About This Role
Producing world-class weekly shows for The Economist's video and podcast departments is the core of this role, which involves both pre-production planning and active participation in filming and outputting. The position suits a talented journalist with experience in both video and podcast formats, who is excited by delivering editorially rigorous and engaging programmes.
Responsibilities
- Work with the show editor to produce world-class weekly shows that appeal to key target audiences, in line with The Economist’s strategy to retain and attract subscribers
- Assist in the pre-production and planning of programmes, including running orders, and the briefing of contributors and hosts
- Conduct picture research for weekly programmes and commission graphics
- Bid for, and secure, interviews with high-profile guests
- Help shape programme planning and proactively pitch ideas
- Alongside the studio manager, play an active role in the setup and smooth running of filming, including camera operation, monitoring feeds and equipment management
- Assist in the outputting of programmes for our studio gallery, including vision mixing (training can be provided but experience working in a studio gallery is beneficial)
- Work alongside a video editor to produce the whole show, engaging video packages and social-media cutdowns
- Select compelling video cutdowns for promotion on The Economist app and social media, as well as for marketing purposes
Requirements
- Experience in TV, video or podcast journalism and current affairs or news
- Knowledge of Premiere Pro, with the ability to edit short-video packages to short deadlines
- A solid understanding of professional camera systems
- Knowledge of The Economist’s brand and digital content, with a clear understanding of what sets our journalism apart
- Knowledge of industry trends across podcast and video, including how The Economist can stand out in this space
- Proactive, hard-working and self-motivated, with a willingness to take direction from senior and executive producers
- Trustworthiness, a commitment to excellence, and an instinct for what will make a high-performing team even better
- An ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
Nice to have:
- Experience producing interviews with high-profile guests
- Experience directing and producing shoots
- Experience using After Effects and Photoshop
Important Details
- Contract: permanent, 3-month probation
- Application deadline: November 8th 2026
- Work format: at least three days per week in the office
