Job Description

E! News is looking for an experienced and passionate Weekend Producer/Editor to lead our weekend video coverage. This role will be responsible for creative, adaptable and a digital-first storyteller, owning the process from end to end: pitching, writing scripts, sourcing assets, producing, editing and publishing across multiple platforms. In addition, this person will edit fellow producers and conduct interviews for E! digital. This person will spearhead E!’s weekend coverage, working Saturday-Wednesday.

The ideal candidate has experience working in digital and entertainment news, strong news judgment and an understanding of the E! audience. They will also be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and use data-driven analysis and social conversations to determine content and pitch ideas. The candidate will work well in team settings and on their own, thriving in the autonomy of the weekends, when they will be the driving force for our coverage. The right candidate will be adept at short-form and long-form (8+ minutes) and seamless be able to take their video and flip it into a written article when necessary.

This role requires a strong understanding of audience growth, metrics (page views, video views) and platform nuances. You’ll work closely with social and editorial to deliver compelling content that grows reach and engagement.

** Essential Responsibilities:**

• Create 4-7 digital videos daily under tight, news-driven deadlines from end-to-end: researching, scripting, sourcing assets, tracking VO, editing and publishing
• Write strong, factual, scripts that may stem from a legal or crime story
• Edit video for special projects outside of daily tasking, including, but not limited to livestreams, weekly video series, mashups, interviews, show clips and other projects as assigned
• Write sharp, SEO-friendly headlines and descriptions that drive traffic and views
  • Strong understand of what works on different platforms, from E! Online to YouTube and Facebook
• Use strong news judgment to identify trending stories, angles and opportunities to pitch
• Create long-form and short-form content as well as mashups with ease to tell a cohesive story
• Edit with ease in Adobe Premiere. AfterEffects knowledge a plus
• Optimize sound, lighting and graphics; add transitions, text and export final videos
• Collaborate with the editorial team to align on content and timing, especially for weekend content
• Shoot and produce content in field and virtually when needed (interviews, junkets, premieres and more)
• Manage multiple projects at once, balancing daily deadlines with upcoming assignments and responsibilities
• Produce, edit and clip content on special projects and tentpole events, such as red carpets and award shows

Qualifications

** Basic Qualifications:**

• BA or BS from a four-year accredited college or university or equivalent work experience, preferred
• 5+ years experience producing news digital-first video content end-to-end (pitching, writing, producing, editing and publishing)
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects).
• Strong Photoshop skills.

Desired Characteristics:

• Collaborative team player with the ability to contribute independently.
• Creative storyteller who can identify entertainment trends and create innovative ways to tell a compelling story.
• Excellent writing and copy-editing skills; ability to self-edit when necessary.
• Proven ability to work and thrive under tight deadlines.
• Strong understanding of digital metrics (page views, video views and audience growth).
• Ability to interview celebrity talent with smart, news-driven questions. Ability to then turn content into digital videos for distribution
• On-camera presence is not required, but experience field producing and reporting on red carpets at entertainment events is a plus.

** Additional Requirements:**

• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the Los Angeles, CA office a minimum of three days per week.
• This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.
• Salary range: $80,000 - $90,000

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

For LA County and City Residents Only: VERSANT Media will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to candidateaccessibility@versantmedia.com.

VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.

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