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The role

The Financial Times is looking for a New York-based video producer to join our Unhedged and FT News Briefing podcast teams. 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 edits on a quick turnaround as well as experience of cutting podcasts for video platforms and translating content to succeed for both video networks and social media algorithms.

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, part-time contract through December 2026.

Key responsibilities

• Editing vertical social media video clips and images for the FT's Unhedged podcast and The FT News Briefing

• Provide post production work on edits

• Establish efficient video production workflows for FT's Unhedged podcast 

• Oversee filming Unhedged podcast in New York working with Sony FR7 cameras, Blackmagic switcher and RM IP500 Camera Remote Controller 

• Manage 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

• Experience in audio and video system set ups

• 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

• Able to troubleshoot under pressure

• Desirable: Familiarity with cameras similar to Sony A7IV, Sony FR7 and Canon C300

Please submit your application by the end of the day, 13 August 2026.

Salary range

A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $75,000 to $105,000 pro rata. 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 bargaining agreement, they will be represented by the News Media Guild (NMG). Candidates appointed on other (i.e. foreign) employment terms, including certain internal transfers on assignments from other bureaux, may not be represented by the NMG.

The use of AI

Original reporting, great writing and intelligent commentary lie at the heart of FT journalism. Our readers trust us to produce quality journalism that is accurate, fair and insightful. This is why FT editorial staff do not by default use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to write articles or create other reader-facing content. For specific and pre-approved cases, AI can be harnessed for certain tasks, such as assisting data research for investigations.  

We expect applicants to the FT newsroom to refrain from using AI in their test submissions, and any written materials should be a genuine reflection of their own knowledge, skills and experiences. We encourage candidates only to employ AI as a tool to help with research and interview readiness for a role. 

Candidates should be aware that the use of AI throughout the application process is monitored to ensure a fair and transparent hiring process for all.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion 

We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard, respected and valued. A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential. We are committed to removing barriers for everyone, with a focus on addressing those faced by underrepresented groups.

What's in it for you? Our benefits

Our benefits vary by location but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include generous annual leave, medical cover, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of our benefits are available here.

FT Newsroom staff are expected to work onsite a minimum of three days per week, subject to role requirements and regular review. While flexible working requests will be considered, not all patterns are suitable for Editorial roles.

Accessibility

We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments/personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, email talent@ft.com and a member of our team will be happy to help.