Posted On: October 3, 2013

Journalism Job

Media Organization: Spanfeller Media

Company Description

SMG is a fast growth media company conceived of and for the digital age. Media by definition is about content. This is true online or off. But end users expect more of their content experience online and that is what SMG sets out to deliver in each of its industry leading sites.
In many ways the company is looking to revolutionize how premium content is created, shared and monetized.

The Daily Meal was the first site launched by SMG in the early months of 2011. Since then it has proven to be one of the fastest growing content sites ever and THE fastest growing site within the food space. The Active Times was launched in late June of 2012 and is also experiencing unprecedented growth.

In each case our editors strive to provide our readers with the best content available in the respective fields of each site and to do so at a scale well beyond anyone else in the category. By delivering insightful journalism, great professional-grade video and in depth data we hope to delight and fulfill all our visitors’ expectations and informational needs.
In the coming months SMG plans to launch many more world-class entities in other high interest mass vertical content arenas.

Spanfeller Media Group Careers
Working at SMG is not for everyone – we seek only the best and brightest who give 110% and then some, of their efforts and expect the same in return. We work in a dynamic, fast paced, 24/7 environment. We look for top talent who thrive in a culture that’s fast, creative, agile. Every day we mix fun with high productivity, enthusiasm, and innovation. This is a place where team members “own” their work product and strive to be the “best in breed”. We are dedicated to honing our talents, creating great products and user experiences and producing amazing content!We work hard. We play hard. It’s who we are. Race toward opportunity – your job should always be changing and a work in progress. Own your career, own your future – we will help.

Think you have what it takes? Let’s find out and apply now!
Why Join Our Team?
Everyone’s an owner in the Company! Every team member has company equity.
o We have a best-in-class suite of benefits
including, medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, tax free
commuting benefits and a 401(k) plan.
o Casual, fun, productive work environment.
o We have an amazing loft office in the heart of New York City’s Silicon Alley

Job Description

We are looking for a dynamic and savvy Video Editor/Producer at The Daily Meal! In this exciting role, you will report to the Editorial Director and develop, shoot, and produce original video for The Daily Meal, as well as curate and manage third-party video input. This person would ideally be a food-obsessed, creative genius with on-camera and behind-the-scenes experience as well as have a producer’s gift for storyboarding and generating ideas for food-oriented series, cooking demonstrations, chef interviews, and more.

Some key responsibilities include:
-Develop ideas for original video that complement the site’s editorial vision and strategy
-Shoot, edit, encode, and upload 23 short videos daily and work with content editors to integrate the video on the site
-Build out TheDailyMeal.com’s video offerings and make it a destination for high-quality, engaging food and drink video content
-Work independently to scout locations, set up shoots, gather b-roll, and oversee audio quality and lighting
-Curate and manage third-party video input from a variety of sources

About you:
You have at least 1-2 years’ prior video editing experience in a fast paced, digital media environment. You think quickly on your feet, you’re proactive, you’re a problem solver. Knowledge of Final Cut and Premier Suite, camera and lighting techniques required. Knowledge/passion for food and drink a huge plus!

To Apply

Send resume AND salary requirements or current compensation to: Sharon Jautz (sjautz@spanfellergroup.com)