Job Description

Storytelling is, and will always be, the heart of what we do at Skydance.
Our vision is to build a thriving entertainment ecosystem where stories and worlds are imagined, brought to life and experienced. We create for every age and audience, anchored by the strength of our content and experiences and the depth of our connection with fans. We are creator-first, audience-focused, tech-forward, globally scaled.

Here, you’ll work with talented teams that move fast, think boldly and collaborate with purpose to deliver results. We aim high, champion the best ideas and win together, earning the trust of our employees, creators, partners and audiences every day.

If you’re energized by the opportunity to help build the next-generation global media and entertainment company powered by creativity and technology, we’d be thrilled to welcome you aboard. LET’S GO!

Overview:

As a video producer at The Free Press, you’ll play a vital role in our editorial operations, helping lead our social video output, creating original short-form video as well as working across podcasts and shows to make sure that every piece of Free Press video journalism finds its audience.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Create original short-form video for our social channels 

• Convert a wide range of Free Press content, from deep investigations to punchy columns, into compelling short-form video

• Work across midform and podcasts, offering input, support and guidance for producers and editors on our shows and other video products

• Identify viral moments from Free Press shows and long-form video content and package them for social channels

Basic Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience

• Social video production and editing

• Well-developed visual storytelling capabilities

• Proficiency with design tools like Canva and Photoshop

• Design software experience is considered a required qualification

Additional Qualifications:

• A video-native storyteller, obsessed with what makes content break through — a news junkie who understands the 24/7 cycle and online commentary culture

• Strong in horizontal and vertical video, with sharp instincts for hooks, framing, pacing, and timing

• Confidence in scriptwriting with flair and meticulousness with tight, accurate copy that never drifts from the facts

• An accomplished editor, comfortable taking a video from raw material to published post without hand-holding

• Fluent in design tools (Canva, Photoshop, Illustrator) for thumbnails, graphics, and packaging

• Familiarity with podcast workflows and the ability to spot the moment worth clipping

• Ability to contribute to scripts and episode prep and speak the language of the podcast team

• Genuinely fluent in TFP's singular brand, voice, and ethos — you read us, watch us, and listen to us already

• A self-starter who sees the moment, makes the thing and sets it free

About Skydance Skydance is a next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. Skydance's portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount, Warner Bros., HBO and HBO Max, Paramount+, Pluto TV, CBS, CNN, CBS Sports, TNT Sports, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, MTV, Food Network, BET, HGTV, and Comedy Central.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $115,000.00 - 130,000.00. 

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing compensation, or a range thereof, for roles where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, external market data, internal equity, skill set, experience, training, education, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of our total compensation package. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards.

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here .
• Generous paid time off.
• Complimentary subscriptions to HBO Max, Paramount+, and other Skydance streaming services and digital news products.
• Robust employee engagement opportunities, including access to exclusive screenings and events, speaker series, volunteer activities and more.

Skydance is an equal opportunity employer (EOE)

We embrace the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit. In line with the laws of the country or region in which the role is based, this includes consideration without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religion or belief, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or protected veteran status, union status or any other category protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation during the job application and/or recruitment process. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

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