We are looking for a technically proficient, politically engaged Livestream Producer to join our team. You’ll lead the technical production of our flagship YouTube programme Novara Live and other livestreamed content. This London-based role combines technical expertise with political understanding and requires regular evening work, including Fridays.

We particularly encourage women and BAME applicants.

If you have questions about the role please email [email protected].

Key responsibilities

• Operate livestream equipment and software both remotely and in-studio
• Source and edit b-roll packages
• Produce interviews remotely and in-studio
• Edit and publish podcast versions of streams
• Create compelling clips for social media
• Managing graphics and overlays
• Assist with fact-checking processes
• Attend team meetings and contribute to content planning
• Support additional projects as needed

The ideal candidate will have

• Demonstrable experience in live broadcasting environments
• Strong knowledge of left-wing politics and current affairs
• Excellent ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Comfortable with flexible working hours, including regular evening work
• Exceptional organisation skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Proficiency in managing cameras, lighting, and sound recording equipment
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite
• YouTube publishing expertise and interest
• Alignment with Novara Media’s aims and values

Additional desirable skills

• Vision-mixing
• Experience using Vmix or equivalent streaming software
• Proficiency in Figma
• Advanced skills in Adobe Premiere and Photoshop
• Previous online broadcast experience
• Good understanding of media law
• On-camera experience is a plus

Details

Location: The successful candidate will be required to work in our London studio. This is not a remote job.
Reports to: Head of Video
Contract: Permanent, full-time.
Hours: 32 hours per week. Novara Media is a four day week employer. Please note this role will involve regular evening work.
Pay: £34,944 per annum, equivalent to £21 per hour (NM flat living wage*), with a pay rise scheduled for October 2025.

Benefits

• Flat pay structure*
• Professional development opportunities
• Creative and comradely work environment

*Novara Media has a flat pay structure, meaning all employees are paid the same hourly rate and pay rises occur uniformly across the organisation. We are a Living Wage accredited employer.

How to apply
Applicants should prepare a CV and a supporting statement of up to 400 words explaining:

• why you’re a great hire for this role,
• what you think about our current livestream operation, including ideas for how we might improve it.

Submit both your CV and supporting statement as a PDF file via our secure application portal.

Closing date: 30 April 2025