Newsweek is the global media organization that has earned audience time and trust for more than 90 years. Newsweek reaches 100 million people each month with thought-provoking news, opinion, images, graphics, and video delivered across a dozen print and digital platforms. Headquartered in New York City, Newsweek also publishes international editions in EMEA and Asia.

Newsweek is seeking a Video News Producer to deliver high-quality, timely, and platform-optimized video and visual storytelling that strengthens our journalism and drives audience engagement. This role is central to how we present news - treating visuals as a core editorial component, not a supplement.

The Video News Producer will work at the heart of a fast-paced newsroom, identifying and producing compelling video, graphics, and visual assets that enhance stories across our CMS, social platforms, and YouTube.

Key Responsibilities

Visual Storytelling (Core Responsibility)

Identify, create, or source high-impact visuals (video, stills, graphics, data visuals) that add clear editorial value to Newsweek journalism
Anticipate visual needs for major, developing, and breaking stories
Ensure visuals enhance storytelling and contribute meaningfully to audience engagement and dwell time

Breaking News & Video Monitoring

Continuously monitor news developments, video agency feeds (e.g. AP, Storyful, C-SPAN, government feeds), and social platforms
Quickly source, produce, and publish relevant video content for breaking and trending stories
Ensure all assets are correctly ingested, labeled, and positioned effectively in the CMS and across platforms

Platform Optimisation

Tailor video content for each platform (CMS, social channels, YouTube), ensuring optimal format, pacing, and length
Select the most effective storytelling format for each story (e.g. reporter-led, voiceover, caption-led, sound-on-tape, VO-only)
Contribute to newsroom goals around audience engagement, including improving reader/viewer dwell time

Collaboration & Communication

Work closely with Newsweek's newsdesk, social, and editorial teams to align on priorities and identify opportunities for video-led storytelling
Collaborate constructively with reporters and editors throughout the production process
Communicate clearly across shifts to maintain continuity, especially during breaking news

Workflow & Asset Management

Maintain well-organised assets and clear production workflows
Provide detailed handover notes to ensure seamless continuity between producers and shifts

Tools, AI & Innovation

Use AI and production tools appropriately to improve speed, efficiency, and output quality
Stay informed about emerging tools and workflows and contribute to continuous improvement of visual storytelling

Requirements

Strong editorial judgment and a clear understanding of how visuals enhance journalism
Interest in US news is a must
2-5 years of experience producing video content in a fast-paced newsroom or digital media environment
Ability to respond quickly and accurately to breaking news
Proven ability to optimise content for different platforms
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail in asset management and workflows
Collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills
Familiarity with video editing tools and newsroom CMS platforms
Openness to experimenting with new tools, including AI-driven workflows

Why Join Newsweek

Be part of a global newsroom delivering impactful journalism
Play a central role in shaping how stories are told visually
Work in a collaborative, fast-moving news environment
Opportunity to innovate and influence evolving video and storytelling formats

Newsweek is an equal opportunity employer. We seek employees of diverse backgrounds and are committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and respectful workplace.