Platforms Lead Producer Video (AJC)

Job Description

The AJC’s mission is to be the most essential and engaging source of news and information for the people of Atlanta, of Georgia and the South.

To achieve that mission, we will transform ourselves from a storied daily newspaper into a modern media company. Where reporters, product ninjas, video / audio masters, digital gurus and many more are delivering work across diverse creative platforms, industries and borders.

To help us achieve this, we are seeking someone to help lead the platforms team in day-to-day execution of our video strategy across AJC.

com, the AJC mobile app and other platforms.This person will work closely with the Platforms Editor, helping to supervise and coach a team of platform producers, while participating in daily and weekly planning calls with the content teams and leadership to ensure that we are presenting our top news to our audience and driving engagement.

This position will lead efforts to test, measure and iterate on a variety of strategies to build audience and increase engagement, with a strong emphasis on results and metrics-driven decision making.

While this position allows hybrid work, it will be based in metro Atlanta and the editor will be expected to be onsite in our Atlanta office regularly. In this position you will :

In partnership with the Platforms Editor, own the execution of daily plans for video presentation across the main site and mobile apps, with the goal of increasing engagement and CTRs

Lead planning for the next day’s news coverage to ensure seamless hand-off between shifts and create expected priorities for digital producers

Act as lead for placement, prioritization, and positioning of video during breaking news (during shift hours)

Coach an enthusiastic team of digital producers with the goal of showcasing our highest-value content and growing audience engagement with all our products

Work with leaders to execute strategy for increasing engagement with video content on our platforms

Work with the video production team, providing feedback based on audience engagement metrics to help guide their strategy

Qualifications : What we expect you to have to be ready :

Bachelor’s degree preferably in a related field

With a BA, at least 6 years of experience in a fast-paced operational role. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master’s degree and 4+ years’ experience;

a Ph.D. and 2+ years of experience; or 10 years’ experience in a related field without a degree.

Strong preference to also have at least 3 years of experience in a video programming role in a fast-paced operational environment

Experience in managing news platforms to drive reader engagement and build brand

Experience in journalism and strong news judgment

Knowledge on the most recent trends in digital video

An ability to take and give constructive criticism

Passion and belief in local, regional and statewide journalism and its role as a societal change agent

Familiarity and experience in using audience metrics to drive tactical as well as strategic decisions on video production and resource allocation

Understanding of journalism standards and media ethics

Reliable automobile transportation required.

Reliable internet service for remote work environment required.

Ability to work weekend and unusual hours as dictated by news events

Preferred Experience in one or more of the following :

Newspapers, magazines, media, technology, or related field

Experience working in a breaking news environment

Social, interactive, or digital media

Education :

Bachelor’s degree preferably in journalism, product development, or related field

Direct experience in a similar role may be substituted for education

Benefits

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations;

seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members.

Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, parental leave, and COVID-19 vaccination leave.

About Us

As our primary divisions Cox Automotive and Cox Communications drive new waves of innovation, Cox Enterprises is entering spaces like cleantech, healthcare, esports and more.

We're a family business guided by a legacy of bold innovation that’s driven by those who want to make their mark. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation / wellness days, and / or PTO).

For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer All qualified applicants / employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.