Do you have an eye for great social stories and understand how to make them engaging through video?If that’s you, we’re looking for a social media video producer to join the biggest publisher of regional news websites in the UK.This role is focused on producing and sharing engaging, creative videos on our social platforms - building relationships with readers and focusing on video post and story publication.This role will be helping lead the way in video production across all platforms from Youtube to Tiktok so experience working across all platforms is helpful.We are looking for successful applicants to start as soon as possible and there is opportunity to help shape the future of social media video production across ReachPLC. It’s a great opportunity to work on an exciting new project and learn a lot about journalism, social media and video.This role is a six month fixed term contract and is a home based role.Please note we will be reviewing applications for this role as applications are submitted. Due to this the role may close without notice, so please don't delay in your application.So, who are we?We are Reach plc. You might not have heard of us but we have probably met without you even realising it. We are home to the UK and Ireland’s most iconic digital platforms, magazines and newspapers. From the Mirror, Daily Express and OK!, to our regional titles such as the Liverpool Echo, BirminghamLive and the Manchester Evening News (plus lots more), our brands and the stories we cover are as varied as our people. We help all kinds of people share experiences through our stories because we believe this is what makes us human. Oh, and we should probably also mention that with a monthly readership of 47 million people, Reach is the largest commercial publisher in the UK. At Reach, not only will you feel better understood, you will also feel you understand other people better too.Key ResponsibilitiesCreate and share engaging, creative video on our social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube and TiktokCome up with engaging ideas to drive video audience on our social media platformsFind new ways to promote content on social through video and find new audiencesEdit video supplied by reporters and agency quickly and to a high qualityObtaining permission from content owners to re-edit their content and post to our social channelsThe Ideal CandidateUnderstanding of video monetisationUnderstanding of social media algorithmsUnderstanding of newsgathering processVideo editing software experienceVideo captureContent writing experiencePassion for digital storytelling in local journalismDriving licencePreferred:Journalism qualification NCT, BJTC or equivalent experienceWe will consider applications from both trainee and senior journalists for this position.Accredited senior or preliminary qualifications, including media law, are preferred, and experience of live news reporting is desirable.Proven social media experienceThe ideal candidate:The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of quickly and precisely capturing and editing video for news and entertainment.You should know the difference between TikTok and IGTV and how best to optimise the same content for each platform.Strong local knowledge and storytelling ideas are highly desirable.Candidates must be willing to do voiceover work and pieces to camera when called for as well as working with our reporters and editors.You’ll need a sharp news sense and excellent social media skills, together with outstanding accuracy and attention to detail.You’ll need to be creative and energetic, with excellent social media savvy and digital publishing skills.The role involves being comfortable working at pace and under deadline pressure. You’ll also need to be flexible covering shifts on a rota, including some weekends.Package DescriptionWe are offering a competitive salary and benefits including;25 days holiday per annumContributory pension schemeHoliday purchase schemeSimply Health Healthcare CashplanFree wellbeing apps and coaching supportShare save schemeInclusion Networks and Champions, giving all employees a voiceLots of high street discounts!