Vertical video lead

The Record (Bergen County NJ) & part of the USA TODAY NETWORK is seeking an experienced and highly skilled vertical video ideal candidate will create and develop visual storytelling across multiple platforms using video to inform engage and entertain fan bases. The employee will connect with readers through social media coordinate with internal staff on the best ways to implement vertical video and pursue user-generated content when appropriate. They will be fluent in digital journalism methods tools and best practices with an emphasis on video production on tight deadlines in breaking news and planned coverage position regularly contributes ideas for stories and video that are fresh compelling and timely and that will meet audience interests and needs. This person will identify the top video storytelling opportunities each day and ensure the newsroom has the means to capture produce distribute and promote that video. Also takes initiative in creating videos and other multimedia content and ensures appropriate videos are updated regularly must be self-directed and self-motivated with the ability to handle many wide-ranging duties at the same time. Must have strong planning skills and news judgment be detail-oriented and have strong interpersonal and community relation skills. Candidates must be able to accept and use constructive feedback for improvement have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to work nights and weekends or travel as :Creates quality multimedia storytelling using videography and text that accurately informs entertains and engages our audience. Uses audience metrics to assist making coverage decisions. Demonstrates high command of techniques and sophisticated craftsmanship video storytelling and community vertical video with the and connects with reporters through visual storytelling and outreach (social media on camera forums community leadership etc.).Works with content strategist and audience analyst to evaluate whats working and whats not and develops ongoing plans to better satisfy audience on special projects and performs editing of visuals when great customer service helping readers find answers and :A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a related fieldBachelors degree or relative equivalent experienceCommunication and collaboration with editors reporters and colleaguesExcellent planning coordinating and multitasking skillsSuperior prioritization and flexibility to change when the news or industry demands itStrong idea generation and executionAbility to work on their own and make decisionsApplication Instructions:We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply dont limit your upload to a resume; show us what youve done. To do so put together a single document file that includes the following in this order:Your resume one to two pages.A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the to 3-6 online samples of your is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.#Newsgnt#LI-CB1The annualized base salary for this role will range between $73000 and $114063. Base compensation is reflective of many factors including but not limited to the market in which one lives/works individual education level skills certifications and experience. Note: variable compensation is not reflected in these figures and based on the role may be applicable.