Crash Researcher

Job Description

Responsibilities
As a Crash Researcher, you will work directly with Associate Producers, Producers and Senior Producers to help write/edit and assist in the production of original content for TODAY. The shift for this position is Sunday through Thursday, 2pm-12midnight.
• Assist in producing original news content, primarily for broadcast, including research, conducting interviews and supporting field producing and shooting
• Pitch story ideas and work on assigned stories developed by the editorial team
• Gather all show elements for the live guest producers (stills, videos, breaking news elements)
• Coordinate with the late/overnight researchers and help with last minute b-roll requests or fixes
• Coordinate with News Channel and Affiliate Relations for show-specific promotional material
• Cut video elements for various live news segments

Qualifications/Requirements
Qualifications/Requirements :

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communication, English, History or a related field of study
• Must have at least one year experience working alone and with an editor AND working in production, at the network or syndication level
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, as researchers consistently work against deadlines, and often in breaking news situations
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including overnights, weekends, holidays, and in breaking news situations

Desired Characteristics

Desired Characteristics:
• DV shooting experience
• Strong experience in non-linear editing
• Strong journalistic writing skills, research skills, and editorial judgment
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments
• Demonstrated strong knowledge and interest in news, current events and pop culture

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d2ypmg-18-119-102-106-42 in your application.