NewsNation New York Bureau/Field Producer (New York)

The primary role of the bureau/field producer is to coordinate and facilitate newsgathering and production of stories across platforms for News Nation. The producer oversees the production of a story: working with the correspondent and photographer to set up interviews, gather video, collect information, and write stories. The producer is the liaison between the field team and the national assignment desk. The position requires travel to stories including breaking news and enterprise story shoots.

Primary Duties:

Work with correspondent to determine news of day, pitch stories across platforms, conduct research, develop sources, arrange interviews and shootsProducer must also be able to scout locations and secure permission for shoots and or live shotsExperience and comfort as a multimedia journalist to serve as a second camera on shoots or break off and gather additional elementsProducer should be able to log video and interviews quickly and accuratelyProducer should be able to write and craft draft scriptsServes as the point-person and liaison with the newsroom so the reporter can focus on gathering, writing and storytellingWorks with the reporter on enterprise and future storiesDevelops and maintains contacts and relations in bureau cityAbility to assist with booking travelPerform other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications:

Five or more years working in broadcast or digital news in a role that includes: writing, research, experience in the fieldStrong editorial judgementAbility to work well with othersMultimedia/digital journalism skills: shooting, non-linear editing, file transfer (Latakoo)Knowledge of the New York, the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.Requirements:Job is based in New YorkMust be willing to work weekends and holidays as neededAbility to travel for work, often with no prior noticeBA/BS degree in journalism preferred, or equivalent work experienceStrong communication skillsThis Position requires driving

Salary Range - $55,000 – 95,000

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