About the role#
The New York Post is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented YouTube Intern to join the video team. This role focuses on managing and growing the company's YouTube presence through content ideation, scheduling, and optimization. You will work within a newsroom environment to help shape the channel's editorial voice and ensure video content reaches its audience effectively. This is a paid, part-time position requiring 24 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the publishing and optimization of video content on YouTube.
- Monitor news and entertainment trends to pitch and identify timely content opportunities.
- Ensure all videos are properly tagged, titled, and categorized.
- Support the team in meeting tight deadlines within a newsroom environment.
What you'll need#
- Strong interest in news, specifically hard news and entertainment.
- Previous experience using YouTube as a content management platform.
- Excellent news judgment and an understanding of what makes a story engaging on digital platforms.
- Strong writing and communication skills.
- Highly organized, deadline-driven, and capable of managing multiple tasks.
- Preferred background in Communications, Journalism, or Media Studies.
- Familiarity with YouTube Studio, metadata, video editing, or thumbnail creation is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York (1211 Ave of the Americas).
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Fall 2026 (September 14, 2026, to November 20, 2026).
- Compensation: $20 per hour.
About New York Post
The New York Post is a media company based in New York City. Founded in 1801, the organization produces news, sports, and entertainment content across print, digital, and video platforms. It maintains a reach that includes a digital network and various social media channels. The company employs over 1,500 people and operates as a public entity.
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