Benefits:

Paid holidays

Collaborative small-team environment

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

About ORF: The Austrian Broadcasting Corporation (ORF) is Austria’s national public broadcaster, producing radio, television, and digital news for audiences in Austria and abroad. Our Washington, D.C. bureau covers U.S. politics, society, culture, and breaking news. We are currently seeking a Part-Time Producer (25 hours per week) based in Washington, DC to support our U.S.-based production team. The ideal candidate is flexible, creative, and prepared to work in a fast-paced news environment.

Responsibilities:

Maintain a comprehensive overview of ongoing projects and assist with long-term planning

Identify compelling story ideas and coordinate interviews and filming schedules

Conduct thorough research and fact-check all content for accuracy

Contribute to daily editorial planning with in-office presence

Support correspondents in their daily work, including conducting short interviews, gathering quotes, and assisting cameramen with basic shots

Handle organizational tasks, including managing event accreditations and coordinating business trips

Follow up on aired stories by distributing links, maintaining contacts, and tracking engagement

Participate in weekly EBU planning meetings via Zoom, gathering information and contributing relevant updates

Develop and grow the office’s social media presence as part of medium-term strategic goals

Required Qualifications:

Minimum 2–3 years of experience in television production

Knowledge of US-politics, culture, and current events

Strong research skills for TV news

Excellent organizational and time-management skills

Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience producing TV news for international audiences

On-camera production or field reporting experience

Knowledge of German is an asset

We Offer:

Opportunity to work with an international public broadcaster, collaborating with multilingual, international colleagues

Hands-on experience in international news production