and Page Six videos received more than a billion views across platforms in the past two years.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with talent, writers and editorial teams to conceptualize and execute high-quality video content aligned with brand standards.
- Manage all aspects of video production, including pre-production planning, equipment setup, lighting, sound, and on-location filming & distribution of social media clips and long-form videos.
- Edit video content with precision, ensuring a seamless and visually engaging final product that adheres to The New York Post’s signature style.
- Develop creative concepts for sports storytelling that capture viewer attention while maintaining editorial integrity.
- Produce dynamic video packages, including short-form, long-form, and social media-tailored content. Cover daily local NY sports teams with in-depth analysis and storytelling surrounding the local market.
- Maintain and operate video equipment, ensuring all gear is in top condition for shoots.
- Monitor and implement feedback from stakeholders to ensure alignment with project objectives and brand voice.
- Stay updated on industry trends, local NY sports stories and new video techniques to elevate production quality.
- Maintain sports team standards and operations with a creative goal to expand and distribute the New York Post Sports brand to viewers. Create engaging content and develop podcasts with live event coverage and postgame analysis.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in video production, including shooting, editing, and producing content.
- Proficiency with professional video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, or similar.
- Strong knowledge of camera equipment, lighting setups, and audio recording techniques.
- Strong knowledge of top stories in NY sports and work collaboratively with weekend sports web team.
- Excellent visual storytelling skills, with a keen eye for detail and composition.
- Ability to adapt to the fast-paced nature of a news media environment.
- Outstanding time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- A strong understanding of content optimization for various platforms, including web and social media.
- Knowledge of The New York Post’s style and brand voice is a plus.
- Bachelor's degree in film, media production, or a related field preferred, but not required.
Note: The New York Post adheres to a hybrid work model, however weekends will be in-office working with talent in the studio.
As an equal opportunity employer, the New York Post does not discriminate in hiring or the terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The New York Post will consider the provision of reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants to enable them to participate in our application process and to effectively perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would impose an undue financial or operational hardship.
As an equal opportunity employer, the New York Post does not discriminate in hiring or the terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The New York Post will consider the provision of reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants to enable them to participate in our application process and to effectively perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would impose an undue financial or operational hardship.
Pay Range: $25.00/hour - $35.00/hourSalary : $25 - $35
