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Producer: AHTV/Book TV Job at C-SPAN in Washington
Producer: AHTV/Book TV Job at C-SPAN in WashingtonMediabistro • Washington, DC, United States
Producer : AHTV / Book TV Job at C-SPAN in Washington

Producer : AHTV / Book TV Job at C-SPAN in Washington

Mediabistro • Washington, DC, United States
23 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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Creates, develops and executes live and taped programming for both American History TV and Book TV, and other C-SPAN platforms including radio, social media, podcasts and web. Shoots, edits and produces content for all C-SPAN platforms. Serves as a member of the AHTV / Book TV editorial team, helping to choose books and history topics for coverage.

Responsibilities

  • Identifies and produces history topics and author events from a wide source of outlets and recommends coverage for C-SPAN programs.
  • Produces and line produces book and history fairs and festivals.
  • Shoots, edits and produces content for use on-air and across all C-SPAN platforms.
  • Oversees production of visual and graphic elements.
  • Prepares programs for air, including logging, selecting promotional clips, writing scripts and graphics and typing on-air graphics.
  • Produces and / or assists in control room during live programming.
  • Follows history and book industries in particular, and public affairs in general.
  • Represents C-SPAN to external groups.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Background / Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Political Science, History, English or Radio / TV.
  • Minimum four years relevant work experience.
  • Familiarity with technology and proven ability to shoot and edit professional-quality video.
  • Strong knowledge of and interest in non-fiction books, history and public policy.
  • Understanding of C-SPAN programming and philosophy.
  • Proven experience in editorial decision-making.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work with a team and make editorial decisions.
  • Adaptable to changing priorities.
  • Flexible hours and work week schedule.
  • Committed to a quality, cost effective product.

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