Senior Video Producer, Hits Radio

You’ll be joining the team behind Hits Radio, the brand on a mission to become the UK’s biggest pop station. We create social-first content that connects audiences with the biggest names in music, entertainment and popular culture, delivering social video that is relatable, entertaining and authentic. The Hits Social Video team is part of the Bauer Social Video Hub, collaborating with brands such as KISS, Magic, Absolute Radio and Greatest Hits Radio in a creative, fast-paced environment. As Senior Video Producer, you will work closely with the Hits Radio Social Media Lead and report to the Head of Video.

The difference you will make: you’ll lead the editorial social video output for Hits Radio, creating content that entertains millions of viewers across multiple platforms. You’ll act as a technical lead in a hands-on role, shooting and editing content on a daily basis, help shape the video strategy, drive YouTube growth and deliver world-class social content while working with top names in music and entertainment.

Your Role: You’ll lead the creation and delivery of engaging, social-first video content for Hits Radio across YouTube, Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. With a focus on the Hits Radio YouTube channel, you’ll champion platform best practice and deliver outstanding video content. You’ll manage projects from conception through to delivery, often juggling multiple deadlines at once. You’ll support and develop a Junior Video Producer as your direct report, as well as mentoring editors and producers from the wider Social Video Hub.

• Filming video content both in our studios and on location
• Managing all stages of video production from pre-production through to delivery
• Directing celebrity talent, presenters and contributors during shoots
• Overseeing technical capture including cameras, lighting and audio
• Leading internal teams and freelance crews on productions
• Editing long-form YouTube content and short-form social video
• Managing the Hits Radio YouTube channel and championing YouTube best practice
• Developing new content formats, visual identities and creative concepts
• Reviewing content and maintaining high production standards
• Mentoring and developing junior members of the team

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Approximately 5 years’ professional video production experience
• Expert knowledge of professional camera, lighting and audio equipment
• Strong experience as a self-shooter and editor
• Proven experience directing celebrity or high-profile talent
• Advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills including Premiere Pro, Photoshop and Audition
• Strong understanding of social video, entertainment content and digital audiences
• Excellent knowledge of YouTube strategy, channel management and analytics
• Experience managing production schedules and delivering projects end-to-end
• Strong communication and people management skills
• Ability to lead and develop junior team members
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality output
• Awareness of media law, Ofcom compliance and health & safety requirements

Working Pattern / Location: Hybrid working, based at The Lantern in London. Full-time permanent role.

Benefits: You’ll have 28 days holiday, bank holidays & 2 volunteer days to use. Access to Bauer Academy for internal training. Enhanced Maternity/Adoption, Paternity and Shared Parental Leave Pay. Opportunity for flexible working.

About Bauer Media Group: We are a media business focused on creating content that matters to millions of people across Europe. Our offering includes print and online publishing, audio broadcasting and entertainment, with investments in other media sectors. We reach over 61 million listeners weekly and operate over 150 radio and podcast brands in nine countries. Bauer Media focuses on a long-term, consumer-first mindset and a diverse portfolio with a workforce of 12,000 sharing a common purpose.

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility: We are an international employer and equal opportunities are important to us. We welcome everyone regardless of religion, gender, skin color, disability, or other characteristics. If you need reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing careershub@bauermedia.co.uk.