Producer Newsgathering Job at mediaget in Washington

The Producer manages all aspects of element gathering for both breaking and developing news, or pre- and post-production on feature stories. The Producer will be pitching ideas and producing stories from start to finish.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Screen external pitches and conceive of story ideas to be shot by freelance video journalists or staff for content that can be used to engage with digital audiences across our platforms.

Assign stories as directed by manager.

Write scripts and social media copy to be used across various social networks for the assigned stories.

Fact-check scripts.

Conceive, pitch, and potentially execute story ideas.

Meet deadlines as assigned.

Carry out duties in line with AJ+ editorial guidelines and ethics.

Ensure that AJ+ content is consistent with guidelines and goals.

Promote their stories on social media.

Assist with field production as needed.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Minimum of 3 years track record in journalism with increasing responsibility.

Experience in journalism, social media, or video production.

SKILLS Basic knowledge of journalism and video production.

Manage multiple tasks at the same time. Attention to detail is essential.

The desired candidate must have sound editorial judgment of global issues, a passion and commitment to the Al Jazeera spirit of journalism.

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