Social Video Producer

Job description

The Forward is one of America's most influential Jewish news organizations, serving millions of readers with journalism about Jewish life, culture, and politics. We are seeking a Social Video Producer to develop compelling video content that drives engagement and discussion around Jewish news, culture, and community across social platforms. This is a News Guild member position reporting to the Editor-in-Chief and working closely with the VP of Strategy and Audience. Responsibilities: • Brainstorm, write, produce, and edit distinctive videos for social media • Create diverse content ranging from reporter explainers to mini-documentaries • Mentor colleagues appearing in video content • Collaborate with reporters and editors on story development • Use platform analytics to inform audience development decisions Qualifications: • Experience producing social-first videos that reached large audiences • Background in journalism-related video production • Proficiency with platform-native analytics • Strong collaborative skills and ability to support colleagues • Passion for the Jewish world and commitment to experimentation Salary: $70,000–$80,000 depending on experience Benefits: Generous health benefits and paid time off.