Lead Short-Form News Video Producer (Hybrid)

This position plays a clear leadership role in newsroom social video coverage, ensuring legal and editorial standards are consistently met while delivering work in original, dynamic and platform‑native ways. You will utilise your creativity to design strategies that stop audiences from scrolling and create truly engaging news content that is accessible, entertaining and relevant to the platforms people use every day.

You will be a confident editorial voice who challenges and educates others on the best use of video, pitches exciting and original ideas daily, and manages multiple workflows and requests in a fast‑paced environment. The role will involve both leading from behind the camera and presenting or filming content yourself where required. You will be responsible for ensuring video content is optimised to drive engagement and audience growth, using analytics tools, competitor analysis and platform trends to inform editorial and creative decisions. This is a hybrid role working 3–4 days per week from our Canary Wharf hub. The role will require weekend work and potentially flexible hours during the week, which will be discussed at interview stage.

What you need to succeed

• An NCTJ or BJTC qualification, alongside a proven track record of working in a breaking‑news environment, is essential, as is a strong understanding and practical application of media law.
• You will be capable of shooting video on both phones and DSLR cameras, be comfortable presenting on camera and recording voiceovers, and be highly skilled in Premiere Pro or similar editing software.
• You will have advanced knowledge of social‑media platforms including Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube Shorts and X, and have the ability to shape original content to meet relevant video KPIs, support editing longer‑form videos into social formats, upload and distribute video content, and ensure all output adheres to editorial guidelines and legal and copyright standards.
• A strong understanding of UK media law, editorial tone, accuracy and the confidence to make sound publishing decisions under pressure is essential.

How we’ll look after you

• 25 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays), plus extra days after you’ve been with us for 3, 5 and 10 years. We also have a scheme to help you buy extra holiday if you wish.
• An extra day’s paid leave each year to volunteer for a cause close to your community or your heart.
• Big‑moment day – an extra day’s paid leave for a moment that matters to you (e.g. wedding, moving house, welcoming a new addition to the family).
• Help saving for retirement – we’ll match company pension contributions up to 6 % and you can contribute through salary sacrifice.
• Supportive and progressive people policies (enhanced family leave, flexibility, inclusion and progression) to support you in and out of work.
• A healthcare cash plan – money back for various medical expenses and fast access to doctor’s appointments.
• Car‑lease scheme – buy a brand‑new electric or hybrid car through our leasing partner, paying via salary sacrifice.
• Well‑being support – a 24/7 assistance programme for you and your family.
• Financial well‑being – Access Stream, an app for managing finances, pay, rewards and benefits all in one place.
• Access to discounts – 15 % off with Reach’s online marketplace, Yimbly.
• Interest‑free loans – including for season tickets and technology.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. We encourage application from all backgrounds. Everyone has their own story to tell, and we value potential, passion and the perspectives that different backgrounds bring to our work. Diverse perspectives strengthen our teams. We are committed to a recruitment process that is fair and welcoming to all; we do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.