Washington Post

Executive Multimedia Producer

Washington Post$122K — $204K *
Media
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of multimedia journalism experience specializing in audio and video production.
  • Strong editorial judgment with the ability to distill complex ideas into engaging stories.
  • Leadership experience with a talent for inspiring and guiding creative teams.
  • Deep knowledge of audience engagement and digital platform best practices.
  • Proven ability to strategize and execute projects in a newsroom environment.
  • Strong organizational skills with a focus on managing multiple projects.
  • Rigorous attention to factual accuracy and high editorial standards.

Responsibilities

  • Define and implement the audio and video strategy for the Opinions section.
  • Supervise and mentor a team of multimedia professionals, fostering a creative environment.
  • Collaborate with opinion editors and writers to create multimedia content from ideas.
  • Identify and pursue new storytelling opportunities and audience engagement strategies.
  • Oversee production schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure quality output.
  • Integrate multimedia projects across The Post's digital platforms for maximum outreach.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Company-paid pension plan with 401(k) match.
  • Generous vacation policy of three weeks plus sick leave.
  • Flexible paid parental leave of up to 20 weeks for new parents.
  • Robust mental health resources available.
  • Backup care and caregiver concierge services offered.
  • Pet insurance as part of employee benefits package.
  • Free digital subscription to The Washington Post.
  • Leadership and career development programs designed to enhance skills.
Full Job Description
Why This Role Matters

The Washington Post's Opinions section is expanding its reach and influence through compelling multimedia storytelling. The Executive Multimedia Producer will define and execute the audio and video strategy for Opinions, ensuring that our journalism resonates with audiences across platforms and engages diverse audiences. By shaping how our ideas are seen and heard, this role will play a critical part in advancing our mission to inform, challenge and inspire readers and listeners through thought-provoking perspectives.

What Motivates You
  • You thrive at the intersection of journalism, storytelling, and multimedia innovation.
  • You're energized by building something new - setting a vision, designing workflows, and seeing ideas come to life in both audio and video.
  • You value collaboration and enjoy leading creative teams to deliver impactful work.
  • You're motivated by the chance to amplify powerful voices and make Opinions content more accessible and engaging to broad audiences.


How You Will Support the Mission
  • Define and lead the audio and video strategy for Opinions, ensuring alignment with The Post's editorial mission and growth objectives.
  • Supervise and mentor a team of multimedia professionals, fostering creativity, accountability, and excellence. (note: This might not be right away)
  • Partner closely with opinion editors, writers, and columnists to translate ideas into dynamic multimedia formats.
  • Identify new opportunities for storytelling formats, distribution channels, and audience engagement.
  • Manage production timelines, budgets, and resources to deliver high-quality audio and video content consistently.
  • Ensure multimedia projects are integrated across The Post's digital platforms, optimizing reach and impact.


Skills & Experience You Bring
  • Demonstrated success in multimedia journalism, with significant experience in both audio and video production.
  • Strong editorial judgment and ability to shape complex ideas into accessible, compelling stories.
  • Proven leadership and management experience, with the ability to inspire, coach, and guide creative teams.
  • Deep understanding of audience engagement and platform-specific best practices.
  • Track record of developing and executing strategy in a newsroom or media environment.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to prioritize multiple initiatives.
  • Rigorous emphasis on factual accuracy and high editorial standards.


Collaboration makes us stronger. That's why our offices are designed with open layouts, modern technology, and easy access to transportation. With certain exceptions for newsgathering and business travel, we work on-site five days a week.

Compensation and Benefits

Wherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey:
  • Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
  • Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
  • Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
  • Nine paid holidays and two personal days
  • 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
  • Robust mental health resources
  • Backup care and caregiver concierge services
  • Gender affirming services
  • Pet insurance
  • Free Post digital subscription
  • Leadership and career development programs


Benefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.

The salary range for this position is:
$122,500 - $204,100 Annual

The actual salary within this range will depend on individual skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements. This position may be eligible for a bonus or incentive program, and a member of the Talent Acquisition team will discuss bonus payment terms and conditions during the interview process.

Your story awaits. Apply today!

Learn more about The Post at careers.washingtonpost.com.

About Washington Post

The Washington Post is an American daily newspaper published in Washington, D.C. It is the most-widely circulated newspaper within the Washington metropolitan area and has a large international audience. Daily broadsheet editions are printed for D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. The newspaper has won the Pulitzer Prize 65 times for its work, the second-most of any publication. It is considered a newspaper of record in the U.S. Post journalists have also received 18 Nieman Fellowships and 368 White House News Photographers Association awards. The paper is well known for its political reporting and is one of the few remaining American newspapers to operate foreign bureaus. The Post was founded in 1877. In its early years, it went through several owners and struggled both financially and editorially. Financier Eugene Meyer purchased it out of bankruptcy in 1933 and revived its health and reputation, work continued by his successors Katharine and Phil Graham, who bought out several rival publications. The Post's 1971 printing of the Pentagon Papers helped spur opposition to the Vietnam War. Subsequently, in the best-known episode in the newspaper's history, reporters Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein led the American press's investigation into what became known as the Watergate scandal, which resulted in the 1974 resignation of President Richard Nixon. The advent of the internet expanded the Post's national and international reach. In October 2013, the Graham family sold the newspaper to Nash Holdings, a holding company owned by Jeff Bezos, for $250 million.
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