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YouTube Video Producer

dmg::mediaLondonPosted 25 Sept 2026

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YouTube Video producer Location: New Scientist Headquarters, HSK, London, W8 5HY Position: Full Time/Permanent Closing Date: 28th September 2026 We’re looking for a YouTube-native video producer with a passion for science. You’ll be the driving force behind our long-form YouTube videos: ideating, producing, writing and publishing content that drives our channel. We want to make our YouTube channel the go-to destination for inspiring science storytelling and mind-blowing explainers.

Think Kurzgesagt, Cleo Abram or Veritasium. That’s who we’re inspired by, and we hope you are too. Who You Are An experienced video maker with a proven track record of producing long-form and interview YouTube content A producer with a deep understanding of YouTube best practice, what drives engagement, how to develop scripts that sparkle, book the smartest names in science and research and write narratives arcs that compel viewers to watch more Have a great eye for thumbnails and titles Someone with a solid background in science and telling science-based stories A digital journalist at heart: curious, observant, and constantly digging for what’s interesting whether it's a unique story angle, explosive new science researchor a cultural moment Familiar with YouTube analytics, and have experience of using data to shape production decisions Someone with strong organisational and project management skills, with experience delivering multiple, complex productions on time A problem-solver who thrives under pressure and keeps projects moving On-camera skills are a big plus, but not a deal-breaker In this role you will Pitch and produce YouTube-native video ideas that reflect New Scientist’s world-leading science journalism Write and edit scripts, shape narratives, lead shoots, and deliver sharp editorial and explainer-led content Host or direct on-screen talent to tell unique, rigorously researched and entertaining science stories Produce and develop our long form interview format by booking the best talent, deeply researching their background and presenting novel angles and unique questions that makes our content stand out.

Coordinate with writers, editors, animators, guests and designers to keep projects moving and aligned with deadlines and budgets Coordinate filming logistics, including locations, contributors and travel Manage production contracts, invoices and other admin associated with our YouTube video production Review key YouTube metrics and feed insights back into content and workflow decisions Liaise with external agencies and brand partners to produce sponsored segments, handle approvals, and ensure deliverables meet client expectations Drive channel growth through great content Continually improve our workflows and processes This role is about producing videos of the highest standard.

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You’ll coordinate with writers, editors, animators, and thumbnail designers, keeping everyone aligned, managing deadlines, and ensuring videos are optimised for YouTube performance. About new scientist New Scientist is a magazine brand for the insatiably curious, asking the big-picture questions about life, the universe and what it means to be human. From artificial intelligence to climate change, the latest innovations in health to the mysteries of quantum physics and the human mind, New Scientist covers the ideas and discoveries that matter.

Since our publication was founded in 1956 for “all those interested in scientific discovery and its social consequences”, it has expanded to include newsletters, videos, podcasts, holidays and live events. Our headquarters are in London, UK, and we also have staff in the US and Australia. Working for new scientist New Scientist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applications to New Scientist will receive due consideration regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

Package Description Our benefits package increases the longer you’ve been with us. Here’s what to expect: 29 days’ holiday Upon joining you will be automatically enrolled onto the Pension Plan at the minimum level of 5% employee contribution, 4% Company contribution. Life cover under the Pension Plan of up to 4x your basic salary. DMGT Discounts (for discounts on online shopping, vouchers and reloadable cards) Subsidised canteen Onsite gym (Northcliffe House only) Onsite nurse and GP clinics (Northcliffe House only) Our Employee Assistance Programme Discounted dining cards Private Medical Insurance – Bupa Flexible Working policy Free gym membership at Northcliffe House Gym Eye care assistance Family Friendly policies Employee Assistance Support Invites to NS Events Our Commitment We are committed to increasing diversity and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability. We are Disability Confident Committed. Please let us know if you require any recruitment documentation in other formats or if you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process. Please be assured that any such information will be held separately to your recruitment application and will not be considered as part of the selection process

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