The Producer manages from all aspects element gathering for both breaking and developing news, or pre- and post-production on feature stories. The Producer will be pitching ideas, and producing stories from start to finish.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Screen external pitches and conceive of story ideas to be shot by freelance video journalists or stafffor content that can be used to engage with digital audiences across our platforms
• Assign stories as directed by manager
• Write scripts and social media copy to be used across various social networks for the assigned stories
• Fact-check scripts
• Conceive, pitch, and potentially execute story ideas
• Meet deadlines as assigned
• Carry out duties in line with AJ+ editorial guidelines and ethics
• Ensure that AJ+ content is consistent with guidelines and goals
• Promote their stories on social media
• Assist with field production as needed

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 3 years track record in journalism with increasing responsibility.
• Experience in journalism, social media or video production

SKILLS

• Basic knowledge of journalism and video production
• Manage multiple tasks at the same time. Attention to detail is essential.
• The desired candidate must have sound editorial judgment of global issues, a passion and commitment to the Al Jazeera spirit of journalism