USA TODAY is seeking an Associate Producer, Visual Content to join its national photo and video team. This role combines content programming, AI-assisted video production, and visual storytelling through galleries and playlists. This role will be specifically focused on USA TODAY's entertainment vertical and will play a critical role in identifying and covering red carpet moments, celebrity interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and viral entertainment trends.
We're looking for a digital-first journalist who understands audience behavior, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can create, optimize, and distribute visual content across platforms. This role will help drive audience growth, engagement, and revenue through strategic programming and scalable content production using AI-powered platforms and tools.
Responsibilities
Content Programming & Distribution
Program and optimize visual content across USA TODAY, Network sites, mobile apps, articles, playlists, galleries, and social platforms.
Serve as a centralized programming resource, making real-time editorial decisions to maximize audience engagement and content performance.
Monitor analytics using tools such as Parse.ly and Google Analytics to inform programming strategy.
Monitor real-time analytics and entertainment trends to identify visual opportunities and adjust content strategy accordingly.
Write compelling headlines, metadata, descriptions, and promotional copy optimized for SEO and audience growth.
Identify, source, and distribute the most relevant in-house, third-party, and publicly available content while ensuring editorial quality and rights compliance.
Manage automated and third-party video feeds, playlists, and related content experiences.
AI-Assisted Video Production
Serve as the national hub for AI-assisted video creation using platforms such as Stringr, Wochit, and future automation tools.
Produce high-volume short-form video content for breaking news, service journalism, entertainment, sports, obituaries, trending topics, and high-interest local stories.
Create vertical video optimized for platforms including TikTok, Instagram Reels, Facebook, and YouTube Shorts.
Repurpose automated and AI-generated content for owned and social platforms.
Fulfill newsroom video requests and support priority local markets and network editorial initiatives
Visual Curation
Create and curate entertainment photo galleries that capture the emotion, artistry, and defining moments of celebrities, events, and fan culture.
Program visual experiences into articles, section fronts, and promotional placements across the Network.
Source and manage visual assets from the USA TODAY Network, wire services, and approved third-party providers.
Editorial Collaboration
Maintain high standards for editorial quality, accuracy, and brand consistency.
Collaborate with local and national newsroom teams on coverage planning, major events, and visual storytelling opportunities.
Support the USA TODAY Network by answering questions, troubleshooting workflows, and sharing best practices.
Develop training materials and assist with newsroom education initiatives related to video production, programming, galleries, playlists, and AI-powered workflows.
What Success Looks Like
Consistent delivery of high-quality visual content across video, galleries, playlists, and promotional experiences.
Growth in audience engagement metrics, including views, watch time, click-through rates, article engagement, and content consumption.
Increased adoption of AI-assisted production workflows that improve newsroom efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
Strong content discoverability through strategic programming, SEO optimization, and effective distribution tactics.
Successful support of major news, sports, entertainment, lifestyle, and breaking news coverage initiatives.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, digital media or related field.
2-5 years of newsroom, digital media, content production, audience engagement, or visual storytelling experience for an entertainment news publisher or brand.
Experience programming content and producing video for digital platforms.
Strong understanding of SEO, audience development, analytics, and content optimization.
Experience with analytics tools such as Parse.ly and Google Analytics.
Excellent headline writing, editing, and communication skills.
Strong news judgment, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Knowledge of AP Style.
Comfortable working independently in a remote environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Stringr, Wochit, True Anthem, or similar platforms.
Experience creating photo galleries, playlists, and audience-focused visual experiences.
Familiarity with Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, Canva, or similar editing tools.
Experience using AI tools for content creation, automation, and audience optimization.
Knowledge of video rights management and content licensing.
Experience producing content for social and mobile-first platforms.
Who You Are
A digital-first storyteller with strong audience instincts.
Obsessed with celebrities, movies, music, Hollywood, red carpets, and trending moments.
Equal parts programmer, producer, and visual curator.
Passionate about analytics, optimization, and content performance.
Curious about AI and emerging newsroom technologies.
Organized, collaborative, adaptable, and comfortable working at scale.
Schedule
This role requires flexibility, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and breaking-news coverage as needed.
Application Instructions
We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don't limit your upload to a resume; show us what you've done. To do so, please submit:
Resume (1-2 pages)
Cover letter explaining your experience and approach to the role
Five examples of work demonstrating video production, content programming, visual storytelling, galleries, playlists, or audience growth initiatives
Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.
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