Product Video Producer, Creative Lead
CalendlySalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Sports Media, MediaIndustries
Requirements
- 5+ years of relevant industry experience
- BA/BS degree or equivalent professional experience
- Expertise in the use of Adobe Creative Cloud software
- Outstanding editing skills
- Excellent knowledge of After Effects post-production graphics FX
- Expected to pitch original content that suits The Athletic’s brand
- On set experience with cameras, lighting and audio
- High level of professionalism; driven and motivated with excellent follow-up
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
- Creative and strategic thinking skills
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Direct experience in professional social video content creation
- Above average, demonstrable knowledge of US sports, specifically basketball and football
- This role is based in New York City and will be a mixture of remote and office work
- Must be available to work shifts, including weekends and evenings
Responsibilities
- Produce, shoot, and edit videos with our newsroom talent
- Write scripts and direct presenting talent
- Work under the Senior Executive Producer to create content for our app and social video channels including YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook
- Complete channel and community management tasks
- Work with the video growth team to identify trends and scale our video products
- Assist the other video production teams with additional editing when required
- On camera experience desirable
Skills
Adobe Creative Cloud
After Effects
video editing
video production
social video
YouTube
TikTok
Instagram
Facebook
script writing
on-camera experience
cameras
lighting
microphones
The Athletic Media Company
Digital sports news and analysis platform
About The Athletic Media Company
The Athletic provides detailed sports news, stories, scores, schedules, and podcasts for sports enthusiasts. It focuses on delivering in-depth coverage from experienced writers, ensuring fans receive breaking news and insightful analysis about their favorite teams and leagues, including major sports like the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and international events like Formula One and soccer. The Athletic operates on a subscription-based model, where users pay for premium content that is not available for free, allowing the company to invest in high-quality journalism. This approach sets The Athletic apart from competitors who often rely on advertising. The goal of The Athletic is to serve dedicated sports fans by offering comprehensive and exclusive coverage that goes beyond basic scores and headlines.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$135.7MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries
501-1,000Employees
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Parental Leave
401(k)
Short & Long Term Disability
Free Subscription
Competitive Health Care
HSA & FSA
Commuter Benefits
Risks
Competition from free sports content providers threatens The Athletic's subscription model.
Reliance on high-profile journalists poses risks if negotiations fail.
Social media platforms offering free updates challenge The Athletic's premium content focus.
Differentiation
The Athletic offers in-depth sports coverage from top-tier writers.
It operates on a subscription model, focusing on quality over quantity.
The company provides exclusive content not available for free elsewhere.
Upsides
Increased interest in women's sports boosts The Athletic's market potential.
Hiring high-profile journalists strengthens The Athletic's editorial team.
New podcast series diversify content offerings, engaging broader audiences.
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