Creative Producer, WIRED

WIRED is where a better future is imagined. For three decades, we have been the indispensable guide to a world in constant transformation. We cover humanity’s biggest challenges, from climate change to global security, from pandemic preparedness to the future of democracy, and tell stories of the people trying to solve these challenges and the role science and technology can play—for good or ill. WIRED reaches more than 30 million people each month through WIRED.com, our digital edition, the magazine, social media, and live events.Job Description

Location:

London, GB

WIRED is seeking a Creative Producer to join our dynamic and fast-paced creative team. 

The Creative Producer will work within our production team and collaborate closely with the Senior Director of Video, Director of Content Production, Casting, Legal and Production Management on all video productions. This role takes an audience-first approach creating original videos that resonate with our Global YouTube audience.

The Creative Producer must possess a thorough understanding of brand goals, identity, storytelling and business objectives. Acting as the key creative point person within the production team, you’ll have an in-depth understanding of the YouTube landscape, the entertainment industry, as well as the news cycle including science, technology and politics. 

This role is based in London and reports to the Senior Director of Video, collaborating closely with the brands’ Director of Production, Creative Optimization team and Audience Development team.
 

About the role: 

• Ideate, direct and produce original videos for WIRED’s YouTube channel.

• Drive programming strategy for assigned series, focusing on engagement, franchise development and audience growth.

• Lead creative and production from ideation to delivery for all assigned YouTube videos.

• Project manage and coordinate with teams such as Production Management, Casting, and Talent to schedule shoots and ensure timely delivery of all their projects.

• Work closely with Production Management and Associate Creative Producers to schedule shoots, buy props and lead all preparations for smooth productions.

• Manage pre-production and post-production processes, including, but not limited to, shoot schedules, budgets and creative outlines.

• Develop new video ideas and pitch them to the Senior Director of Video.

• Work closely with the Senior Director of Video, Programming Operations, Creative Optimization and Audience Development to optimize videos for YouTube.

• Ultimately responsible for both delivery and performance of all videos assigned.

• Direct talent to get the shots and lines necessary for the vision of the video.

• Partner with Editors to shape videos into viral content to be released across YouTube and all other popular social platforms including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and WIRED.com.

• Stay up to date on evolving features, and trends, on social platforms.
   

Who you are: 

• Significant experience leading productions and having a unique and clearly defined video style.

• Proven experience creating viral YouTube videos as a skilled and inclusive leader who earns trust and respect across teams and stakeholders.

• A love for all things Science, News and tech-related and a passion for YouTube videos.

• A strong understanding of the WIRED brand, the Science, News and Tech media landscape, and what makes for viral content.

Does this sound like you?

Please upload your latest CV and portfolio which outline why you're a great match for what we're looking for.

What benefits do we offer? 

• 25 days holiday and extra days of annual leave for life events 

• Core hours 

• Competitive pension scheme 

• Bupa Private Healthcare 

• Enhanced maternity leave and family leave 

• Season ticket loans 

• Cycle to work 

• Employee Assistance programme 

• Bring your dog to work 

• A wide variety of wellness benefits including gym discounts 

• Discounts and Magazine Subscriptions

• Employee Resource Groups to provide a platform for employees to identify shared objectives, exchange ideas, and work on community priorities for our global workforce 

• Condé Nast Learning Hub where you’ll find you’ll find all Condé Nast-developed learning courses and trainings, and over 16,000+ courses in seven local languages 

What happens next?

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply below, and we will review your application as soon as possible. You can update your resume or upload a cover letter at any time by accessing your candidate profile.

Condé Nast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics.