Associate Producer for Licensing and Syndication

This is a Full Time Job

As an Associate Producer, you will support the adaptation, updating, and distribution of longform content -- including Dateline -- across licensing and syndication partners. Working closely with producers, you will help prepare existing programs for new platforms and audiences through editorial updates, research, and production support.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a short term position with an estimated duration of 12 months, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed.

Responsibilities:
• Research and fact-check story details in existing shows, calling attorneys, reading court records and contacting interview subjects for updated information
• Assist with shoots as directed
• Organize media for edit
• Screen episodes for quality control
• Update scripts and archival records
• Create Rights and Clearances spreadsheet, organizing footage and stills
• Participate in the scripting of legal and/or story updates
• Research and procure archival footage for story updates
• Coordinate with technical, operations staff and external resources
• Create Music Cue Sheets

Qualifications:
• Must have at least 2 years of editorial production experience in long form programming for broadcast, streaming or cable network
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Strong journalistic writing skills, research skills, and editorial judgment
• Ability to learn a variety of apps/programs quickly – such as iNEWS, Airtable, and MediaCentral

Desired Characteristics:
• Knowledge of Policies and Guidelines and Practices
• Demonstrated strong knowledge and interest in true crime, investigative journalism and current events
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate well with the team on the story as well as your manager
• Ability to edit with non-linear editing systems especially Avid a plus, but not necessary

Additional Job Requirements:
• Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.