Senior Producer - Reliable Sources

Job Description

This Senior Producer works with the team to help generate story ideas, report information and produce content for Reliable Sources. The ability to pitch ideas is critically important - well thought-out, creative, provocative ideas that will sustain a segment. In addition to the weekly show, the Senior Producer will also be actively involved in the nightly newsletter, weekly podcast and other brand extensions.

The Senior Producer will work closely with other team members and management to ensure that direction of segments fit the show's mission and that copy is urgent. Must be able to produce segments under tight deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS
• 8+ years producing experience.
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience in covering politics preferred.
• This position requires the ability to work well under pressure.
• Outstanding news judgment, critical and strategic thinking, and an ability to be persistent yet diplomatic are critical for the position.
• Requires a creative thinker with the ability to find new and entertaining ways to present information, new angles to approach stories, and the organization skills to bring it all together.
• Requires keen news judgment and strong story instincts, as well as a powerful interest in how media and journalism intersect - stories about the nature of what we do.
• Must be able to work an extended schedule, including weekends, as the news cycle and deadlines require.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rjqpvb-18-225-255-134-42 in your application.