Job Opportunities API

About us  The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide.  At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you’re given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world.  In our warm, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing.   Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you’ll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere.    Build a newsworthy career at the FT.    The role The Financial Times is looking for a DC-based video producer to join our FT News Briefing podcast team. This is an exciting time to join the FT as it looks to expand its video-podcast offering and to reach new audiences with a multi-format approach.    The role requires an experienced video editor who can work at a fast pace. You will have a proven track record of producing edits on a quick turnaround as well as optimising short-form video content across various video and audio platforms, with specific expertise in crafting content for social media.    This role reports to the head of audio and in addition to The FT News Briefing, the podcast video producer will also work with audio colleagues as we roll out video for shows in our podcast slate. Our team runs on collaboration, honesty and flexibility.    This is a fixed-term contract through December 2026.   Key responsibilities   Editing vertical social media video clips and images for The FT News Briefing  Provide post production work on edits   Establish efficient video production workflows for The FT News Briefing Establish a workflow for video rollout on audio platforms  Use performance data to optimise short-form video content across various video and audio platforms  Support social video clip creation for other FT podcasts  Advise on technical set-ups for remote podcast recordings and in-studio sessions Work closely with the video and social media teams       Our ideal candidate   Confident use of Adobe Premiere, Pro Tools with knowledge of other video editing software including Descript An understanding of After Effects would be beneficial Experience of cutting podcasts for video platforms and translating content to succeed on social media   An understanding of optimising content for video networks and social media algorithms  Works collaboratively and flexibly  Has worked in a busy newsroom  Has a keen eye for detail  Organised, able to prioritise a busy workload and can work to tight deadlines Is passionate about podcasts and video podcasts  Desirable: Familiarity with filming with cameras similar to Sony A7IV, Sony FR7 and Canon C300      Please submit your application by the end of the day, 11 August 2026.   Salary range A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $75,000 to $105,000. To ensure pay fairness, the successful candidate will be offered a salary within the estimated salary range based on a number of considerations including but not limited to: skill set; experience and training; certifications; and other business and organisational needs.   This position is open to a broad pool of candidates, both internal and external. Where an external candidate is hired or a successful internal candidate is appointed to the role on terms covered by the collective ba