- Experience
- 2+ yrs
- Salary
- USD 70,000 – USD 80,000 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 1 week ago
- Work mode
- Hybrid
- Eligibility
- Applicants must reside in one of the approved U.S. states: California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, or Washington.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
Company Overview
Forbes is a renowned global media brand that represents success and influence for over 100 years. It delivers journalism that not only informs but also inspires, highlighting key figures and trends shaping various industries. Forbes connects diverse influential communities including billionaires, entrepreneurs, creators, and innovators. The brand reaches over 140 million people globally every month through its journalism, ForbesLive events, and localized editions across 81 countries.
Role Overview and Responsibilities
Forbes seeks experienced Social Video Producers/Editors skilled in creating original, platform-specific content optimized for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and more. This full-time role requires five days a week presence either in the Jersey City office or onsite at events.
- Produce, edit, and finalize high-volume, engaging short-form social video content tailored for platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Threads, TikTok, X, LinkedIn, YouTube Shorts, and Bluesky.
- Create platform-native content covering scripting, shooting, editing, ideation, posting, and crafting compelling copy native to each platform.
- Perform sound mixing and color correction on video edits following Creative Director specifications.
- Deliver both rough cuts and final video assets on schedule, integrating feedback from stakeholders.
- Uphold Forbes' journalistic integrity and brand standards consistently across all content.
- Ensure adherence to style, quality, and aesthetic guidelines set by the Creative Director of Video.
- Follow media management protocols as defined by the Head of Video.
- Collaborate with the internal video team including Creative Director, Senior Producers, Editors, and Motion Designers to execute projects.
- Produce content in diverse areas such as editorial (including sponsored content), events, branded programs, partnerships, streaming, television, film, and internal communications.
- Engage in pre-production and on-set workflows to develop social-first video tied to Forbes franchise lists, covers, and editorial highlights.
- Align content with strategies designed by the Social Strategy team to optimize performance on Meta, TikTok, X, and Bluesky platforms.
- Support social media initiatives for internal campaigns ensuring cohesive and timely messaging per directives from Head of Video or Social Strategy leadership.
Candidate Profile
- Expertise in Meta platforms, TikTok, X, LinkedIn, and BlueSky including knowledge of platform algorithms, features, and best practices to boost organic engagement.
- Ability to spot trends such as memes, challenges, or viral sounds and swiftly produce relevant content to keep Forbes visible in social conversations.
- Minimum two years of experience editing videos within digital media, agencies, or brand environments.
- Proficient and fast in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, with working familiarity in Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva, Figma; knowledge of Jitter beneficial.
- Experience using browser or app-based editing tools like Opus, Wochit, CapCut.
- Strong skills in voiceover recording, video scripting, and story editing.
- Strategic mindset capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously with effective prioritization.
- Good editorial judgment with awareness of developments in news, politics, business, and pop culture.
- Clear communication abilities across creative and technical teams.
- Flexible and collaborative, able to develop and execute a creative vision while welcoming constructive feedback.
Compensation and Employment Details
The annual salary range for this position is between 70000 and 80000 USD. Forbes reserves the right to update salary ranges and job descriptions as needed to reflect company and market conditions.
Work Arrangement and Location Requirements
This role requires physical presence five days per week either at the Jersey City office or during events. Candidates must be located in certain US states including California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington due to compliance requirements.
Additional Information
Forbes is committed to equal opportunity employment. Candidates' privacy is respected throughout the recruitment process. The company participates in E-Verify.