Commercial Video Lead

Commercial Video LeadWe're seeking an experienced Commercial Video EP to strengthen The Daily Aus' leadership within our commercial content team. This is an exciting opportunity to join Australia's most innovative youth media company and lead the expansion of our commercial content division, helping brands authentically connect with young Australians.You’ll play a key leadership role across the entire content production lifecycle - from ideation to pitch, through to scripting, production and execution - liaising with both internal team members and our commercial partners. You will be responsible for the production of all commercial video, ensuring every video meets our high editorial standards, exceeds sponsor expectations and serves our mission of making news accessible for young Australians.This role is for you if:You love the challenge of balancing creative storytelling with commercial objectives.You’re passionate about visual storytelling and creating compelling content.You're excited to build something new and shape TDA's commercial content offering.You understand our audience and can translate brand messages into content they'll love to engage with.About the roleThis is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced video producer who's ready to lead the entire video production lifecycle.It's a client-facing, hands-on position, perfect for someone who can pitch confidently and execute flawlessly.Partnership thinking is how you approach your work, and quality output is how you measure success.You'll ideate, script, direct, film and produce commercial videos that feel authentic to TDA while delivering real value for our partners.What you’ll do:Ideate commercial video concepts both proactively and in response to partnership briefs, working closely with editorial and partnerships teamsJoin the Partnerships team in pitching commercial concepts to clientsScript all commercial videos to the highest quality and in line with TDA’s editorial standards - including explainers, vox pops and bespoke seriesDirect, film, and produce commercial video shoots to ensure end product aligns with the initial visionWork directly with clients to ensure the commercial content concepts align with the brief, including all sponsor inclusionsLiaise with all relevant team members to ensure the efficient management and delivery of commercial video contentManage delivery of long term commercial partnerships, ensuring all deadlines are met and the partnership meets and exceeds partner expectationsWho you areAn experienced video producer with at least 4 years experience leading video production from concept to final delivery.You've got strong technical skills - comfortable recording with high-quality cameras and audio equipment.You're proficient with Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition).You have a strong editorial instinct and are passionate about news, storytelling, and producing engaging content.You've worked with commercial teams, marketers or creative agencies and understand how to navigate client relationships.You can manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to shifting priorities.You have sound knowledge of social media and digital publishing platforms.You're collaborative, willing to pitch in across a small, fast-moving team, and bring a solutions-focused mindset to everything you do.What we offerWork with a passionate team changing how news worksMeaningful equity participationProfessional development opportunities