Video Producer | Presenter-Led Content

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Video Producer | Presenter-Led Content based in Austria.

We are looking for an experienced Video Producer to develop and produce engaging, journalist-led content featuring a globally traveling on-camera presenter. This role combines editorial strategy, investigative research, creative storytelling and hands-on video production across short-, medium- and long-form formats. You will work closely with the presenter to identify compelling stories, develop distinctive angles and transform complex topics into impactful visual narratives. From social media reactions and recurring explainer series to podcasts, interviews and documentaries, you will help shape a diverse content portfolio. You will also collaborate with distributed editorial and production teams to ensure every project meets high standards of quality, accuracy and audience engagement. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and proactive storyteller passionate about journalism, social justice and amplifying underrepresented perspectives.

Accountabilities:

Develop and execute a presenter-led content strategy aligned with the presenter's voice, interests, travel schedule and access to stories.
Proactively identify and pitch original stories, timely reactions and fresh editorial angles, particularly around social justice and underrepresented communities.
Conduct in-depth research, identify credible sources and uncover compelling details to build accurate and engaging narratives.
Write scripts tailored to on-camera delivery, incorporating strong hooks, natural spoken language and effective storytelling techniques.
Create distinctive recurring shows and content formats, including explainers, podcasts, interviews and documentaries.
Identify relevant contributors, interview opportunities and local stories based on the presenter's travel destinations.
Prepare comprehensive presenter briefs, interview questions, filming plans and story outlines to ensure efficient production.
Produce on-camera content remotely or on location, providing guidance and feedback on delivery, clarity, pacing and performance.
Collaborate with editors to transform raw footage into polished productions, incorporating supporting visuals, graphics and sound.
Develop compelling titles, thumbnails and social media copy to maximize content visibility and audience engagement.
Monitor content performance, audience retention and engagement metrics, using insights to continuously improve future productions.
Maintain rigorous editorial standards, factual accuracy and journalistic integrity throughout the entire production process.
Requirements:
4–5 years of professional experience in digital journalism, video production, documentary filmmaking or a related field.
Demonstrated experience producing presenter-led content and working directly with on-camera talent.
A strong portfolio of published work, including projects that have generated millions of views, with a clear understanding of your individual contribution.
Excellent research, scripting, editorial judgment and storytelling abilities.
Strong understanding of digital audiences and content distribution strategies across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and Facebook.
Ability to create compelling short-form content with attention-grabbing hooks, as well as develop engaging narratives for longer productions.
Experience developing creative concepts, managing production workflows and coordinating multiple projects independently.
Strong organizational skills, adaptability and initiative to manage deadlines and production schedules around a frequently traveling presenter.
A genuine commitment to social justice and a decolonial understanding of power, politics and representation, including the ability to question dominant narratives, recognize overlooked perspectives and examine whose interests stories serve.
A commitment to journalistic rigor, including fact-checking, challenging assumptions and ensuring that editorial decisions are supported by credible evidence.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across remote, international and multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment, with reliable internet connectivity, a personal laptop and basic working equipment.
Willingness to follow information security requirements, including two-factor authentication and maintaining a secure working environment.
Benefits:
Fully remote position, open to candidates based anywhere in the world.
Full-time consultant-contractor engagement.
Opportunity to work closely with an internationally traveling journalist and on-camera presenter.
Creative ownership and meaningful involvement in shaping editorial strategy, storytelling and original content formats.
Exposure to diverse international stories, communities and perspectives.
Opportunity to produce content across multiple formats, from short-form social videos to podcasts and documentaries.
Collaboration with distributed international production and editorial teams.
Direct contracting and administrative support, including contract management, invoicing/payroll and payment coordination.
Monthly compensation and contractual arrangements to be confirmed before an offer.
Agreed scope of work and deliverables established before engagement.
Flexible remote collaboration, with time-zone overlap requirements to be confirmed.
Inclusive recruitment process welcoming candidates from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
Reasonable adjustments available during the recruitment process upon request.