About the Role
The Financial Times is seeking an experienced video editor to join its Unhedged and FT News Briefing podcast teams in New York. This role is crucial for expanding the FT's video-podcast offerings and reaching new audiences through a multi-format approach. The position requires a proven ability to edit content quickly and adapt it for various video platforms and social media algorithms.
Responsibilities
- Editing vertical social media video clips and images for the FT’s Unhedged podcast and The FT News Briefing
- Provide post production work on edits
- Establish efficient video production workflows for FT’s Unhedged podcast
- Oversee filming Unhedged podcast in New York working with Sony FR7 cameras, Blackmagic switcher and RM IP500 Camera Remote Controller
- Manage a workflow for video rollout on audio platforms
- Use performance data to optimise short-form video content across various video and audio platforms
- Support social video clip creation for other FT podcasts
- Advise on technical set-ups for remote podcast recordings and in-studio sessions
- Work closely with the video and social media teams
Requirements
- Experience of cutting podcasts for video platforms and translating content to succeed on social media
- An understanding of optimising content for video networks and social media algorithms
- Experience in audio and video system set ups
- Works collaboratively and flexibly
- Has worked in a busy newsroom
- Has a keen eye for detail
- Organised, able to prioritise a busy workload and can work to tight deadlines
- Is passionate about podcasts and video podcasts
- Able to troubleshoot under pressure
- Familiarity with cameras similar to Sony A7IV, Sony FR7 and Canon C300
Skills
- Adobe Premiere
- Pro Tools
- Descript
- After Effects
Location
- New York
Work Type
- Fixed-term
- Part-time
- Onsite (minimum three days per week)
Experience Level
- Experienced video editor
Salary/Compensations
- $75,000 to $105,000 pro rata
Benefits
- Generous annual leave
- Medical cover
- Inclusive parental leave packages
- Subsidised gym memberships
- Opportunities to give back to the community
About the Company
- The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide.
- At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded.
- In our warm, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing.
- Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you.
- With no fixed path, you’ll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere.
- Build a newsworthy career at the FT.
Equal Opportunity
- We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard, respected and valued.
- A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential.
- We are committed to removing barriers for everyone, with a focus on addressing those faced by underrepresented groups.
- We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory.
