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Univision communications inc

WI · On-site

$77K - $90K/yr

Political campaign or trade association experience strongly preferred * Knowledge of advertising solutions across social, audio, display and streaming video platforms * Understanding of digital video ...

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How much do political campaign video jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for political campaign video in the United States is $35.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $43.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are political campaign videos?

Political campaign videos are carefully crafted visual messages created by political candidates or parties to communicate their platforms, values, and policies to voters. These videos can include advertisements, speeches, testimonials, and event highlights, and are often distributed via television, social media, or campaign websites. Their primary goal is to inform, persuade, and mobilize voters by appealing to emotions, addressing key issues, and building a candidate’s public image.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals creating videos for political campaigns?

Professionals producing videos for political campaigns often work under tight deadlines and must adapt quickly to rapidly changing messaging or events. They need to balance creativity with clear communication of the candidate’s platform while ensuring all content complies with legal and ethical guidelines. Collaboration with campaign staff, communications teams, and sometimes external agencies is frequent, requiring strong interpersonal and project management skills. Additionally, handling sensitive topics and responding to public feedback or controversy can be a regular part of the job.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a political campaign video producer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Political Campaign Video Producer, you need a strong background in video production, editing, storytelling, and a solid understanding of political messaging and strategy. Proficiency with video editing software like Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, and knowledge of social media platforms is typically required. Creativity, strong communication skills, and the ability to work under tight deadlines help someone stand out in this fast-paced environment. These skills ensure the creation of compelling content that effectively communicates campaign messages and engages voters.

What is the difference between Political Campaign Video vs Political Campaign Strategist?

AspectPolitical Campaign VideoPolitical Campaign Strategist
CredentialsBasic video production skills, marketing knowledgePolitical science, communications, or marketing degrees
Work EnvironmentVideo production sets, campaign officesCampaign headquarters, strategic meetings
Industry UsageCreating campaign videos to promote candidatesPlanning overall campaign strategies and messaging
Search & ComparisonOften compared for campaign content creationCompared for campaign planning roles

While Political Campaign Videos focus on producing visual content to support campaign messaging, Political Campaign Strategists develop overall campaign strategies and messaging plans. Both roles are essential in political campaigns but serve different functions within the campaign team.

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Infographic showing various Political Campaign Video job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, and 22% Part Time. Highlights an 89% In-person, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,870 per year, or $35.5 per hour.

Campaign Embed, MS NOW Newsgathering

Washington, DC • On-site

Versant Media
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$80K - $100K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Company Description

VERSANT (Nasdaq: VSNT) is an industry-changing media and entertainment business and home to trusted brands that shape culture, inform audiences, and build lasting connections. It operates across four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal finance, golf, and sports and genre entertainment. These markets are served through a powerful portfolio of iconic and innovative brands, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network, Golf Channel, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Versant's sports division USA Sports, along with complementary digital assets including Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow and GolfPass.

Company Description

VERSANT (Nasdaq: VSNT) is an industry-changing media and entertainment business and home to trusted brands that shape culture, inform audiences, and build lasting connections. It operates across four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal finance, golf, and sports and genre entertainment. These markets are served through a powerful portfolio of iconic and innovative brands, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network, Golf Channel, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Versant's sports division USA Sports, along with complementary digital assets including Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow and GolfPass.

Job Description

MS NOW is seeking enterprising cross-platform journalists to serve on the front lines of the 2028 election cycle. You'll be our eyes and ears on the campaign trail - following candidates across early primary states, chronicling campaign events and tracking interactions with voters - as the nation chooses its next president. You'll have a front-row seat to the election while delivering for all platforms of MS NOW.

Campaign embeds work at all hours with constantly changing schedules. You will be expected to report relentlessly, building relationships with candidates, advisers, voters, party leaders, donors and other key players to track developments in the race and break news on your beat. You'll write continuously for our digital audience. You'll shoot video from the field. You'll share insights with our viewers, readers and listeners - an audience deeply interested in every turn of the political cycle. You'll get the experience of a lifetime in one of the most challenging and sought-after roles in journalism.

This is a contract position until January 2029.

Key Responsibilities
  • Contribute rolling content for all platforms in a breaking news environment
  • Deploy cross-platform field journalism skills including, but not limited to, shooting political events, providing live transmission, gathering elements for shows/packages, writing digital stories, and producing social media content
  • Produce readouts from each event that could be published with minimal editing. You'll summarize major editorial themes, identify the most impactful soundbites, and turn social videos for use across platforms.
  • Cultivate sources and break news on your beat
  • Appear on video platforms of MS NOW and occasionally on live television
  • Collaborate with other reporters assigned to covering the campaign, producers and hosts.
  • Represent MS NOW at all times with integrity according to our newsroom standards
Qualifications
  • Desire to live and breathe politics at all hours throughout the 2028 campaign.
  • Strong grasp of the U.S. political landscape, current events and public policy
  • Track record of building sources and breaking news on a beat
  • Excellent writing and communication skills
  • Proficiency in all aspects of production including but not limited to shooting, writing and editing stories for various platforms - with a real emphasis on written digital content
  • Sound news judgment and a strong understanding of news standards, including a fierce commitment to fairness and accuracy
  • Ability to communicate complex matters with ease
  • Proven ability to meet deadlines and multi-task with speed and efficiency
  • Some experience appearing on video platforms
  • Bachelors degree or equivalent experience
Additional Requirements
  • Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.

Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to candidateaccessibility@versantmedia.com.

VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.

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