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Digital Video Producer - News/Current Affairs

  • Location: London
  • Salary: Negotiable
  • Job Type:Temporary

Posted 6 days ago

We are currently looking for a creative and driven Freelance Producer to join the Digital Video team at a major global news provider.

Previous experience of working on news content will be essential for this role so candidates must have a background in journalism and news / current affairs

You'll pitch, write, produce, and edit engaging video content for digital platforms, covering everything from breaking news to global issues like climate, health, and politics.


What You'll Do:

  • Pitch and produce original video stories

  • Write scripts, conduct interviews, and edit video

  • Track breaking news and social trends

  • Collaborate across global teams

  • Occasionally lead daily video coverage as assignment editor

What We're Looking For:

  • 3+ years in digital video journalism

  • Strong news judgement and storytelling skills

  • Proficiency in Adobe Premiere and social-first formats

  • Excellent writing and communication

  • Flexibility to work varied hours and shifts

  • Foreign language skills a plus

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.