Associate Producer, Lou Dobbs Tonight

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION
Lou Dobbs Tonight is looking for a talented, organized, and motivated Associate Producer with strong editorial judgment and a firm grasp on today's news. As an Associate Producer, you will write scripts, produce segments, make graphics, and write banners under intense deadline pressure for a live hour-long broadcast. You will also be responsible for cutting and posting clips of segments to the show's social media pages. You will need stellar communication skills and a desire to grow within the company and take on more responsibilities.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Write dynamic scripts
• Produce multiple segments that are element and banner intensive
• Pitch and executive creative and innovative ideas for segments and guests
• Work closely with Line Producers, Bookers, and Production Assistants
• Participate in editorial planning and direction of the show

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• 3+ years of professional experience in a live television control room
• 1 year of experience producing in a control room
• Thorough knowledge of U.S. business news and politics
• Strong editorial judgment
• Fast and accurate writing
• Ability to make compelling graphics for air
• Ability to work under intense deadline pressure

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rne5ko-3-12-71-237-42 in your application.