Video Desk Producer

About the role

As a Video Desk Producer at Reuters, you will be at the heart of a fast‑moving global video news operation, delivering accurate and compelling video coverage to newsroom partners and clients worldwide. Based in Manila, you will work closely with regional bureaux and text‑and‑pictures teams to shape breaking‑news stories in real time.

Key responsibilities

• Produce and coordinate video coverage for Reuters' global newsroom and clients, ensuring content is accurate, timely, and editorially strong.
• Make quick, sound decisions under deadline pressure as stories develop.
• Collaborate with regional bureaux and global colleagues to deliver integrated, high‑quality coverage.
• Identify compelling visual angles and apply strong editorial judgement to prioritize stories.
• Utilise the latest video production tools and digital newsgathering techniques, including social media, for efficient shooting, editing, transmitting, and sharing.
• Maintain high editorial standards while managing competing priorities in a 24/7 news environment.

Required profile

• 3‑5 years of experience in journalism, broadcast, or video news environments.
• Strong news judgement with the ability to stay calm and decisive under pressure.
• Excellent English communication and writing skills; additional Asian language skills are a plus.
• Ability to work independently, stay organised, and handle long hours, weekend shifts, and public holidays.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Adobe Premiere.
• Hands‑on experience with modern video production technologies for editing, transmitting, and sharing content.
• Strong visual storytelling sense and familiarity with social‑media newsgathering.

What we offer

• Opportunities for a global career and progression within Reuters.
• Learning and development programmes on the job.
• Competitive benefits package supporting personal and professional growth.