Writing Associate Producer, MS NOW Weekends 10AM
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Versant3 · New York, NY$75K–$80K/yrFull-timeOn-site1w ago
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Responsibilities
- Research, report and write daily segments
- Determine video and sound for assigned segments
- Communicate daily story development with senior producer
- Research, write and edit MS NOW's lower-third banner chyrons, the "front page" of MS NOW's coverage
- Take part in editorial planning
- Lead production of segments for digital platforms, including YouTube, social media & MSNOW DTC products
- Pitch story ideas
- Producer other vital on-screen content for MS NOW's weekend programming
- Must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- At least 2 years of experience in some form of journalism required (i.e. cable or network news, website, newspaper)
- Strong writing skills and knowledge of American politics, American history and global news
- Strong research and reporting skills
Requirements
- Possess ability to develop story ideas, research and plan segments
- Ability to work with graphics and video elements
- Exceptional editorial skills: Ability to recognize stories with high potential for provocative, compelling television
- Knowledge of current events, politics and pop culture
- Wide-range reader of news, including op-eds
- Edit room experience and breaking news experience is preferred
- Proficient in both tape and desktop editing
- Candidate should be able to deal with daily script deadline pressure
- Additional Job Requirements:
- Must be willing to work in New York, NY
- Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
- Must be willing to work weekends
- Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news
- This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.
- Salary range: $75,000 - $80,000.
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Flexible scheduleEquity / stock options
Additional Information
MS NOW is looking for a Writing Associate Producer for the new weekend show airing 10AM - 1PM on Saturday and Sunday with Jacob Soboroff. This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.
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