About the Role
If you are eager to be at the heart of the Daily Express' video transformation, this is the role for you. As a key technical and creative presence in our studio setup, you will drive the production of the Daily Express' core YouTube programming, including flagship shows like the Daily Expresso and Royals Unscripted.
Hello, we're Reach. Every day, our trusted news, stories and content connect with millions of people where they live - whether that's on their social feed or at their neighbourhood newsstand; through their local community or their take on the hot topic of the day. We're home to more than 120 trusted brands - from household names like the Mirror, Express, Daily Star and Daily Record, to local titles like the Manchester Evening News, MyLondon, BelfastLive and brands making a splash in the US like the Irish Star. It's our ability to understand people and the things that matter to them that makes us the UK and Ireland's largest commercial news publisher. We reach 70% of the UK's online population and speak to over 100 million social followers around the world.
Responsibilities
•Play a crucial part in elevating newsroom video and ensuring rigorous legal and editorial standards while delivering visually striking, broadcast-quality content.
•Utilise studio expertise and editorial judgment to produce engaging long-form news and feature content tailored for YouTube audiences.
•Pitch exciting, original visual concepts daily in a fast-paced newsroom environment, constantly refining how high-profile stories are brought to life on screen.
•Apply knowledge of social video to make people stop scrolling and watch content instead.
•Ensure all content is optimised to drive subscriber/follower growth and watch time on YouTube and other social video platforms, using performance metrics, competitor analysis, and platform developments to inform production decisions.
•Direct and operate equipment behind the camera, manage multi-camera studio workflows, and present on-camera where required.
•This is a hybrid role working 3 - 4 days per week from the Canary Wharf hub. The role will require weekend work and flexible hours during the week; this will be discussed at interview stage.
Requirements
•An NCTJ or BJTC qualification alongside a proven track record in a breaking news environment is essential, as is a thorough practical understanding of UK media law, copyright, and editorial standards.
•Demonstrated mastery of professional-level DSLRs/mirrorless camera setups, studio lighting, audio capture, and multi-cam workflows.
•Experience filming high-quality long-form studio shows and sit-down interviews is required.
•Expert skills in Adobe Premiere Pro (or equivalent NLE software) for long-form video editing, color grading, and sound mixing.
•Experience presenting on-camera and recording professional voiceovers is essential.
•Deep technical and strategic understanding of video optimisation on YouTube and other social platforms, thumbnail best practices, titling, analytics, and content distribution to hit key performance metrics.
•Ability to adapt long-form studio segments into dynamic teasers or YouTube Shorts is a bonus.
•Strong news sense, accuracy, and the confidence to make sound production decisions under tight deadlines and live-to-tape conditions.
Benefits
•25 days' holiday (plus bank holidays), plus an extra day after three, five and 10 years of service, and a scheme to buy extra holiday.
•An extra day's paid leave each year to volunteer for a cause close to your community or heart.
•Big moment day - an extra day's paid leave for a moment that matters to you, like getting married, moving house or welcoming a new addition to the family (human or furry!).
•Pension contribution matching up to 6%, via salary sacrifice.
•Supportive and progressive people policies, including enhanced family leave and policies to promote flexibility, inclusion and progression.
•A healthcare cash plan giving money back for medical expenses and fast access to doctor's appointments.
•Car lease scheme for a brand new electric or hybrid car via salary sacrifice.
•Wellbeing support, including a 24/7 assistance programme for you and your family.
•Access to discounts, including 15% off with Reach's own online marketplace, Yimbly.
•Interest-free loans, including for season tickets and technology.
