Video Producer, Morning Studio

Purpose of the Position:

SCMP is looking for a creative Video Producer to join our commercial content team. This content creation role will be heavily involved in developing, producing and writing new video series. We’re looking for an energetic and inspired storyteller who isn’t afraid to push boundaries and experiment with engaging ways to make branded content stand out.

Successful candidates will have experience selecting stories, directing shoots, and producing creative news/documentary style content.

This role will be managing several video projects at the same time, it is essential that you be organized and excellent at multitasking.

Job Responsibilities:

Video Producer will be responsible for all facets of production, from developing new video concepts, to overseeing production and post production

Pitch, develop, and execute new video ideas

Research, direct, write and edit video stories

In charge of commissioning production houses and freelancers while overseeing all pre and post production

Write scripts, gather elements, and coordinate production with a freelance production crew when necessary

Contribute to creative meetings and brainstorm sessions

Have a strong database of freelance video producers, cinematographers, and editors

Manage several client facing video projects at the same time

Have their finger on the pulse of new video content trends, styles and platforms

Job Requirements:

Minimum of 3 years of experience in video journalism

Good editorial judgement and extensive knowledge of news and current events, entertainment, culture and viral content

Well versed in all areas of video production

Organizational skills that allow for multiple projects to be produced simultaneously

Familiarity and experience with various video production formats for mobile and social media platforms including square, vertical and 360 video

Experience with DSLR cameras preferred

Experience editing with Premiere

Must work effectively with others in a team-oriented environment

Ability to ad-lib and improvise effortlessly in various types of situations

Must be okay with occasional travel and field producing

Independent with strong problem solving and multi-tasking skills

Work well under pressure with an ability to meet deadlines

Must consume a variety of digital video content

Application should include a resume and three to five clips with a description of scope of work

Work location will be at Causeway Bay office.

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