Job Description
Video Coordinator - Young Readers

 

At Penguin Random House, we strive to be the best home for our authors and people, the most service-oriented partner for our customers and to put readers at the centre of everything we do.

The role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a book enthusiast to join our dynamic digital team in Sydney. As part of a vibrant group of designers, marketers, video editors, and social media experts, you will craft and disseminate innovative video content specialising in our young readers that drive our campaigns and internal communications.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Utilize Premiere Pro to tailor video content that meets the diverse needs of our readers and internal stakeholders.
  • Film and record engaging video and audio content for platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
  • Capture compelling footage of authors, internal staff, and other talents.
  • Enhance videos with colour grading, audio and music integration, and simple text and animation.

About You:

  • Ideally, you have been producing video content for 1+ years, whether professionally or as a passion project.
  • Proficient in the Adobe CC Suite, primarily Premiere Pro. Experience with After Effects and livestreaming software like OBS is a bonus.
  • You are eager to learn and continuously improve your skills.
  • Capable of working both autonomously and collaboratively.
  • Open to receiving and providing constructive feedback.
  • The ideal candidate will have a strong aptitude for producing online content, an enthusiasm for learning new skills, and experience producing content that is tailored to its audience.
  • Exceptional communication skills are a must, as you'll be expected to actively contribute your ideas to the broader team.

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we invite you to apply now. Please include a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role, along with examples or a portfolio of your work. Kindly note that due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

Penguin Random House is the world’s largest trade book publisher, boasting an impressive list of authors from cherished favourites to future classics across many genres and platforms. In Australia and New Zealand, we are proud to work with the most talented writers, thinkers and achievers and publish a diverse range of local and international voices. We are the leading publisher distributing books across Australia and New Zealand, focusing on speed and reliability to reach our customers and bring the very best books to readers everywhere. Our 400+ creative and passionate people from various backgrounds and experiences work together to uphold our reputation for excellence and clear commitment to service throughout the entire publishing process, and help us to achieve exceptional results. More information can be found at https://www.penguin.com.au/ and https://www.penguin.co.nz/.

Penguin Random House is committed to providing a workplace and culture that values diversity and inclusion across all levels of the business. We recognise and acknowledge the contribution of people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. This includes, however is not limited to, differences in gender, age, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation and family status.

 

Company: Penguin Random House Australia Pty Ltd | Job ID: 285569