Job Description
We are looking for a senior leader to grow and develop our content strategy for video across FMG. In this role, the Senior Director will work closely with editorial leadership at each brand and business-side leadership to develop a strategic plan for video programming which will include: daily news, video franchises and shows, and custom content.
Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate is an experienced leader with a strong background in video who can develop a cohesive strategy for video programming.
Responsibilities:
• Work with FMG Visual Director, Editor-in-Chief of WWD and Editorial Director of FN to develop a video strategy for their respective brands. Lead the charge in executing the video strategy for the brands
• Work with Director of Events and Events team to develop and execute a video strategy.
• Work with style director and staff editors to concept high-performing videos for cover shoots, celebrity interviews, and events.
• Hire, direct, and manage a group of freelance editors and shooters.
• Grow and manage the day-to-day operations of the video team while managing vendor relations and a department budget.
• Work with social media team on strategy to maximize video potential across all social platforms.
• Handle the uploading of horizontal and vertical video on Connatix.
• Write SEO-optimized editorial copy for videos on the site.
• Skilled in tagging and positioning video content online and with syndication partners.
• Edit quick-turnaround news videos for the sites and social.
• Edit and shoot video alongside video editor and shooter on set and during live events.
• Concept video series for distribution and monetization on different platforms.
• Pull data on performance on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis and analyze and present to the staff.
• Work closely with key corporate teams, such as SEO and Business Intelligence, to understand performance and evolve new program proposals according to feedback.
• Foster a positive work environment and culture of collaboration and innovation
• Business-minded editor who focuses on editing for optimal performance and monetization.
Skills:
• Shooting experience
• Adobe Premiere
• Final Cut Pro
• Google Suite
• Figma
• Microsoft Suite
• Asana
Requirements:
• Highly organized
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience working with celebrities and talent
• Problem-solver
• Can-do attitude
Typical wage range: $90-$100K. Factors that could be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, years of experience and comparison to current employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range. The total compensation package for this position will also include other elements, a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits including 401(k) eligibility and paid time off benefits. PMC is committed to the health and wellness of our employees. As part of our company-wide rollout of PMC's paid healthcare plan, effective for this role July 1, 2023, the company will pay 100% of the monthly health, dental and vision plan premiums for the employee and their family. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
If you have more or less experience than specified on this job posting, please apply and list your salary expectations.
If hired, employee will be in an ''at-will position'' and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors).
About WWD:
WWD is the leading business authority for the fashion, retail, and beauty industries. WWD provides a balance of timely, credible business news and key fashion trends to a dedicated readership of retailers, designers, manufacturers, marketers, financiers, Wall Street analysts, international moguls, media executives, ad agencies, consumers, and trend-makers.
About Beauty Inc:
Beauty Inc is the insider's guide to the global Beauty community. Offering six franchise printed issues per year, a weekly news-based digital publication, and expanded coverage on wwd.com, Beauty Inc is highly-regarded for comprehensive reporting on industry trends and marketplace developments and is considered the premier source for in-depth coverage on all aspects of the Beauty, Wellness and Retail communities.
About Footwear News:
Footwear News is the ultimate source for senior footwear and fashion executives, providing an insider's perspective on top news, trends and strategies. FN keeps you and your business a step ahead on the retailing, manufacturing and financial aspects of the footwear industry. FN spotlights the hottest new designers, newsmakers, and business leaders, as well as reporting on the most groundbreaking fashion trends and more.
About Sourcing Journal Media:
Sourcing Journal Media, LLC is the largest, most comprehensive and authoritative B2B resource for executives working in the apparel, textile and footwear industries. We produce publications and events under the Sourcing Journal and Rivet brands, empowering industry leaders with essential news, expert commentary and in-depth analysis to navigate every aspect of their business.
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