Associate Producer, The Faulkner Focus / Outnumbered

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a creative, thorough, and hardworking Associate Producer to join The Faulkner Focus/Outnumbered. As Associate Producer, you will be responsible for selecting/building video and graphic elements featured in the show in a team environment. You will work closely with the research department in the creation of graphics, assist in the production of all our studio shows, and work with the producer. You're well-versed in politics, culture, and current events - and innately curious about everything else. You are a talented writer and excellent researcher who sees value in discovering unique elements to stories. As Associate Producer, you will also work under tight deadlines and breaking news situations. You have a positive attitude and are a team player.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Order the graphics and/or video for reporter hits, guest segments, intros, and teases for daytime news shows and entering them into the rundown
• Work with the graphics PAs to ensure elements are spellchecked and editorially/factually correct
• Communicate with editors and PAs regarding video and soundbites to ensure they are cut properly both editorially and technically
• Assist VIZ operators during shows by organizing all graphic requests and feeding information in a clear and concise manner during the show
• Understand the stories and all the nuances to stack appropriate videos for segments
• Select elements such as sound, video clips, and graphics to help tell a story
• Make elements on the fly in a live control room environment and make last-minute changes and updates
• Work closely with producers and writers to ensure their vision is properly executed
• Make the editorial decision on which full screens should be lined into guest segments based on the topic(s)
• Make suggestions to improve images better whenever possible
• Conduct in-depth research
• Ability to work weekends and overnight hours
• Additional responsibilities based on your unique talents/abilities

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or communications preferred, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of prior television (or similar) experience
• Strong knowledge of news, politics, and current events; familiarity with popular influencers, commentators, and opinion-makers
• Ability to identify and produce compelling video and graphics
• Ability to work with others under intense deadline pressure
• Ability to work independently and make educated decisions independently

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Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $59,500.00-70,000.00 annually for New York City and Westchester County, NY. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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