Associate Producer
Job Description:
The person will be responsible for assisting with the end-to-end production of original video, graphic and audio content from concept to delivery for the Reuters custom content studio in New York.
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Assist research & development of content in the pitch and pre-production phase
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Schedule and organize video shoots and source and book crews.
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Coordinate shoot logistics including call sheet preparation
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Ability to direct crew in shot set up
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Experience conducting off camera interviews
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Oversee post-production including paper edits through fine cuts
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Excellent oral and written communication skills; demonstrated writing skills with careful attention to detail.
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Excellent organizational, project planning, presentation, interpersonal and time management skills.
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Demonstrated knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
- Support third party production partners when necessary.
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Experience finding and booking shoot locations
- Knowledge of digital video formats, codecs
- Proven ability to brief camera crews, video editors and graphic designers
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Knowledge of production budget preparation and ability to accurately price productions
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Willingness to learn production management finance and project management tools
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Proven ability to thrive in a deadline driven, fast paced environment
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Perform related special projects or other duties as assigned.
Education: A Bachelor's degree in production or related field or the equivalent professional experience is required. Familiarity with research, web content, development and Premiere editing experience is essential. Interest in news and current affairs.
Experience: A minimum of five years' experience in digital video production, including editing of video and audio material, experience working on short form pieces and previous experience preparing content for multimedia platform distribution is required. Experience in custom content and/or broadcast news production preferred.
The pay range that the employer in good faith reasonably expects to pay for this position is 30-40/hr
Our benefits include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.