Video Acquisition Producer

Job Description

Video Acquisition Producer (Project Based)

About BuzzFeed

BuzzFeed is the world's leading tech-powered, diversified media company that reaches hundreds of millions of people globally through its cross-platform news and entertainment network. We produce articles, lists, quizzes, videos, and original series; lifestyle content through brands including Tasty, the world's largest social food network; original reporting and investigative journalism through BuzzFeed News and HuffPost; original pop culture and entertainment programming through Complex Networks; an industry-leading affiliate business, strategic partnerships, licensing and product development through BuzzFeed Commerce; and original productions across broadcast, cable, SVOD, film and digital platforms for BuzzFeed Studios.

The Role

BuzzFeed is looking for a Freelance Producer to join our Video Acquisitions team in New York City or Los Angeles. The Producer will find and collaborate with content creators to film and edit original, short-form content for Facebook and Instagram. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, epically curious, highly adaptable, and able to juggle multiple projects at once with an eye for excellent social content.

You Will
• Produce 6+ videos a month
• Scour social media platforms like TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Reddit and YouTube for content creators that align with Buzzfeed's brands (Tasty, Nifty, Goodful, etc.)
• Negotiate fees and creative direction for original content
• Create a shareable narrative using text on screen, graphics
• Optimize your videos for Facebook and Instagram with optimized thumbnails
• Identify and act on emerging trends
• Work with strategists to prioritize time-sensitive projects so they are optimized for success
• Quickly iterate off of successful/trending content
• Identify creators that represent marginalized voices and communities
• Built content around tentpole events

Part of what makes BuzzFeed a pioneer in digital media is our commitment to exploring new ventures that lead to spreading truth and joy. As such, you may be asked to share your knowledge with your colleagues through presentations or trainings, to screen and interview job candidates, or to take part in recruitment or networking events on behalf of the company.

You Have
• Proficiency using Adobe Premiere Pro
• Extreme knowledge about Facebook and Instagram
• Interest in social platforms and data
• Great communication skills and be able to give and receive critical feedback in a small team environment
• Ability to write clean, engaging copy
• Experience working in a meticulous, technical, organized, and creative manner
• Ability to work independently and under close direction
• Experience in a deadline-driven environment and internet video

FYI - job descriptions are not a one size fits all, just because you don't meet every requirement doesn't mean we don't want to hear from you. If you think you'd be a good fit for the job anyway, use your application to show us why!

At BuzzFeed, we want all employees to feel safe and comfortable when they engage in any in-person meetings, when visiting the office, or when working from an offsite production or meeting location. As part of this commitment to health and safety, BuzzFeed requires COVID-19 vaccines for current US employees, including all newly hired employees. Requests for accommodation per applicable law for health and/or religious reasons will be considered. Union employees are subject to what is outlined in their applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d9xv39-3-145-206-169-42 in your application.