Job Description

The Washington Post Opinions team seeks a Washington-based journalist to produce and edit social-first video, with an emphasis on connecting with and serving new audiences.

This producer will ensure Opinions commentary and reporting is published with context and speed for The Post’s on- and off-platform audiences. They will support experimentation with video features across social surfaces, finding ways to showcase Post Opinions’ vibrant personalities, foster community and deepen conversations. Top candidates will have a clear idea for how video can grow audience and reach on social platforms and have strong ideas for various video surfaces and formats. Creative thinking and a desire to build, iterate and grow our storytelling will be essential. 

Motivations

You are passionate about opinion journalism.

You want to help opinion writers reach new audiences and are comfortable coaching and collaborating with others.

You have an experimental spirit and want to find new ways of connecting audiences to journalism, particularly with visual storytelling.

You understand the value of presenting audiences with a diversity of viewpoints and are comfortable elevating a wide array of perspectives.

You like the idea of constantly evolving your strategies to conform to ever-changing trends and new inventions. 

You are eager to foster community and conversation in innovative ways.

Responsibilities

Introduce opinion personalities to social audiences by shooting, editing and producing compelling storytelling for the @PostOpinions Instagram and TikTok accounts, as well as The Post site

Help social media audiences understand the news by elevating the commentary of our opinion writers using videos, captions and posts, and by conceiving of and shooting insightful videos both in the office and in the field

Work with columnists on best practices for social-friendly video formats

Work with the team to develop regular formats or series for video content

Elevate The Post’s brand by collaborating with audience editors and designers to ensure video content aligns with The Post’s brand and style guidelines

Qualifications

2+ years of relevant journalism experience or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Demonstrated experience editing and producing for at least one major social platform

An understanding of how to edit and present journalism in ways native to each social platform while ensuring the veracity and accuracy of the work

Editing and familiarity with Adobe products

An ability to work quickly and under tight deadlines

Experience measuring and analyzing audience engagement success metrics preferred

Interested candidates should upload a résumé, a cover letter outlining the experience they would bring to the position and three work samples to our jobs portal. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The cover letter should be addressed to Opinions Director of Audience Strategy Mili Mitra and Opinions Social Media Editor Edgar Ramirez.

Compensation and Benefits

Wherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey:

Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage

Company-paid pension and 401(k) match

Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave

Nine paid holidays and two personal days

20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent

Robust mental health resources

Backup care and caregiver concierge services

Gender affirming services

Pet insurance

Free Post digital subscription

Leadership and career development programs

Benefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.

The salary range for this position is:

The actual salary within this range will depend on individual skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements. This position may be eligible for a bonus or incentive program, and a member of the Talent Acquisition team will discuss bonus payment terms and conditions during the interview process.

The Post strives to provide its readers with high-quality, trustworthy news and information while constantly innovating. That mission is best served by a diverse, multi-generational workforce with varied life experiences and perspectives. All cultures and backgrounds are welcomed. 

The innovation doesn’t end in the Newsroom – dozens of teams power The Washington Post.  We are now hiring the next innovator – how will you Impact Tomorrow?

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