Newsela
Multimedia Producer
Job Summary
This role is for a versatile Multimedia Producer involved in creating educational videos through editing, animation, and design. The candidate will collaborate with creative teams and freelancers, managing workflows and production timelines. Experience in multimedia production, especially for educational or children’s content, and proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud are important. The position offers benefits, stock options, and a focus on visual storytelling within a mission-driven, startup-like environment.
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About the role:
- Newsela and Generation Genius are launching a bold new animated video series, and we’re looking for a versatile, hands-on Multimedia Producer to join us at the ground floor.
- As our first full-time multimedia team member, you’ll play a key role in shaping the creative and production processes that will define this new studio effort.
- You’ll collaborate closely with the Director of Multimedia to bring our educational vision to life, handling everything from post-production to light animation, audio and video shoot direction, and freelancer coordination.
- This is a unique opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, startup-like environment within an established and mission-driven company.
Why you'll love the role:
- Video Editing: Cut and assemble video content from scratch, combining live action, animation, stock, VO, and music to deliver highly engaging, polished videos for classroom use.
- Basic Animation & Motion Graphics: Create light animation, kinetic text, and visual effects using tools like After Effects.
- Graphic Design Support: Edit and format assets in Photoshop and Illustrator, including thumbnails, title cards, storyboards, style frames, and other visual collateral.
- Shoot Direction & Support: Assist in planning, directing, and capturing professional video and audio sessions (VO, talent shoots, interviews, music recording).
- Project Management: Help manage production timelines, coordinate with freelance editors, illustrators, and animators, and track assets through delivery.
- Creative Collaboration: Work closely with writers, musicians, illustrators, and internal subject matter experts to align visuals with educational goals and brand tone.
- Studio Building: Support the development of workflows, asset libraries, studio gear selection, and onboarding new collaborators as the team grows.
Who we're looking for:
- A creative problem-solver with strong editing chops and a passion for visual storytelling.
- A multimedia generalist who’s comfortable jumping between video, animation, design, and production planning.
- A great communicator and collaborator who can work closely with artists, educators, and producers—and provide clear feedback to freelancers.
- Comfortable both on set and in the edit bay, with a strong sense of pacing, visual flow, and audience needs (especially K–12 learners).
- Organized and proactive, with strong attention to detail and ability to manage shifting priorities.
Why you're a great fit:
- 3–6 years of experience in multimedia production (video editing, basic animation, content creation)
- You have experience in educational media, children’s content, or animation pipelines
- You are proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, especially Premiere, After Effects, and Photoshop
- You are familiar with audio direction and video production workflows
- You have strong organizational and communication skills
- Preferred: You have experience working with or managing freelancers
- While this role is primarily remote, there is a preference for candidates based in or around NYC
Base compensation: $88,700 - $90,000
Total compensation for this role also includes incentive stock options and benefits. This compensation range may be adjusted based on actual experience.
Newsela
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