Associate Producer / Writer

This is a Full Time Job

Outnumbered is looking for a motivated and creative Associate Producer/Writer! As an Associate Producer/Writer, you will write compelling and conversational copy on a wide variety of news topics. You have exceptional scriptwriting skills and impeccable grammar. Your news judgment is exemplary, and you have knowledge of and passion for current events and politics. You work well under constant deadline pressure.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Research and craft stories in a way that resonates with our viewers
• Write compelling scripts and bold banners under deadline pressure
• Work with various show producers and anchors to manage live shots and handle guest segments
• Coordinate elements for your stories, including video and graphics and scour social media for elements or information the competitors missed
• Communicate critical information with showrunners and field producers
• Stay on top of the latest editorial information, and communicate changes in a fast-paced atmosphere
• Pitch story ideas

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
• Major market newsroom experience
• Exceptional script writing skills, news judgment, and grammar
• Superior understanding of social media networks and applications
• Solid news judgment and an outstanding grasp of politics and current events
• Substantial control room and breaking news experience
• Working knowledge of iNews, VIZ, and desktop editing preferred
• Flexibility to work day/night/weekend shifts as news requires it
• Team-player attitude paired with the ability to meet quick deadlines and react to rapid news developments
• Excellent comprehension of geopolitical climate and current events

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